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Joshua will decide Dubois bout – Okolie

Joshua will battle Dubois for the IBF heavyweight title on September 21 at Wembley Stadium in a potentially explosive showdown that is occasioned by Oleksandr Usyk vacating the title following his victories over Joshua and Dubois due to a mandatory rematch with Tyson Fury.

Dubois, who recently claimed the title by defeating Filip Hrgovic, will defend his belt against Joshua in what will be a high-stakes showdown.

In his analysis, Okolie praised both fighters’ abilities but emphasised that Joshua’s consistency could be the deciding factor.

“Dan, I have much respect for him. We’ve trained together, and from an objective standpoint, he’s someone you can’t underestimate. He’s got serious power, grit, and determination.

“But if Joshua can maintain one thing, consistency, using his long, straight punches effectively, he should come out on top,” Okolie said.