Fighter Profile:
Ringside with Dynamite: Gala’s Look at Daniel Dubois
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Daniel Dubois: Tale Of The Tape
Born and raised in London, Dubois turned professional in 2017 and quickly gained attention for his raw power, athleticism, and knockout prowess. Fighting under the Queensberry Promotions banner with Frank Warren at the helm, Dubois has carved out a remarkable reputation in the sport by blending youth, skill, and fearsome punching
Nickname: Dynamite / Triple D
Weight Class: Heavyweight
Record: 22 Wins (21 KOs) – 2 Losses
Height: 6’5” (196 cm)
Reach: 78” (198 cm)
Weight: 248 lbs (112.7 kg)
Stance: Orthodox
Nationality: British
Born: 6 September 1997, London, UK
Professional Debut: 8 April 2017
Rounds Boxed: 95
KO Percentage: 95.45%
Career Highlights & Notable Fights
Over the course of his professional career, Dubois has faced some of the most respected names in heavyweight boxing. One of the pivotal early chapters came in November 2020 when he took on fellow Brit Joe Joyce in a high-stakes contest featuring multiple regional and international titles. Although Dubois suffered his first professional defeat after sustaining an eye injury, the bout was a learning experience that showcased his toughness and determination.
Fast forward to September 2024, and Dubois made history with an electrifying performance against Anthony Joshua at Wembley Stadium. In front of a record-breaking crowd of 96,000 fans, Dubois knocked Joshua down four times before securing a fifth-round knockout to capture the IBF World Heavyweight Title. The victory not only marked a career-defining moment but also underlined his status as one of the top contenders in the division.
Earlier that year, Dubois also claimed a statement win against the undefeated Filip Hrgovic, stopping the Croatian in the eighth round in Riyadh. Another highlight came in December 2023 when Dubois stopped Jarrell Miller via 10th round TKO—despite facing a much heavier opponent.
Titles & Accolades
- Youngest British Heavyweight Champion (Captured at age 21 in 2019)
- Ring Magazine’s Knockout of the Year (2024) – For KO over Anthony Joshua
- Record-breaking Attendance – Headlined a 96,000-capacity event at Wembley Stadium
- Multiple Regional and International Titles – Including WBC Youth, WBO European, WBO Global, and more
Dubois’ high knockout ratio of 95.45% ranks him among the most dangerous punchers in modern heavyweight boxing.
Fighting Style & Strengths
Dubois’ fighting style is defined by relentless aggression, devastating power, and refined technical ability:
- Explosive Knockout Power: With 21 of his 22 wins coming by way of knockout, Dubois is known for ending fights in emphatic fashion.
- Relentless Pressure: He overwhelms opponents with volume and aggression, often taking control from the first bell.
- Sharp Jab and Combination Work: His jab is used effectively to set up powerful combinations and keep opponents on the back foot.
- Physical Advantages: Standing at 6’5” with a solid frame and 78” reach, he uses his size to control distance and absorb punishment.
- Stamina and Endurance: Dubois maintains a high pace throughout his fights, showing conditioning that allows him to remain a threat in the later rounds.
Previous Fights
Result | Method | Opponent | Event | Location | Date | Title(s) |
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Win | KO (Round 5) | Anthony Joshua | Wembley Stadium | London, UK | 21 Sep 2024 | IBF World Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 8) | Filip Hrgovic | Kingdom Arena | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 1 Jun 2024 | IBF World Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 10) | Jarrell Miller | Kingdom Arena | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia | 23 Dec 2023 | – |
Loss | KO (Round 9) | Oleksandr Usyk | Stadion Wroclaw | Wroclaw, Poland | 26 Aug 2023 | IBF, IBO & WBO World Heavyweight Championships |
Win | TKO (Round 3) | Kevin Lerena | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium | London, UK | 3 Dec 2022 | – |
Win | KO (Round 4) | Trevor Bryan | Casino Miami Jai Alai | Miami, USA | 11 Jun 2022 | – |
Win | TKO (Round 1) | Joe Cusumano | Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse | Cleveland, USA | 29 Aug 2021 | – |
Win | KO (Round 2) | Bogdan Dinu | Telford International Centre | Telford, UK | 5 Jun 2021 | – |
Loss | KO (Round 10) | Joe Joyce | Church House | Westminster, UK | 28 Nov 2020 | British, Commonwealth, EBU European, WBC Silver & WBO International Heavyweight |
Win | TKO (Round 2) | Ricardo Snijders | BT Sport Studio | Stratford, UK | 29 Aug 2020 | WBO International Heavyweight Championship |
Win | KO (Round 2) | Kyotaro Fujimoto | Copper Box Arena | London, UK | 21 Dec 2019 | WBC Silver & WBO International Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 1) | Ebenezer Tetteh | Royal Albert Hall | London, UK | 27 Sep 2019 | Commonwealth & WBO International Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 5) | Nathan Gorman | O2 Arena | London, UK | 13 Jul 2019 | British Heavyweight Championship |
Win | KO (Round 4) | Richard Lartey | Wembley Arena | London, UK | 27 Apr 2019 | WBO Global Heavyweight Championship |
Win | KO (Round 2) | Razvan Cojanu | Royal Albert Hall | London, UK | 8 Mar 2019 | WBO European Heavyweight Championship |
Win | PTS (10 Rounds) | Kevin Johnson | Leicester Arena | Leicester, UK | 6 Oct 2018 | – |
Win | TKO (Round 5) | Tom Little | O2 Arena | London, UK | 23 Jun 2018 | British Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 3) | DL Jones | York Hall | London, UK | 24 Feb 2018 | Southern Area British Heavyweight Championship |
Win | TKO (Round 2) | Dorian Darch | Copper Box Arena | London, UK | 9 Dec 2017 | – |
Win | TKO (Round 1) | AJ Carter | Copper Box Arena | London, UK | 16 Sep 2017 | Southern Area British Heavyweight Championship |
Win | KO (Round 2) | Mauricio Barragan | Copper Box Arena | London, UK | 8 Jul 2017 | WBC Youth World Heavyweight Championship |
Win | KO (Round 1) | David Howe | Copper Box Arena | London, UK | 20 May 2017 | – |
Win | TKO (Round 2) | Blaise Mendouo | Leicester Arena | Leicester, UK | 22 Apr 2017 | – |
Win | TKO (Round 1) | Marcus Kelly | Manchester Arena | Manchester, UK | 8 Apr 2017 | – |