Everything you need to know ahead of the WBO world heavyweight title showdown at Co-op Live.
13:22, 09 May 2026Updated 17:19, 09 May 2026
Daniel Dubois fights Fabio Wardley this weekend(Image: 2026 Getty Images)
Fabio Wardley and Daniel Dubois go head-to-head this weekend in one of the most anticipated domestic heavyweight clashes in years.
The two heavy-hitters collide in Manchester, with Wardley making the first defence of his WBO world title. For Dubois, it is a chance to become a two-time world champion and settle a long-standing rivalry that dates back to their infamous sparring sessions. With a combined knockout ratio of over 95%, the final bell is unlikely to be needed in this “Don’t Blink” main event.
Here is everything you need to know about the fight.
What time does Fabio Wardley v Daniel Dubois start?
The fight takes place on Saturday, May 9, at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester. The main broadcast is set to begin at 6pm BST, with main event ringwalks expected at approximately 11pm BST.
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Is Fabio Wardley v Daniel Dubois onTV? What about live streaming?
The fight will be broadcast live on DAZN. In the UK, the fight is being shown as a Pay-Per-View event. Fans can also access the broadcast if they are subscribers to the DAZN Ultimate Tier, which includes major PPV events as part of the monthly subscription.
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What is the full fight card?Main Event: Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois (WBO Heavyweight Title)Co-main: Jack Rafferty vs Ekow Essuman (Super-lightweight)Undercard: Bradley Rea vs Liam Cameron (Light-heavyweight)Undercard: David Morrell vs Zak Chelli (Light-heavyweight)Undercard: Khaleel Majid vs Gavin Gwynne (Super-lightweight)Undercard: Bakhodir Jalolov vs Agron Smakici (Heavyweight)Latest oddsFabio Wardley win: 4/5Draw: 16/1Daniel Dubois win: 1/1
(Odds courtesy of Sky Bet and correct at time of publication. Please gamble responsibly.)