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Big fight breakdown: Wardley v Dubois 2 – The key tactics, plus who wins… and how!

Suffolk star Fabio Wardley faces Daniel Dubois in a WBO heavyweight title rematch at London’s O2 Arena. Read Mark Heath’s analysis and prediction.

By Mark Heath · Ipswich Star

Published: Saturday, 17 October 2026 at 4:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Mark Heath predicts Fabio Wardley will defeat Daniel Dubois by early stoppage in their WBO heavyweight title rematch.
Dubois previously stopped Wardley in the 11th round in May despite suffering two early knockdowns.
Wardley admitted he became overly reliant on his right hand during the first bout.

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Fabio Wardley faces Daniel Dubois in a heavyweight rematch for the WBO world title at the O2 Arena in London. Dubois won their previous encounter in May at Manchester's Co-Op Live Arena, rallying from two early knockdowns to stop Wardley in the 11th round.

Mark Heath predicts Wardley will reclaim the title via an early stoppage inside four rounds by utilizing his jab and targeting Dubois with uppercuts. The card also features middleweight prospect Issiah Hamilton-Allen against Jensen Irving.

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Big fight breakdown: Wardley v Dubois 2 – The key tactics, plus who wins… and how!

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