Dubois and Wardley continue rivalry as rematch discussions heat up

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Dubois and Wardley continue rivalry as rematch discussions heat up
Summary

Daniel Dubois' advisor Sam Jones cast doubt on the forthcoming rematch with Fabio Wardley, urging caution after their previous bout. Fabio Wardley, who activated a rematch clause, insists he has no serious injuries and remains confident in reclaiming the WBO heavyweight title. Their initial fight saw Dubois win via an 11th-round stoppage after Wardley knocked him down twice early. Mike Ofo, Wardley's manager, rebuffed Jones' comments, affirming the rematch will proceed as planned. Next steps regarding the match's date remain unclear, but both camps are preparing for another chapter in their rivalry.

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  • Fabio Wardley activates rematch clause after Dubois' previous victory.
  • Wardley insists he sustained no major injuries in the last fight.
  • Sam Jones questions Wardley's readiness for an immediate rematch.
  • Mike Ofo expresses confidence in Wardley's ability to win back the title.
  • Rematch date and details still to be confirmed.
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Fabio Wardley's manager Mike Ofo has launched a scathing response after Daniel Dubois' advisor Sam Jones raised doubts about the heavyweight rematch.

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