Usyk vs Dubois 2 - Dubois baying for revenge while Usyk gunning for undisputed heavyweight champion status

The heavyweight division's most anticipated rematch is finally here - Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will clash at London's Wembley Stadium on 19 July.

All four major world titles are on the line in what promises to be one of the biggest fights of 2025.

Undefeated Ukrainian Usyk holds the WBC, WBA and WBO belts and is seeking to become the four-belt undisputed heavyweight champion for the second time, while Briton Dubois is the IBF holder. 

This rematch comes nearly two years after their controversial first encounter, where the stakes are even higher and both fighters have evolved significantly.

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When is Usyk vs Dubois 2?

Usyk vs. Dubois 2 takes place Saturday, 19 July, 2025 at Wembley Stadium in London.

The main card is likely to begin at 7pm BST (11am PT / 1pm CT / 2pm ET), with main-event ring walks following at roughly 10pm BST (2pm PT / 4pm CT / 5pm ET).

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This timing places the fight perfectly as a summer blockbuster, having given both fighters ample time to prepare for what many consider the most important heavyweight fight of the year.

Where is Usyk vs Dubois 2 taking place?

The fight will take place at London's Wembley Stadium, marking a homecoming for Dubois. Many big boxing matches have been held at the iconic stadium, including Dubois' last fight against Anthony Joshua in 2025, where he successfully defended his IBF title.

The venue choice is significant, as it provides Dubois with home advantage, while Usyk will be fighting in London for the third time in five years, demonstrating his comfort with performing in the English capital.

How to watch Usyk vs Dubois 2

Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois 2 will be available on DAZN PPV worldwide. The global streaming platform will broadcast this heavyweight championship fight to audiences across multiple continents.

In the UK you can stream the Usyk vs Dubois II PPV in the UK via the DAZN app and platform. Boxing fans can access the fight through various devices - including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and gaming consoles.

Usyk vs Dubois 2: Full fight card

The undercard features several compelling matchups that complement the main event:

• Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois - 12 rounds, heavyweight – Usyk's WBA, WBC, WBO titles, Dubois' IBF title
• Lawrence Okolie vs Kevin Lerena - 12 rounds, heavyweight – Okolie's WBC 'Silver' title
• Daniel Lapin vs Lewis Edmondson - 10 rounds, light heavyweight – Lapin's IBF Intercontinental and WBA Continental titles
• Vladyslav Sirenko vs Solomon Dacres - 10 rounds, heavyweight
• Lasha Guruli vs James Francis - 6 rounds, super lightweight
• Aadam Hamed vs Ezequiel Gregores - 4 rounds, super lightweight

This stacked card ensures fans get value for their pay-per-view investment, with multiple title fights and prospects worth watching.

Usyk vs Dubois 2 odds

The betting markets have established clear favourites for this heavyweight championship rematch. 

The main event odds - Oleksandr Usyk remains the clear favourite, with odds of 1/3 to win from top boxing bookies like Ladbrokes. 

Daniel Dubois, meanwhile, offers strong value for underdog bettors. At 5/2, he's seen as the puncher with a puncher's chance. 

The odds reflect Usyk's unbeaten record and technical superiority, but also acknowledge Dubois' punching power and home advantage.

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Method of victory betting

Several attractive prop bets are available for those looking beyond the simple fight winner market:

Usyk victory methods rely on:

• His technical mastery, elite footwork, and ability to outclass power punchers make betting on Usyk a safe choice for Aussie punters, especially for a decision win 
• Oleksandr Usyk to win by KO/TKO or disqualification - 5/4 via Coral. 

Dubois Victory Methods focus on the following stats: 

• Fresh off a stunning KO of Anthony Joshua, with raw power and improved confidence bettors may favour him particularly for a KO win, which represents a high-reward option. 
• Dubois to win by KO, TKO or disqualification - 7/10 via 10bet.

Knockdown betting

Given the controversy from their first fight, knockdown betting presents interesting opportunities. In terms of knockdown props Daniel Dubois claims he's a "different fighter" after winning his last three fights, and he says Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) is now past his prime at 38 years old. 

He feels that Usyk has aged out of the infamous "low blow" from their first encounter adds intrigue to knockdown markets but most of us still think Usyk may still have a trick up his sleeve. 

• Usyk to be knocked down - 5/2 via Betfred
• Dubois to be knocked down - 4/6 via Betway

The first fight: What happened in 2023?

Usyk has faced Dubois before, earning a controversial ninth-round knockout win in Wroclaw, Poland, in August 2023, after being given time to recover from what the referee ruled to have been a low blow.

In Round 5, Dubois landed a borderline body shot that floored Usyk, which was ruled a low blow by the referee. Many in the UK argued it was legal, and this moment is central to the rematch narrative.

The controversy has fuelled anticipation for this rematch, with Dubois, 27, looking forward to taking his revenge: "I should have won the first fight and was denied by the judgement of the referee, so I will make no mistake this time around in front of my people at the national stadium in my home city".

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What's at stake: Undisputed heavyweight championship

This fight represents the pinnacle of heavyweight boxing, arguably the most exciting weight class from a spectator's standpoint. Undefeated Ukrainian Usyk holds the WBC, WBA and WBO belts and is seeking to become the four-belt undisputed heavyweight champion for the second time, while Briton Dubois is the IBF holder.

The 38-year-old Ukrainian vacated the IBF belt last year, before a December rematch with Fury, with Dubois upgraded to champion and defending the title against compatriot Anthony Joshua last September.

For Usyk, victory would restore his undisputed status and potentially set up massive unification fights. For Dubois, winning would establish him as the premier heavyweight and likely lead to lucrative defences against top contenders.

Fighter analysis and keys to victory

Oleksandr Usyk's path to victory showed Usyk beating bigger opponents thanks to his exceptional footwork and high ring IQ. Lateral movement and the ability to glide around the ring allow Usyk to evade attacks and effectively strike back on the counter.

Oleksandr Usyk has a perfect 23-0 record, with 14 of those wins coming by KO or TKO. Widely considered the most technically gifted heavyweight in the world, Usyk combines elite footwork, fast hands, and relentless cardio.

Daniel Dubois' trajectory is a remarkable one as well - he has amassed a three-fight knockout streak against Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic, and Anthony Joshua.

Dubois is an imperfect X-factor, but he is the kind of guy you can't disregard. Offensively, he can do a lot of things, even if the other aspects of his game aren't as refined.

Finally, the elephant in the room comes from the age factor. Daniel Dubois insists his rematch with unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk will be a much different fight than their first one after winning his last three fights, and he says Usyk is now old and perhaps a little rusty, as the Ukrainian is 10 years his senior. 

Expert predictions

If nothing extraordinary happens, this should be another boxing masterclass by Usyk. The tactical, technical, and superiority of fight IQ that Usyk showed in the first fight ended up swallowing Dubois up, and will threaten to do so again.

That's the shared opinion of FIRST's team of boxing tipsters.

However, there's something that makes you not want to overlook Dubois’ chances. Usyk is getting up there now at 38, and heavyweight history tells us that's an age when you should start hedging your bets.

We fully expect Usyk to control the pace, using lateral movement to frustrate Dubois, likely winning by decision in a tactical masterclass.

The combination of technical mastery versus raw power, experience versus youth, and the controversy from their first encounter creates the perfect storm for an unforgettable heavyweight championship fight.

Whether you're backing the technical brilliance of Usyk or the explosive power of Dubois, this fight offers something for every boxing fan, and numerous betting opportunities for those looking to add extra excitement to an already thrilling heavyweight championship rematch.

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