However, Usyk came out fast and landed three sharp jabs that snapped back the head of Dubois. From then on, the now two-time undisputed heavyweight ruler was in control, mesmerising his young opponent with his footwork and feints and picking him off with well-timed shots. He finished proceedings in the fifth with two knockdowns.

Dubois was the beneficiary of this move by the IBF, picking up the interim title with a June 2024 stoppage of Filip Hrgovic and then being elevated to full champion after Usyk was stripped. Dubois then defended his title with a spectacular knockout of Anthony Joshua in Wembley Stadium.

Daniel Dubois urged to use Frank Bruno as inspiration after crushing Usyk defeat - Daniel Dubois is not set to return to the ring until 2026.