Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) has been installed as a significant favorite ahead of his rematch with Britain's Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs). The two heavyweights will clash for all major championship belts at London's iconic Wembley Stadium on July 19.
Bookmakers have released their odds for the anticipated rematch, giving the Ukrainian champion over an 83% probability of victory with odds of 1.20. Dubois, meanwhile, sits as a considerable underdog at 4.33, with a draw priced at a distant 23.00.
Interestingly, these betting lines closely mirror those from their first encounter, when Usyk was favored at 1.10 and Dubois at 7.00.
The fighters first met in Wroclaw, Poland in August 2023, where Usyk secured a ninth-round knockout victory. That bout featured a controversial moment in the fifth round when Dubois landed a body shot that sent Usyk to the canvas. The referee ruled it a low blow, allowing the Ukrainian recovery time — a decision that sparked outrage from Dubois' team. His promoter Frank Warren filed an appeal against the result, which was subsequently rejected.
According to Statbet analysis, Usyk's technical precision would be the determining factor in the rematch, with the champion landing significantly more accurate punches in their first meeting.
This fight comes after Usyk's historic achievements against Tyson Fury, whom he defeated in May 2023 to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 25 years. The Ukrainian solidified his status with another victory over Fury in December 2024.
In recent statements, Usyk has confirmed his intention to retire from professional boxing after two more fights, potentially making the Dubois rematch his penultimate appearance in the ring.
