Daniel Dubois successfully defended his WBO world heavyweight title with a second-round stoppage of Fabio Wardley in a rematch held in London. The bout took place at the O2 Arena, where Dubois, the reigning champion, faced his British rival for the second time in less than six months.
Dubois, 27, dominated the early stages of the fight, landing heavy punches that forced Wardley to the canvas. The referee stopped the contest after just two rounds, marking Dubois’s second consecutive victory over Wardley. This result solidifies Dubois’s position as Britain’s top heavyweight boxer.
The rematch followed their first encounter in May, where Dubois recovered from two knockdowns to win. Wardley, 31, had previously defeated Dubois in their initial bout, but the London rematch saw Dubois take control from the outset. The stoppage came after Dubois landed a powerful right hand that left Wardley unconscious.
Dubois, who has been training extensively for this rematch, has now won both meetings against Wardley. The victory ensures his hold on the WBO title and positions him as a strong contender for major titles in the future.
This bout was part of a broader boxing card broadcast on talkSPORT, with fans and analysts closely following the rematch between two of Britain’s most promising heavyweights. The result highlights Dubois’s resilience and tactical superiority in high-stakes fights.
