If you want to show someone exemplary heavyweight championship boxing to sell them on the concept, have them watch Daniel Dubois’ 11th-round TKO victory over Fabio Wardley. Dubois’ WBO-title-winning performance had everything.
Dubois was dropped twice en route to a thrilling victory. Wardley’s chin is unbelievable. Though he never went down, the punishment he took from Dubois made referee Howard Foster’s decision to stop the fight in the 11th a just call.
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Key Facts at a Glance
Result: Daniel Dubois def. Fabio Wardley via 11th-round TKO
Title On The Line: WBO Heavyweight Championship
Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
Venue: Co-op Live Arena, Manchester, England
Knockdowns: Dubois dropped
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