What's next for Dubois after the Usyk loss?

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  1. NewBoxingOrder

    NewBoxingOrder Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I don't think there will be any rematch, as there was no rematch for Dubois vs Lerena despite Dubois being dropped 3 times in one round.

    So where does Dubois go from here?

    * Rematch with Joe Joyce?

    * Try to land a bout with someone like Joshua or Wilder?

    * Fury?

    * Rebuilding fight?

    At this point in his career, I don't know if he'll become more than what he is. But he still has a lot to offer, I think.

    I'd like to see him maybe restore his confidence a bit. He seemed pretty dejected at the end of the bout tonight, because he was outclassed and he just wore out.

    But no other heavyweight can fight like Usyk does, and Usyk's days are numbered.

    I hope Dubois puts himself into position to come back strong and fight for the title again some day. I like him.
     
  2. Jacques81

    Jacques81 Boxing Addict Full Member

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  3. NewBoxingOrder

    NewBoxingOrder Boxing Addict Full Member

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    You know, that might not be a horrible idea actually.

    Good call.
     
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  4. CooperKupp

    CooperKupp “B.. but they all playin NBA basketball again!” Full Member

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    He can be a good stepping stone for upcoming guys like Torres and Jalolov :thumbsup: He can continue to serve a purpose in the sport!!
     
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    ForemanJab Boxing Junkie Full Member

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  6. NewBoxingOrder

    NewBoxingOrder Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I think he can legit compete for the title. Just not against someone like Usyk.
     
  7. slash

    slash Boxing Addict Full Member

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    He might try to get vocal, or his mouthpiece will, about a Usyk rematch. Of course he would/will get stopped again.
     
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  8. NewBoxingOrder

    NewBoxingOrder Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Yeah. He was totally outclassed.
     
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  9. NullaLexInk

    NullaLexInk Sometimes a fella's just gotta be movin' on Full Member

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    Recovery fight, possibly picks up a belt when Usyk vacates. Likely ends up being a guy who just keeps it warm for a real upcoming talent, doubt his promoters will be willing to make favorable matchups for him to hold a belt hostage.
     
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  10. Bigcheese

    Bigcheese Well-Known Member Full Member

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    He might be able to beat someone like Whyte or Parker at this point.
     
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  12. Mickc

    Mickc Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Dubois will hope to get the rematch and that will be his Teams priority but if this does not happen then it’s back to fighting top 15 guys looking to get another shot at the belts .
     
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  13. Mickc

    Mickc Well-Known Member Full Member

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    They would be two interesting match ups for Dubois,Whytes probably out for some time but I think Parker would certainly take the fight .
     
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  14. Jacques81

    Jacques81 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    With a jab
     
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  15. NewBoxingOrder

    NewBoxingOrder Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I'd love to see Dubois-Whyte. Whyte needs to get it together.