Sounds like Usyk-Dubois II is all but done...

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  1. Murderers' Row

    Murderers' Row Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Two time undisputed champion, one for the history books isn't it?

    I agree with the sentiment mind.
     
  2. The Long Count

    The Long Count Obsessed with Boxing Full Member

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    Yeah recollecting the belt doesn’t mean much against a fighter you already dominated. So if I put all the belt and hype aside, I will say this Dubois has earned the right to the rematch. Even with yesterday’s result - Dubois is the leading contender. Would have been more clear had he and Parker faced off but wasn’t to be and that’s not Usyk’s fault.
    Dubois has beaten Miller, Hrgovic and crushed AJ in his last 3 fights - that’s a top contender and he deserves his second crack.
     
  3. AdamT

    AdamT Boxing Addict banned Full Member

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    For me it's just smoke and mirrors. He's already the real champion and should fight fresh contenders. Having more ranked fighters on his resume will mean more for his legacy in the years to come

    In 50 years there may be 8 belts (exaggeration) and will that make someone greater to keep collecting more belts he already owns?

    It would be different being 3x undisputed if you lost a fight or came out of retirement. Usyk is the lineal champ right now and if he has 2 fights left? I'd prefer he fights Parker first, then maybe the winner of a Dubois v Agit fight

    If he fights someone like parker after Daniel? Then fair enough
     
  4. Overseas

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    Having watched recent interviews, it seems as though Usyk has 1 real fight left in him and he is only motivated for double undisputed. I'd be down for him to lay off until December and fight the winner of Parker Dubois, then call it a day. It seems more likely for him to go straight into the Dubois rematch though
     
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  5. AdamT

    AdamT Boxing Addict banned Full Member

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    It's pointless though. Yes it's another belt which he really owns anyway. But he's beating a guy he already smoked, while there are other contenders. Had he beaten everyone at HW and DD was all that stood? Then fine. Or as you say above, let Dubious fight parker or Agit first and usyk fights the winner. I'm fine with that

    If he fights Daniel and some mma guy, then retires? He's not the holier than thou warrior his worshippers claim
     
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  6. Overseas

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    I like Usyk's style, and would like to see him in some interesting fights if he still has it left but let's be real, once he's retired who cares? There will always be fanboys but they're best left ignored. Eh, IDK. Ideally I would have preferred to see a new matchup, but there is a case to be made for DD's 3 win streak and current status as IBF king. I'd be more interested in seeing Usyk Kabayel than Usyk Parker tbh, but that isn't going to happen either.
     
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  7. ForemanJab

    ForemanJab Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    You don’t get a trilogy when you’re down 0-2. Fury is retired anyway.
     
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  8. ForemanJab

    ForemanJab Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I’d prefer Parker getting the shot.
     
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  9. Mitch87

    Mitch87 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Happy for Usyk to fight Dubois (who is coming off his 3 career best wins since they last fought) again for the unification. It would be ideal if Kabayel vs Parker is the co-event and the two winners fought each other after.
     
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  10. Matt0029

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    That would be an amazing card
     
  11. MorvidusStyle

    MorvidusStyle Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Dubious is a dumb fight. Nothing extra for legacy really and a risk. The other fights are worthless, not great fighters and won't end up great fighters.
    Usyk should learn from Fury and get out now, he's the wrong side of 30.
    Dubious only needs one big headshot to turn the fight, he almost landed that bodyshot clean and it would have been a dangerous moment for Usyk.
    Dubious is more confident now and Usyk is older, and too old to be fighting at such a size disadvantage.
    Dumb fight.
    Don't be a greedy belly.
     
  12. LenHarvey

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    I'd actually prefer Parker.. there's always gotta be a fkin rematch , it's boring.. Dubois was dissected in that last fight.. but has dined out on the low blow
     
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  13. Overseas

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    Tbh my favorite matchup of the bunch is Dubois Parker. I was so excited for the fight and think it's insane stylistically
     
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  14. Braindamage

    Braindamage Baby Face Beast Full Member

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    Why would Parker need 2-3 months rest? He fought 4-5 minutes and took little to no damage. Dubois is sick and will probably be ready to do road work in a week or so. Both men are in fighting shape right now, have been trainng to fight eachother. Why wait 6 months? Fight in 6 weeks. All they need to do is stay in shape.
     
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  15. Overseas

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    It's oftentimes the camp that takes more out than the fight itself. Boxers are ppl too and Parker stated he wants some rest after months in camp away from his family. He also risks overtraining if he keeps training because camps are designed to manufacture peak performance on fight dates.
     
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