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Ex-Klitschko Manager Snubs Fury, Joshua to Crown Dubois UK #1

Daniel Dubois has been ranked Britain’s number one heavyweight ahead of Tyson Fury, Fabio Wardley and Anthony Joshua by former Klitschko manager Bernd Boente, who delivered his verdict exclusively to World Boxing News ahead of Saturday’s rematch. Boente, who will…

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 12:47 PM
Ex-Klitschko Manager Snubs Fury, Joshua to Crown Dubois UK #1
Key Things to Know
  • Bernd Boente ranked Daniel Dubois as Britain's top heavyweight above Tyson Fury, Fabio Wardley, and Anthony Joshua.
  • Boente views Dubois as the slight favorite in his scheduled rematch against Wardley.
  • Concerns were raised regarding Wardley's recurring facial damage, which could become a major factor in the rematch.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Klitschko manager Bernd Boente has ranked Daniel Dubois as Britain's number one heavyweight ahead of Tyson Fury, Fabio Wardley, and Anthony Joshua. Speaking exclusively to World Boxing News, Boente placed Fury second, Wardley third, and Joshua fourth. Boente also labeled Dubois the slight favorite heading into his upcoming rematch with Wardley.

Boente noted that Wardley must diversify his punches and manage recurring facial damage, which could prompt retirement. Additionally, Boente revealed that WBC heavyweight champion Agit Kabayel aims to fight Dubois or Filip Hrgovic after his scheduled title defense against Nelson Hysa.

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