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Fabio Wardley ‘working on’ Oleksandr Usyk’s advice ahead of Daniel Dubois rematch

Fabio Wardley will have Oleksandr Usyk’s advice in mind when he rematches Daniel Dubois next month. Wardley can exact revenge and reclaim the WBO heavyweight title when he faces Dubois at Lon

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 12:46 PM
Fabio Wardley ‘working on’ Oleksandr Usyk’s advice ahead of Daniel Dubois rematch
Key Things to Know
  • Fabio Wardley will face Daniel Dubois in a heavyweight title rematch at London's O2 Arena on October 17, 2026.
  • Wardley lost his WBO heavyweight title to Dubois via an eleventh-round stoppage in May.
  • Oleksandr Usyk advised Wardley to use his jab more following his defeat to Dubois.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Fabio Wardley has confirmed he is working on his jab following advice from Oleksandr Usyk ahead of his upcoming rematch against Daniel Dubois. Wardley is scheduled to challenge Dubois for the WBO heavyweight title at London's O2 Arena on October 17, 2026. The bout offers Wardley a chance to reclaim the belt he lost to Dubois in May.

Usyk previously criticized Wardley for not using his jab enough during his eleventh-round stoppage defeat to Dubois. Wardley acknowledged the advice from the undisputed champion, stating he is making the necessary adjustments. Wardley triggered a rematch clause to secure the fight at the O2 Arena.

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