Fabio Wardley’s Rise to Prominence

Fabio Wardley has solidified his position in the heavyweight division with a stunning knockout victory over Justis Huni at Ipswich’s Portman Road. This win has propelled Wardley into the conversation for a world heavyweight title shot, positioning him to potentially face the winner of the upcoming bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois.

Upcoming Heavyweight Fights

The heavyweight scene is buzzing with anticipation as Usyk and Dubois prepare to clash for all four world titles next month at Wembley Stadium. Meanwhile, Dillian Whyte is set for a significant fight in Riyadh on August 16, with speculation mounting over his potential opponent, possibly Lawrence Okolie or the undefeated Moses Itauma.

Anthony Joshua’s Comeback Plans

Two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is on the mend from elbow surgery and is not expected to return to the ring until December at the earliest. Talks are ongoing for a potential three-fight deal under the Riyadh Season banner, reigniting hopes for a long-awaited showdown with Tyson Fury.

Wardley’s Next Steps

Queensberry promoter Frank Warren has confirmed that Wardley is in contention for a title shot, but the heavyweight landscape will become clearer after Usyk’s unification fight with Dubois. Wardley, currently the number one contender in the WBA rankings, may have to wait or defend his position in a non-world title fight.

Tyson Fury’s Status

Tyson Fury remains retired as of now, but his recent social media activity has sparked rumors of a potential comeback. Team Fury has indicated no imminent return, but the possibility of a showdown with Joshua continues to captivate boxing fans.

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