Usyk Dominates Dubois, Reclaims Heavyweight Title

In an electrifying match, Oleksandr Usyk triumphed over Daniel Dubois in round five, reclaiming his undisputed heavyweight championship and further establishing himself as a boxing legend.

Oleksandr Usyk showcased his exceptional skills as he decisively stopped Daniel Dubois in the fifth round during their heavyweight championship bout held at Wembley Stadium, attended by a roaring crowd of 90,000. The Ukrainian fighter, now a two-time undisputed champion, sent Dubois to the canvas twice in the fifth round, and the British boxer could not recover, unable to beat the referee's count. With this victory, Usyk improved his undefeated professional record to 24-0.

Post-fight, Usyk expressed a desire to take a break and spend time with his family, insisting that "next, I want to rest." Meanwhile, Dubois, who recorded his third professional defeat in 25 fights, acknowledged Usyk's superiority, stating he gave it his all and was determined to bounce back.

Usyk not only reclaimed the IBF title, which had been stripped from him earlier in 2023, but he also solidified his grip on the WBA (Super), WBO, and WBC belts. The match drew notable boxing figures, including Roy Jones Jr. and Frank Bruno, as Usyk cemented his reputation in the sport.

From the onset, Dubois attempted to use his jab; however, Usyk skillfully evaded and countered with precision. As the fight progressed, Usyk’s dominance became increasingly apparent. In the fifth round, a right-hand punch from Usyk sent Dubois to the canvas, and although he managed to get back up, it was not long before a powerful left hook led Dubois' corner to throw in the towel.

Dubois now faces a challenging path ahead as he aims to rebuild after this setback, while Usyk finds himself in prime position, contemplating potential matchups against big names like Tyson Fury, Dereck Chisora, or Anthony Joshua. Observers had speculated about Usyk's age prior to the match, but he proved to be in remarkable form, employing lessons learned from their previous encounter to achieve this significant victory.

The world of boxing eagerly anticipates Usyk's next move as he continues to reign supreme in the heavyweight division.