Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois press conference descends into chaos

7 May 2026 • 11:50 PM MYT
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Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois press conference descends into chaos

  • The pre-fight press conference for the Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois heavyweight title bout was overshadowed by a heated exchange between their representatives.
  • Michael Ofo, Wardley's manager, criticised Dubois's professionalism, citing instances where Dubois prematurely ended interviews earlier in the week.
  • Dubois’s manager Riz Khan defended his fighter, dismissing Ofo's comments and stating Dubois was not present for a 'circus' but to fight.
  • Wardley and Dubois also engaged in their own verbal sparring, with Dubois referencing a 'dust man' comment and Wardley questioning Dubois's inconsistent mentality.
  • The all-British heavyweight title fight, where Wardley defends his WBO belt against former IBF champion Dubois, is set to take place on Saturday at the Co-op Live arena in Manchester.

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