Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois squared off on the banks of the River Thames ahead of their highly anticipated IBF Heavyweight world title fight, which is set to take place this Saturday, September 21, at Wembley Stadium.
During their face-off on Monday, Joshua, casting a steely gaze in the sunlight, approached Dubois with a determined look, locking eyes with his opponent in a tense stare-down.
Both fighters are renowned for their knockout power, but Dubois has set his sights on more than just a win. He aims to not only secure a victory but to also break Joshua’s will, hoping to compel the former champion to quit rather than merely lose by knockout.
“I’ve got to make him quit, break him down, That’s my mindset going into this. Making him quit, breaking him,” Dubois told Sky Sports. I believe I can.”
Dubois faced criticism for quitting during his defeat to Joe Joyce, a challenge to his character that he has been striving to overcome. Now, Dubois sees the upcoming bout as an opportunity for redemption.
A victory in such a high-profile match, especially one that forces Joshua to quit, would not only vindicate him but also offer a dramatic form of redemption. For Dubois, this fight represents a chance to silence critics and prove himself on the grandest stage of his boxing career.
“I’m turning it round now at this stage of my career. I’ve come through my ups and downs, just turning it round,” Dubois said.
“Enjoy the moment, let all the talking be done, let all the statements be made. I’m in a good place right now and I’m ready to fight.”
Joshua and Dubois had to be separated earlier in the promotion when an altercation threatened to take place at a joint interview.
The animosity still seemed to simmer between them at the staredown. “I looked into his eyes, and I don’t know, I’m so used to it now. It’s part of the game,” Dubois said.
He’s adamant that Joshua’s team are underestimating him. “Of course they are, he’s going to be in for the shock of his life,” Dubois said.
“Seize the moment. It will all become real. Enough of the thinking, enough of the talking.”
But he is happy enough to be perceived as the underdog. “I still have that mindset, I’m still like that. Everyone wants to see the underdog come through and come out on top,” he said.
“I’m the underdog and I love playing that role, make it another night to remember.”
He added.
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