Daniel Dubois Explains Why He Got in the Ring with Usyk After the Fury Fight

IBF champion Daniel Dubois was asked about the moment following the rematch between WBA, WBC, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titleholder Oleksandr Usyk (23-0, 14 KOs) and Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs), when Daniel climbed into the ring and challenged the Ukrainian.

– Let’s talk about what happened a few weeks ago in Riyadh, when you stepped into the ring to confront Oleksandr Usyk. Opinions are divided: some people say it was good to see your confidence and they liked it, others say it was Usyk’s moment. What’s your response, Daniel?

– This is boxing. Any publicity is good, whether people like it or not. I’ve been in boxing long enough to understand that. It’s not about everything going your way or everyone adoring you, it’s that people want to see you—that’s what matters.

I hope to beat Parker, and I think that fight will happen. As a world champion, you can choose your path and your future. I’m only laying down a challenge. My goal is to become the undisputed champion and collect all the belts. That’s what I’m striving for.

– You’re saying the fight will happen. Is that according to His Excellency, Frank Warren?

– Yes, that’s what’s been discussed. But, as I said before, I need to beat Parker first. My goal is to become undisputed champion and gather all the titles.

On December 21, Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury by unanimous decision and defended his belts. Right after the verdict was announced, Dubois entered the ring, challenged Usyk to a rematch, and received his agreement.