Dubois and Wardley at career-heaviest weights for WBO title rematch
Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley meet again for the WBO heavyweight title, both at career-heavy weights for Saturday's rematch in London.
What happened
Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley are to contest a WBO heavyweight title rematch on Saturday at London's O2 Arena.1234
Both fighters weighed in heavier than in their first encounter, with Dubois at a career-heaviest 253.9 pounds (115kg) and Wardley at 248.3 pounds (112kg).2
Their first fight, in Manchester last May, ended when the referee intervened at the start of the 11th round.2
Wardley has said he is looking for revenge in the rematch, while boxing figures and statistical analysts have offered predictions ahead of the fight.1234
Dubois weighed in at a career-heaviest 253.9 pounds (115kg) and Wardley at 248.3 pounds (112kg) for the fight.2
Their previous fight in Manchester last May ended when the referee stopped the contest at the start of the 11th round.2
Key points
What the coverage leaves out
- None of the outlets reviewed reported the outcome of the fight, as coverage was published ahead of Saturday's bout.
Why it matters
What to watch
- The outcome of Saturday's rematch at London's O2 Arena.
Sources (4)
Every outlet we drew on, grouped by where it is based. Read the originals for the full reporting.
North America
Europe
- 1BBC SportGBPublic broadcaster
Middle East & Turkey
- 2Arab NewsSAPrivate
Wardley out for revenge in WBO heavyweight title rematch with Dubois
Southeast Asia
- 4CNASGState-controlled
Wardley out for revenge in WBO heavyweight title rematch with Dubois