'Devastating & dramatic' - Dubois stops Wardley to retain title

Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley both stepped on the scales at their career-heaviest weights ahead of their much-anticipated rematch at the O2 Arena in London. The WBO champion Dubois tipped the scales at 18 stone 2 pounds (115 kilograms), while Wardley weighed in at 17 stone 10 pounds (112 kilograms). Their first meeting in Manchester in May saw Wardley knock Dubois down twice before the Londoner pulled off a stunning 11th-round stoppage.

Dubois, now 2 pounds heavier for the rematch, promised a cleaner performance, while Wardley vowed to seek revenge and deliver a knockout win. The two fighters, both boasting impressive knockout records, faced off in the final pre-fight formalities at Old Spitalfields Market, a subdued event with a smaller turnout than previous weigh-ins.

Dubois remained quiet and composed, while Wardley appeared relaxed and ready to take on his opponent. Questions linger over whether Wardley's quick rematch is a wise decision, but promoter Frank Warren predicts a blockbuster fight in 2027, with the winner of Saturday's bout likely to face either Tyson Fury or Anthony Joshua.