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Usyk vs Dubois II Betting Odds
I’ve been ringside for more scraps than I can count, from the humid gyms of Cebu where kids dream of Pacquiao’s shadow, to the glitzy lights of Vegas where heavyweights throw haymakers that could topple jeepneys. But there’s something about a heavyweight rematch that gets the blood pumping, especially one like Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois squaring off again on July 19, 2025, at London’s Wembley Stadium. This isn’t just about belts. It’s unfinished business, with the undisputed heavyweight crown on the line. Usyk, the crafty Ukrainian who’s made a habit of schooling bigger men, defends his throne against a young Brit hungry for payback. For us Filipinos, who’ve seen our own legends like Manny rise from underdog status to global dominance, this bout feels like a familiar tale: skill versus size, heart versus hunger. Fans and those looking for the best Boxing betting odds, you´re in the right place!
Let’s rewind to their first tango back in August 2023 at Stadion Wroclaw in Poland. Dubois, then 25 and riding a wave of knockouts, came out swinging like he owned the place. He even dropped Usyk in the fifth with what looked like a body shot, but the ref called it low, which sparked an appeal from Dubois’ camp that the WBA shot down faster than a referee’s count. Usyk shook it off, turned up the heat with his trademark footwork and feints, and by the ninth, Dubois was on his knees from a vicious right hook. KO win for Usyk, retaining his WBA, IBF, and WBO straps. It was a lesson in resilience, but Dubois walked away fuming, vowing revenge.
Fast forward, and Usyk’s added the WBC belt by outpointing Tyson Fury twice. First a split decision in May 2024, then a unanimous nod in December. That’s 23-0 now, with 14 stoppages, and a resume that includes dismantling Anthony Joshua twice. If he wins here, Usyk becomes a two-time undisputed heavyweight champ, joining an elite club. Dubois? He’s gunning to be the first Brit to hold all the gold since Lennox Lewis back in ’99. At 27, with a record that’s seen him rebound from losses to Joe Joyce and now this rematch shot, he’s got the tools. 19 KOs in 22 wins, but he’ll need more than power to crack Usyk’s code.
Peeling back the layers on these two, Usyk is the thinking man’s fighter, a 6’3″ southpaw with a 78-inch reach who’s basically a heavyweight version of those slick cruiserweight days where he unified everything and snagged Olympic gold in 2012. His wins over Fury showcased that, feints to set up traps, body shots to sap the gas tank, and enough movement to make you dizzy. I remember watching his Fury rematch from a bar, fans cheering every time Usyk slipped a punch like Pacquiao dodging Margarito’s bombs. Dubois, meanwhile, is the dynamite fisted Londoner, a pure puncher who’s stopped foes like Derek Chisora and, more recently, held his own in tune-ups. But he’s never been in a rematch before, while Usyk’s 2-0 in them (Joshua twice). Dubois’ edge? Youth and that one-punch power. A 60% KO rate. But he’s got to close the distance without getting picked apart.
Tactically, this is where the coaches earn their keep. Usyk’s team, led by the wizardry of Anatoly Lomachenko (yeah, Vasiliy’s dad), will drill that elusive style: circle left, pepper with jabs, and attack the body to slow Dubois down. It’s the same blueprint that frustrated Fury, no wild swings, just calculated pressure. That approach has ripple effects in boxing; it’s pushing heavyweights toward more technical fights, away from the old-school brawls.
Over in Dubois’ corner, promoter Frank Warren’s even dangling a Bentley as incentive if Usyk loses. Talk about motivation! Expect Don Charles to coach a smarter aggression: controlled bursts, targeting Usyk’s midsection early to limit his mobility, and avoiding the overcommitment that got Dubois iced last time. If they pull it off, it could redefine how underdogs approach rematches, much like how Filipino coaches tweaked strategies for Pacquiao’s revenge tours against Barrera or Marquez. One wrong move, though, and Usyk’s feints turn into traps that end nights.
From a Filipino vantage point, this fight hits home. We’ve got a soft spot for guys like Usyk. Smaller in stature but giants in skill, echoing how Pacman conquered divisions way above his natural weight. Dubois’ quest for redemption? That’s straight out of our boxing folklore, where rematches like Pacquiao-Morales built legends. I can already hear the debates in Manila’s fight clubs: “Usyk’s too slick, pare, like Donaire with power!” or “Dubois lands one, it’s over. British thunder!” Social media’s buzzing with it. Fans trending that low-blow controversy or Warren’s Bentley bet, wondering if Usyk’s age (38) finally catches up. In a country where boxing is religion, this global showdown reminds us why we pack arenas for international streams: it’s the drama, the what-ifs, the chance to see history unfold.
Usyk vs Dubois Prediction
So, who’s walking out with the belts? Usyk’s the heavy favorite. Call it -300 odds, with Dubois a tempting +250 underdog. But my gut says Usyk retains via unanimous decision, maybe a late stoppage if Dubois gases chasing shadows. The Ukrainian’s just too experienced, too unflappable. He’s beaten the best Britain has, twice over for some. Dubois needs a miracle punch early; otherwise, it’s another masterclass.
Still, don’t sleep on the kid. He’s got that Lewis-like potential.
Wembley under the lights, rain or shine, this is heavyweight boxing at its rawest. Usyk-Dubois II isn’t just a fight; it’s a statement. Who´s your money on?
Image credit to Ring Magazine.
