What happened when Tyson Fury sparred Daniel Dubois to 'protect his family’s name'
manchestereveningnews.co.ukTyson Fury acknowledged Daniel Dubois' potential after they sparred together. Dubois upset Anthony Joshua at Wembley on Saturday night, claiming a stunning fifth-round knockout win.
His commanding performance, which saw him retain his IBF heavyweight title, is another setback for the long-awaited British superfight between Fury and Joshua.
But the result has also sparked conversations about a potential match-up between the Gypsy King, who watched from ringside, and Dubois, who have previously crossed paths in the ring.
They shared a sparring session back in 2017 when Fury was on a hiatus from boxing and Dubois was yet to fight professionally. READ MORE: Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois as it happened - highlights, stream, knockout and results READ MORE: Everything Anthony Joshua said minutes after being brutally knocked by Daniel Dubois Regardless of the circumstances, Fury was still taken aback by Dubois' ability, later saying: "I was fat, 27 stone.
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