BOXING promoter Frank Warren says matching his fighter Daniel Dubois against Joe Joyce is “the biggest risk of his career”.
The two British heavyweights are set to put their undefeated records on the line in April or May.
Daniel Dubois has destroyed all of his opponents so far since turning proCredit: Rex Features
Warren says the announcement will be “soon” and that the two parties are in “peak discussions” and that it “will get done”.
In April last year Joyce and his Ringstar Sports team agreed a co-promotional agreement with Queensberry Promotions meaning the chances of making the fight were improved.
And now Warren is confident it is almost done – but is worried about pitching his man in against one of the most decorated amateur boxers the country has ever produced.
When asked if it was a risky fight for Dubois, Warren told the 5 Live Boxing Podcast: “Yes, it will be without a doubt. Probably the biggest risk.
It’s a big step up for Daniel. It’s a fight he wants
Frank Warren on Dubois vs Joyce
“For Daniel it’s a quite a jump up – to be fighting at this stage of his career in such a significant fight, so it’s a big decision to make.
“I am not worried about Daniel’s stamina. My only concern if I have one is Joe’s vast experience – how long he has been boxing. And he’s undefeated, a winning fighter.
“Joe is 34, had a significant and highly decorated amateur career, has vast experience and has done brilliantly as a pro. So it’s a big step up for Daniel. It’s a fight he wants. I think the fight will happen sooner rather than later.”
Both boxers are undefeated, with Dubois stopping 13 of his 14 opponents and Joyce nine of his 10.
And both have also been touted as future world champions.
Warren added: “At this stage of his career, Daniel is the best heavyweight I have been involved with. He is an exceptional talent.
“What impresses me is his total dedication. He just wants to be world heavyweight champion. He doesn’t have any distractions. I think he only got a mobile phone the other day.”
Joe Joyce, like Dubois, is undefeated as a pro and has rarely looked in troubleCredit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
Boxing promoter Frank Warren admits pitching Dubois in with Joyce is a riskCredit: Getty Images – Getty
Daniel Dubois hangs weights off himself in workout to gain more muscle
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