Dsalita Anthony Joshua is considering the possibility of facing either Daniel Dubois or Zhilei Zhang in his upcoming headline fight at Wembley Stadium in September.
Dubois, the IBF interim heavyweight champion, seems like the logical choice for Joshua to fight. With a high chance of Dubois’ IBF title being upgraded to the full version by then, a match between the two British fighters is expected to draw significant interest from fans in the UK.
While Zhang showcased his skills by stopping Deontay Wilder in their recent fight, he lacks a world title. Fighting Zhang would be more about Joshua proving himself against the Wilder conqueror, but AJ’s focus lies on winning the IBF title. For that, he will have to face Dubois, setting up a potentially risky match-up.
Dubois has been on an impressive run, and his recent victories have put him back in contention in the heavyweight division. With Joshua looking to secure a world title, Dubois emerges as the most viable opponent for him. The upcoming match could serve as a stepping stone for Joshua to establish his credibility before facing the winner of the Usyk-Fury rematch.
The looming possibility of the IBF elevating Dubois to full champion status adds an extra layer of intrigue to the potential showdown between him and Joshua. Despite the risks associated with fighting a young, powerful contender like Dubois, Joshua must make a calculated decision as he approaches his mid-thirties in age.
With the IBF title scenario unfolding in the background, the prospect of a high-stakes showdown between Joshua and Dubois in September gains significant momentum. The clash between the two British fighters at Wembley Stadium promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with the IBF title potentially up for grabs. The stage is set for a major showdown in the heavyweight division.
