Fabio Wardley announced he has activated the contractual rematch clause to face WBO heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois. Dubois secured the title in Manchester with an 11th‑round stoppage after twice knocking Wardley down early in the bout. Both fighters remain under the Queensberry promotional stable.

Wardley, a former white‑collar boxer turned world champion in a decade, suffered his first professional defeat. Speaking to Sky Sports, he praised his character, admitted mistakes and vowed to correct them. “Congratulations to Daniel, but I’m coming for you and my belt,” he said publicly.

Promoter Frank Warren confirmed the clause was part of the original contract, meaning a swift showdown is now mandatory. With the heavyweight division hungry for fresh narratives, a Wardley‑Dubois rematch promises high‑stakes drama and a chance for the Briton to reclaim the belt again soon.

A second meeting will test whether Wardley can adjust his strategy after early knockdowns and whether Dubois can sustain his dominance beyond a single night. Ticket sales and broadcast interest are already climbing, ensuring the bout will be a marquee event on the British boxing calendar.