Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will defend his three belts against Daniel Dubois in a significant rematch for the undisputed heavyweight championship scheduled on Saturday at Wembley Stadium. This matchup follows their previous encounter in 2023, where Usyk won by a 9th-round knockout. Currently, Usyk boasts an undefeated record of 23-0 with 14 KOs and has achieved back-to-back victories against former champion Tyson Fury. Conversely, Dubois, holding a record of 22-2 with 21 KOs, has rebounded with three consecutive wins after his earlier defeat to Usyk, including a knockout of Anthony Joshua.
The fight time is set for an estimated ring walk at 4:45 p.m. ET, with Usyk favored at -300 while Dubois stands at +235, and the total rounds over/under set at 9.5. Boxing expert Josh Nagel recommends checking SportsLine for predictions before placing any bets.
Why back Usyk?
Usyk’s perfect record and status as WBO, WBA, and WBC champion justify his favorite status. Known as “The Cat,” Usyk previously outclassed Dubois in their first fight and has consistently defeated prominent heavyweight challengers.
In the first bout, Usyk dominated every round, landing nearly 25% of his punches, while Dubois landed merely 16.2%. He has significant experience, having fought over twice as many rounds compared to Dubois.
Why back Dubois?
Despite Usyk’s experience, Dubois enjoys advantages in youth, height, and potentially weight. He holds the crowd advantage being from London and has powerful punching capabilities, with the majority of his victories coming by knockout.
In the previous bout against Joshua as an underdog, Dubois secured a knockout victory, suggesting he can deliver surprises against top opponents. With mounting motivation from earlier defeat, Dubois’s performance could exceed expectations.
How to make Usyk vs. Dubois II picks
Nagel favors the over on total rounds and has made other confident picks for betting, promising potential returns around +200. For further analysis and guidance, those interested should consult SportsLine for detailed insights on this exciting matchup.
