Frank Warren is brimming with anticipation for the upcoming heavyweight clash between Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua, which he believes will be “something special.” The fight, scheduled for September 21 at Wembley Stadium, has garnered significant attention due to its high stakes and the status of both fighters.

Dubois, who recently won the IBF interim title with an eighth-round stoppage of Filip Hrgovic, was elevated to full champion after Oleksandr Usyk vacated the title. This elevation adds an extra layer of intrigue to the bout, which was already shaping up to be one of the year’s biggest matches.

In an interview shared on Queensberry Promotions’ YouTube channel, Warren outlined why the fight between the two British heavyweights will stand out. “Two of the biggest punchers in the heavyweight division, out of the top four heavyweights in the world there’s two of them, and it’s going to be a brilliant fight,” Warren said. The clash promises to deliver on the excitement and intensity expected from such high-profile matchups.

Warren also highlighted the unique appeal of a British rivalry. “When you’ve got Brit against Brit, which we know in this country always delivers competitive fights, always delivers, it will be something special,” he remarked. The historical context of British heavyweight matchups adding to the anticipation cannot be overlooked.

Furthermore, Warren noted the added dimension of the promotional rivalry between Queensberry Promotions and Matchroom Boxing, who represent Dubois and Joshua, respectively. “And added again that little bit of icing or cherry on top of the cake is it’s Queensberry against Matchroom again,” Warren stated. This promotional rivalry, reminiscent of past high-stakes matchups, adds an extra layer of drama to the event.

Earlier this year, Queensberry Promotions and Matchroom Boxing had a notable 5v5 event in Saudi Arabia, where all five Queensberry fighters, including Dubois, emerged victorious. Although Joshua was not part of that event, Warren believes Dubois will be motivated to continue his strong form and challenge another prominent Matchroom fighter.

As the fight date approaches, Warren’s excitement reflects the broader anticipation for a bout that promises to deliver fireworks and showcase two of the top heavyweights in the world.

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