Daniel Dubois vs Oleksandr Usyk undercard, running order and start times
Daniel Dubois and Oleksandr Usyk are set to go head-to-head for a second time in front of over 90,000 fans at Wembley Stadium.
The Ukrainian will be looking to put the series to bed once and for all. Usyk has all the bragging rights before they touch gloves for a second time after winning the first encounter back in 2023. The 38-year-old would go on to score a vicious knockout victory in the ninth round.
The fight was not without drama, though. In the fifth, Dubois dropped Usyk with what many thought was a body shot. However, it was later deemed a low blow - much to the frustration of the young Brit's team. 'Triple D' has been on fire as of late and will be looking to shock the world on fight night. And so, here is everything you need to know about tonight's fights...
Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois - 9:45pm
In the main event, Dubois will be looking to level the series when he takes on Usyk for a second time. After suffering the second defeat of his professional career to the Ukrainian, 'Triple D' has been on an absolute tear. As for Usyk, the 38-year-old comes into the contest off of back-to-back victories over Tyson Fury. With the heavyweight icon heading towards the end of his career, many believe now is the perfect opportunity for Dubois to strike and score a sensational victory on fight night.
Lawrence Okolie vs Kevin Lerena - 8:40pm
Lawrence Okolie is set to fight for the second time since moving up to heavyweight, having won the WBC Silver title on his debut in the division with a destructive knockout win over Hussein Muhamed. The 2016 Olympian had a brief spell at bridgerweight before moving up to heavyweight. He faces a tough ask in the experienced Kevin Lerena - who has fought the likes of Senad Gashi and Justis Huni over the years. He is commonly known for knocking down Dubois three times before eventually being stopped back in 2022. Fireworks are well and truly guaranteed in the co-main event at Wembley.
Daniel Lapin vs Lewis Edmondson - 7:45pm
Daniel Lapin is one of two fighters representing team Usyk competing on the undercard. The light-heavyweight star is another destined for big things in the sport. The 28-year-old comes into the clash off the back of an impressive win against the dangerous Dylan Colin back in December. He will defend his IBF Inter-continental title against Southampton's unbeaten Commonwealth champion Lewis Edmondson - who will be looking to steal the show in front of his home fans.
Vladyslav Sirenko vs Solomon Dacres - 6:50pm
Representing USYK-17 Promotions is Vladyslav Sirenko - a real promising prospect in the heavyweight division. The 30-year-old has been a real breath of fresh air since making his debut in 2017. The undefeated Ukrainian has only gone the distance three times in his career and is chasing his 20th knockout on fight night. That said, he faces a tough test in Solomon Dacres - who is stepping on on short notice. Dacres is looking to bounce back after suffering a gruelling defeat to David Adeleye.
Aadam Hamed vs Ezequiel Gregores - 6:05pm
Many may be familiar with the name Aadam Hamed - son of the legendary British former featherweight champion 'Prince' Naseem Hamed. Looking to go 6-0 on fight night, all but one of Hamed's wins have come by way of knockout. Standing across from him is the experienced Ezequiel Gregores - who has only been knocked out four times in his professional career. Set to perform under the lights at Wembley, Hamed will be looking to put on a real statement and show why is the real deal.
Lasha Guruli vs James Francis - 5:35pm
At 28, Lasha Guruli is already being tipped for big things in the sport of boxing. The Georgian made a name for himself after winning bronze at the 2021 AIBA World Boxing Championships as well as winning silver a year later at the European Amateur Boxing Championships. He then went on to win Olympic bronze in Paris last year before turning professional. He is set for a tough test in James Francis - 7-1. The Brit comes into the showdown off a convincing points victory over Karl Sampson.
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