Nigerian-born UFC champion Israel Adesanya has placed a $10,000 bet on two-time former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua ahead of his highly anticipated IBF heavyweight title fight against Daniel Dubois. The showdown is set for September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium, England, where a crowd of 96,000 fans is expected to create an electrifying atmosphere.

This matchup marks a significant milestone for Dubois, as it will be his first appearance at England’s iconic national stadium, adding extra pressure on him and his team, led by trainer Don Charles.

In a post on Instagram, Adesanya shared a snapshot of his wager placed on September 17, 2024, featuring the inscriptions, “Dubois, Daniel – Joshua, Anthony.” The post read, “ÒGÚN‼ This fight got beef…grab the #stake sauce,” signaling his confidence in Joshua’s victory.

Adesanya’s Betting Strategy

Adesanya’s bet indicates his belief that Joshua will win between the 10th and 12th rounds, with an estimated payout of $50,000. This gamble showcases his faith in Joshua’s experience and skill set as he heads into this pivotal clash.

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However, Dubois is not backing down. The 26-year-old British fighter, known as “a good destroyer,” has made it clear that he intends to knock out Joshua, aiming to deliver only the second knockout defeat of Joshua’s professional career. “I aim to knock him out. That’s the programme. That’s the mindset; that’s the intention coming into this fight,” Dubois stated in an interview with Sky Sports. He emphasized, “I’m going to focus my whole life on destroying him and just being a good destroyer, a good conqueror. Don’t wait. Go out there. Smash him.”

Joshua’s Recent Performance

At 33 years old, Joshua is riding a wave of momentum, coming off four consecutive victories, including a knockout triumph over former UFC champion Francis Ngannou. As both fighters prepare for this high-stakes encounter, all eyes will be on Wembley Stadium to see if Joshua can maintain his dominance or if Dubois can make a significant statement in his career.