Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley put on a great showdown that lived up to all expectations and exceeded them. They squared off for the WBO heavyweight title on May 9 at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester.
Fans and boxers alike are sharing their epic reaction to arguably one of the most entertaining heavyweight bout of all time between Dubois and Wardley.
Now, Chris Eubank Jr. has joined the growing list of boxing figures reacting to the heavyweight clash.
The explosive contest on May 9 instantly drew major attention across the boxing world after both heavyweights delivered a dramatic back-and-forth battle filled with knockdowns and brutal exchanges.
Fans and analysts immediately began labeling the fight an early “Fight of the Year” contender, and Eubank Jr clearly agreed.
Eubank Jr gives strong reaction to Dubois vs Wardley
Shortly after the fight ended, Eubank Jr took to his X account and summed up the heavyweight war with a brief eight-word reaction.
“Wardley vs Dubois fight of the year 2026,” Eubank Jr wrote.
Wardley vs Dubois fight of the year 2026
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) May 9, 2026
The post quickly gained traction online as fans continued praising both heavyweights for their performances.
The fight itself exceeded expectations from the opening seconds.
Wardley stunned Dubois with an early knockdown inside the first 10 seconds, while Dubois later took another knee in the third round following a massive right hand.
However, Dubois battled back strongly and gradually took control of the fight with relentless pressure and heavy combinations.
Wardley continued fighting through severe damage, including a badly swollen right eye, while both men repeatedly traded huge shots throughout the contest.
Eventually, Dubois secured the stoppage victory in round 11 after overwhelming Wardley with another barrage of punches.
Frank Warren continues praising the fight
Following the bout, promoter Frank Warren praised both Dubois and Wardley.
Many fans online echoed similar opinions, with some already calling it one of the best heavyweight fights in recent years.
In the ring interview, Warren heaps praise on both British heavyweights and highlights that the bout offered everything that fans were expecting.
“These two guys showed such heart and chins,” Warren said. “It was an amazing fight that had everything.
Furthermore, He revealed that there is a rematch clause in the contract, and they might run it back.
“There’s a rematch clause in the contract,” Warren revealed. “Let’s let the dust settle in the heavyweight division. Then we’ll see. He’s back, and Fabio is not going away either. He’s a true gutsy man.”
With the victory, Dubois captured the WBO heavyweight title and became a two-time champion in the weight class.
The next opponent for the newly crowned champion could be a rematch with Wardley or a challenge against Oleksandr Usyk, from whom he lost his IBF belt. Another option is to give emerging heavyweight Moses Itauma a chance.
