Eddie Hearn and Ben Shalom Clash Ahead of Joshua-Dubois Fight

Eddie Hearn confirmed that Anthony Joshua has a rematch clause following his fifth-round knockout loss to Daniel Dubois, but it remains unclear when he will activate it. Joshua was visibly affected by a first-round knockdown and struggled throughout the fight, leading to concerns about his performance and future in the ring. Tensions between promoters escalated at the event, culminating in Hearn jokingly threatening rival promoter Ben Shalom, which Shalom later claimed was a serious threat. Hearn, while downplaying Dubois' chances, is employing psychological tactics to unsettle the champion, knowing that a loss for Joshua could impact his marketability. The atmosphere surrounding the fight is charged, with both fighters seeking to prove themselves amid intense scrutiny. The bout is set to take place at Wembley Stadium, offering a potential path for the winner to face the victor of the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk match.