Tyson Fury's Fight Plans Shift: A Potential Clash with Daniel Dubois on the Horizon

Tyson Fury, the former WBC heavyweight champion, has made headlines with a surprising change of heart regarding a matchup with Daniel Dubois. Initially dismissive of Dubois as a worthy opponent, Fury now acknowledges Dubois' impressive performance against Fabio Wardley, stating, "Dubois did a beautiful job in his last fight against Wardley, it was an unbelievable fight by the way." This marks a significant shift in Fury's outlook as he aims to reclaim his status in the heavyweight division.

Fury's comments came during an interview with iFL TV, where he emphasized his willingness to fight anyone, saying, "I will fight anybody, I don’t give a s**t who I fight." This newfound openness to a bout with Dubois could pave the way for a title shot, especially as Dubois is expected to rematch Wardley later this year.

In addition to Dubois, Fury has also expressed interest in facing rising star Moses Itauma, although he insists that such a fight would require significant financial incentive. Previously, Fury had downplayed the idea of fighting Itauma, but he now seems to recognize the potential value in such a matchup.

Meanwhile, Oleksandr Usyk, the current holder of three major heavyweight titles, has been criticized by Fury for his reluctance to face Itauma. Fury dismissed Usyk's reasoning as "rubbish," arguing that the risk-reward ratio does not favor the Ukrainian champion at this stage of his career.

As the heavyweight landscape continues to evolve, Fury's willingness to engage with both Dubois and Itauma could set the stage for exciting matchups in 2027, should he successfully navigate the upcoming challenges.