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Fighters give up Justin Figueroa, Brian Norman and Justin Pauld first

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1 year ago

April 29, 2025

First management of fightersled by the president Jolene Mizzone and CEO Adrian ClarkHe announced the re -signing of three boxing stars to their developing stable at a press conference in Atlanta on Tuesday.

The WBO WWETREIGHT World Cup performed a press conference Brian Norman Jr.Top Lightweight Contenter Justin Pauldo and the rising star Justin Figueroa Officially repetition with warriors first on many years.

“It was an amazing journey of fighters, building these fighters, and I wouldn’t change him into the world,” said Clark.

“I have to say how proud of these three guys, because everyone went through adversity and dealt with this like masters,” said Mizzone. “We will go through greater adversities, but we are a family and we will go to it together. These fighters are the most significant and thank them for faith in us.”

Freshly after making the first defense of his world champion in March, Norman (27-0, 21 KO) expressed excitement that he continued his meteoric height of sport with Fighters First Management, along with his father and coach, Brian Norman Sr.

“First, I appreciate fighters and everything they did for me,” said Norman, who will do his second title on June 19 in Japan against Jin Sasaki. “Long but rapid three years have passed. We had adversity, but we are still here. I was not supposed to be where I am now, especially at the age. I am now the whole world champion and we are still running. I still get up, so we can only imagine how far we will deal with.

“Jolene always meant in my best interest, and she will always be real with me. Adrian is” Unc “here. He taught me what this sport really is. It’s about fighters. It’s about what you could get out of boxing. He kept me on my “P and Q. I fulfilled him.

In the ranking in the top 15 according to WBC and WBO, Pauldo (18-2, 9 KO) Return to the ring was announced on June 7 during an announcement in San Antonio, Texas. In February, he recently shot a knockout from the eighth round over the former world champion Shavkatdzhon Rakhimova, Pauldo is eagerly waiting for the continuation of the world title with warriors.

“It was pleased to be part of Fightersfirst’s management,” said Pauldo. “We will finish forceful this year and wait for many great fights in the lightweight division and become the world champion.”

From Atlantic City, Novel Jersey, where he became a popular draw in his hometown, Figueroa (12-0, 10 KO) Then he will enter the ring on August 23 in the fight for advertising in San Antonio, Texas. Figueroa has recently been seen how Mario Gaston Rios won the second round on March 22 in Atlantic City and will try to prove that his igniter as a pretender with the lend a hand of fighters first.

“The last three years with warriors were first a blessing,” said Figueroa. “To see where everyone is here, he is really amazing. Until now I enjoyed my career and I can’t wait to what will happen next. I have a great platform in Atlantic City and I am very excited to see what the future will bring.”

Because these three warriors continue their and so rapid entry in the sport led by Fighters First Management, Norman believes that in such a distant future he will not be the only warrior on the stage with the title of world champion.

“Three of us have appeared over the past three years,” said Norman. “Pauldo and Figueroa will be masters and we will have many more lanes here.”

For additional information about the first management of fighters, visit www.fightersfirst.com.

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Tony Bellews Bold KO Prediction for Dubois vs Wardley 2: Yep, I Said It

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3 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Tony Bellew's Bold KO Prediction for Dubois vs Wardley 2: "Yep, I Said It"

Tony Bellew is going against the grain for tonight’s Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley rematch.

The pair meet again just five months on from their thrilling first encounter, with Dubois now WBO champion having won the belt from Wardley via eleventh round stoppage.

After surviving two early knockdowns, the Londoner – who is now in his second stint as heavyweight titlist – took over the contest with a solid jab setting up thudding attacks that exhausted Wardley.

Though the Ipswich man stayed on his feet throughout, referee Howard Foster waved it off as the punishment because too much.

It is how the fight ended, and those last few rounds in which Dubois was largely dominating, that make him a strong favourite to retain his belt.

Giving his prediction to the BBCformer cruiserweight world champion Bellew backed Wardley to have success early again, but capitalise fully this time and end it.

“I’m going to be the difference. I am going to back Fabio Wardley by knockout within six rounds. Yep, I said [it]. I’m going for Fab within six.”

Dubois was on the canvas within ten seconds last time out, and took a knee in the third when hurt again.

Bellew has questioned Dubois’ resolve in the past, pointing to his stoppage loss to Joe Joyce as proof that there is a point he can be pushed to that he is not willing to go beyond. Many, however, will look to the first Wardley performance and disagree.

Both men recorded the highest weights of their careers on the scalessuggesting that neither will be changing the gameplan to a more measured affair, rather looking to engage in round 13 from the off tonight at London’s O2.

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Peter Fury Shares Final Thoughts on Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: I Still Think That

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4 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Peter Fury Shares Final Thoughts on Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: "I Still Think That"

Top trainer Peter Fury has offered his expert analysis on the rematch between Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley, believing it is still a 50/50 fight.

Others, meanwhile, will argue that Dubois should be made a considerable favourite, based on how he was able to dismantle Wardley in their first encounter.

In order to do so, the ‘Dynamite’ puncher was compelled to climb off the canvas in rounds one and three, having been put down by blows to the top of his head.

Proceedings then became a little one-sided as Dubois, utilising his fundamentals, managed to score an 11th-round finish with his thudding jab and superior footwork.

Wardley, however, wasted little time before activating the rematch clause in their contract and, in turn, securing the chance to reclaim his WBO title at London’s O2 Arena tomorrow evening.

Many will argue that such a swift turnaround could lead to his downfall while, due to his power and toughness, others would suggest that the 31-year-old is always dangerous, no matter the opponent standing across from him.

As such, coach Fury has told Boxing King Media that, while Dubois is rightfully brimming with confidence, it would be foolish to entirely dismiss Wardley’s attributes.

“I think it’s a great heavyweight fight – Dubois has got heavy hands and a good jab as well, so it’ll be interesting.

“You’ve got to say Wardley’s got it all to do, because the confidence of Dubois will be high. And if Dubois’ super confident, he’s a problem.

“But let’s see – Wardley was able to hurt Dubois early on. I still think that fight is a 50/50 fight.”

If he emerges victorious against Wardley, then Dubois will likely be targeting a unification match with Agit Kabayel or Filip Hrgovic in 2027.

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Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: Round-by-Round Live Updates and Results

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5 hours ago

October 17, 2026

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Daniel Dubois vs Fabio Wardley 2: Round-by-Round Live Updates and Results

Daniel Dubois will face Fabio Wardley in a rematch of a heavyweight slugfest from earlier this year, with Dubois defending the WBO heavyweight title he took from Wardley on that night.

Live coverage will kick off at 2 pm ET, and we’ll have results and updates during the four-fight, main card undercard, then live, round-by-round scoring and updates for the main event itself.

How to watch Dubois vs Wardley 2

Start time: 2:00 pm ET for main card, prelims begin at 11:00 am ET

Streaming: DAZN (Ultimate subscription or Pay-Per-View)

PPV Cost: As a standalone, one-off purchase Pay-Per-View, the price is $59.99 (or £24.99). With DAZN’s Ultimate tier, the show is included as part of your subscription.

Location: O2 Arena – London, England