Daniel Dubois Names The One Heavyweight Who Would Beat Oleksandr Usyk ‘All Day’
Daniel Dubois Names The One Heavyweight Who Would Beat Oleksandr Usyk ‘All Day’
British heavyweight Daniel Dubois, who recently faced Oleksandr Usyk in a controversial bout, has shared his thoughts on which boxer in the current heavyweight division could easily defeat the Ukrainian pound-for-pound champion. In a candid interview, Dubois revealed that he believes Tyson Fury is the one heavyweight capable of beating Usyk “all day.”
After his own experience with Usyk, Dubois knows firsthand how difficult it is to face the unified WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight champion. Usyk’s speed, agility, and technical prowess have made him one of the most formidable boxers in the world, successfully transitioning from undisputed cruiserweight champion to dominating the heavyweight ranks. His most recent victory over Dubois in August 2023 reaffirmed his dominance, despite some controversy surrounding the fight due to a disputed low blow.
However, Dubois is convinced that Tyson Fury, the WBC heavyweight champion and self-proclaimed “Gypsy King,” would pose insurmountable problems for Usyk. Fury’s towering 6’9” frame, coupled with his unorthodox style, exceptional footwork, and ability to adapt in the ring, sets him apart in the heavyweight division. Dubois noted that Fury’s size advantage, combined with his ability to box at range and engage in close quarters, would make it difficult for Usyk to implement his usual strategy of outmaneuvering opponents.
“Fury would just be too much for him,” Dubois stated. “He’s a massive guy, and he knows how to use his reach and size advantage better than anyone. Usyk’s great, but Fury’s got the skills and the physicality to beat him all day. He can switch it up, fight orthodox or southpaw, and he knows how to wear his opponents down.”
Dubois’s perspective mirrors that of many in the boxing community who see Fury as the biggest challenge for Usyk. Although Usyk has already proven he can handle bigger fighters — evidenced by his victories over Anthony Joshua — Fury presents a different kind of challenge. Fury’s unique combination of size, skill, and mental toughness has made him a nearly unbeatable force in the ring, as seen in his dominant trilogy with Deontay Wilder and his victories over top contenders like Dillian Whyte and Wladimir Klitschko.
Fans have long been clamoring for a unification bout between Usyk and Fury, but negotiations have yet to produce a confirmed fight date. Many see the potential showdown as the ultimate clash to determine the undisputed king of the heavyweight division. Usyk, who has cleaned out the cruiserweight division and now holds three of the four major heavyweight titles, is the last remaining obstacle in Fury’s path to achieving undisputed status.
Despite Dubois’s confidence in Fury’s ability to defeat Usyk, the Ukrainian champion remains unfazed by the predictions. Usyk has always thrived as the underdog and has consistently silenced doubters throughout his career. Should the fight between Fury and Usyk materialize, it promises to be one of the most anticipated heavyweight bouts in recent memory, with both men fighting for legacy and supremacy.
As the heavyweight division continues to evolve, Daniel Dubois’s statement adds fuel to the ongoing debate about who truly reigns supreme. Whether Tyson Fury can back up Dubois’s claim remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: if Fury and Usyk meet in the ring, it will be a showdown for the ages.
