Daniel Dubois delivers defiant message following Oleksandr Usyk loss
Usyk secured the knockout with a powerful right punch that floored Dubois, followed by a decisive left hit, which he refers to as his 'Ivan' punch.
This victory marked Usyk's 24th professional win and his seventh consecutive against British opponents, reaffirming his dominance in the heavyweight division.
Daniel Dubois conceded that his performance was not sufficient against Usyk, but expressed his determination to return to boxing.
Usyk, who has achieved significant career milestones in the UK, including an Olympic gold, expressed his gratitude for the country, considering it a 'second home'.
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