Daniel Dubois lost £7 million by withdrawing from fight

Daniel Dubois recently missed a significant opportunity in his boxing career. The British heavyweight champion pulled out of a title fight against Joseph Parker just two days before the match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This decision came after Dubois was advised to withdraw due to a viral infection. His trainer, Don Charles, asserts that Dubois made the right choice for his health. However, the timing of the withdrawal meant he lost out on an estimated £7 million. This amount includes not only the fight purse but also the costs of an extensive training camp leading up to the fight. In an interview, Charles expressed disappointment over the situation. He emphasized the hard work that went into the training and the financial loss resulting from the last-minute pull-out. "We had to do the smart thing," he said, addressing critics who suggested that Dubois was avoiding the fight. Despite this setback, Dubois might still have a chance to face Oleksandr Usyk in the future. Usyk had been eyeing the winner of the Parker clash. Although Parker was the mandatory challenger for Usyk's WBO title, Dubois could also be in the running for a future match against Usyk, who wants to avenge his earlier win against Dubois. Charles believes Dubois is ready for another showdown. He noted the impressive roster of opponents Dubois has faced and insists that as a champion, he is expected to fight the best. "We're in the business of fighting," Charles stated, highlighting Dubois' status as a world champion.