Eddie Hearn says a rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois is set to be sanctioned by Turki Alalshikh.
In an exclusive interview, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn disclosed that negotiations are now in progress for a prospective rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois.
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Daniel Dubois vows to be better in Anthony Joshua rematch
According to Daniel Dubois, Anthony Joshua will be knocked out earlier if they face off in a rematch.
According to a recent interview with promoter Eddie Hearn, a rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois appears to be the most likely choice for both boxers right now.
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Anthony Joshua refuses to retire after knockout loss to Daniel Dubois
According to Anthony Joshua, he will continue to try and become a 3-time heavyweight boxing champion after a knockout loss to Daniel Dubois.
According to Hearn, Saudi boxing chief His Excellency Turki Alalshikh has stated that he would want to arrange a rematch between Joshua and Dubois if both fighters are interested.
In the same interview, the Matchroom Boxing mogul disclosed that Dubois and his promoter Frank Warren had already met with His Excellency to talk about the possible future steps for the IBF World Heavyweight Champion.
Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois rematch
Hearn did disclose that Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua both supposedly want a rematch and Joshua is adamant about getting his revenge.
In addition to being the bout that makes the most sense moving forward, the rematch between Joshua and Dubois also makes the most money for both athletes.
The rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois appears likely, but it won't happen before the year ends or even early in the following one.
Joshua needs his rest and time to recuperate, thus Eddie Hearn has stated that his man will need a few more weeks to refuel.
It appears that boxing fans may be able to see the Joshua vs. Dubois rematch sometime in 2025.
Whatever transpires with Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk in their rematch in December may possibly impact Dubois's future and Joshua's as well.
Given how Daniel Dubois prevailed in the first fight on September 21 at Wembley Stadium, he would probably start as the favorite in a rematch with Joshua.