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The rematch nobody wanted to wait long for is almost here. Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley meet again this Saturday with the WBO heavyweight title at stake, and the entire card streams live on DAZN PPV and DAZN Ultimate Tier from The O2 Arena in London on Saturday, October 17. Their first fight was one of the best heavyweight scraps of the year. Dubois climbed off the canvas twice and turned a near-disaster into a title-winning stoppage. Below you’ll find the Dubois vs Wardley 2 broadcast details, PPV prices, ringwalk times, the undercard and a short preview of the fight.
Dubois vs Wardley 2 Date, Venue and Start Time
The key Dubois vs Wardley 2 details are in the table below. Times are approximate and depend on how fast the undercard moves.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Saturday, October 17 |
| Venue | The O2 Arena, London |
| Broadcast start | 7pm UK / 2pm ET |
| Main event ringwalks (approx.) | 10.30pm BST / 5.30pm ET / 2.30pm PT |
| Title on the line | WBO heavyweight championship |
UK fans can expect the main event late in the evening, while viewers in the US get it in the afternoon. Ringwalks are expected at around 10.30pm, though that could change if the undercard runs long or ends early.
Where to Watch Dubois vs Wardley 2: DAZN PPV Is the Only Option
DAZN has exclusive rights to the rematch. The fight is exclusive to DAZN PPV in the UK & Ireland and other territories (check for availability), and it is also included in DAZN’s Ultimate Tier subscription. No traditional TV channel is showing it. You’ll need the DAZN app or website on a smart TV, phone, tablet, console or browser.
Dubois vs Wardley 2 PPV Price in the UK and US
| Option | UK | US |
|---|---|---|
| Single PPV | £24.99 | $59.99 |
| 1 Month Ultimate (12-month contract) | £24.99 | $44.99 |
| 1 Year Ultimate | £229.99 | $449.99 |
Is Dubois vs Wardley 2 Included in DAZN Ultimate?
Yes. Dubois-Wardley 2 is part of the DAZN Ultimate Tier subscription, so subscribers don’t have to buy the PPV separately. Ultimate Tier comes with at least 12 PPVs a year, plus the standard 185 fight nights and Serie A football.
The price comparison matters here. In the UK, a monthly Ultimate plan on a 12-month contract costs the same as the one-off PPV. That makes Ultimate the better deal for regular boxing viewers. A casual fan who only wants this fight will probably stick with the single purchase.
Dubois vs Wardley 2 Full Fight Card
The main event carries this card almost on its own. Boxing News 24 argued the undercard gives fans little extra reason to pay, but there are still a couple of fights worth watching:
- Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley: WBO heavyweight title
- Louie O’Doherty vs Michael Gomez Jr: British and Commonwealth lightweight titles, the co-main event
- Bakhodir Jalolov vs Solomon Dacres: heavyweight. Jalolov had a decorated amateur career and is 17 fights into his pro run, but he still hasn’t had a defining win
The Jalolov fight is the one to watch on the undercard. Dacres is a credible opponent and gives the unbeaten Uzbek a chance to prove he belongs higher up the heavyweight rankings.
Dubois vs Wardley 2 Preview: What Changed Since Manchester?
How the First Fight Unfolded
The first fight was wild from the opening bell. Wardley started fast and dropped Dubois with a clean right hand ten seconds into the fight, then put him down again in the third round. Dubois then slowly took over the centre of the ring. The fight ended in round 11, when the referee stepped in to save a defenceless Wardley from more of Dubois’ power shots.
Two things from that night shape the rematch. The first is Dubois’ slow start. He has openly admitted that nerves got the better of him in the first fight, and he knows he can’t afford another slow start this time. The second is the stoppage. Many observers felt Wardley’s corner should have pulled him out before the referee stepped in. Wardley still hasn’t lost faith in his power. He has dismissed Dubois’ claim that nerves explained the early knockdowns and insists he can put the champion down again.
Both fighters expect an early finish. Wardley predicted he would stop Dubois within four rounds, and Dubois quickly said the same about him.
Dubois vs Wardley Tale of the Tape
| Daniel Dubois | Fabio Wardley | |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 23-3 (22 KOs) | 20-1-1 (19 KOs) |
| Height | 6ft 5in | 6ft 5in |
| Reach | 78in | 78in |
| Status | WBO champion | Former champion, challenger |
The two men are almost identical in size, and their knockout ratios are almost as close. With that much power on both sides, a decision looks unlikely. Wardley’s main hope is to hit Dubois early again and finish the job this time. Dubois wants to start sharper and use the same steady pressure that broke Wardley down in the later rounds of the first fight.
Dubois vs Wardley 2 FAQ
What time is Dubois vs Wardley 2?
DAZN’s coverage starts at 7pm UK time / 2pm ET. The main-event ringwalks are expected around 10.30pm BST / 5.30pm ET / 2.30pm PT.
What channel is Dubois vs Wardley 2 on?
The fight is exclusive to DAZN. You can buy it as a pay-per-view or get it as part of DAZN Ultimate Tier.
How much is the Dubois vs Wardley 2 PPV?
The one-off price is £24.99 in the UK and $59.99 in the US.
Who won the first Dubois vs Wardley fight?
Dubois won. He got up from two early knockdowns and stopped Wardley in the 11th round to take the WBO heavyweight title.
What’s Next for the WBO Heavyweight Title?
Saturday’s winner holds a strong position in a crowded heavyweight division. If Dubois wins again, he settles the rivalry and strengthens his case for the biggest fights in the division. If Wardley wins, it completes one of British boxing’s most unlikely comebacks and almost certainly sets up a third fight. Either way, both men have shown they can end a fight with one shot, so it may not go the distance.