Team Wardley condemn Dubois tactics, call for 'strong referee' in rematch

Daniel Dubois defeated Fabio Wardley in a thrilling WBO heavyweight title clash in May; ahead of Saturday’s rematch Wardley’s team have raised concerns about Dubois’ tactics in that first fight and called for stronger officiating in the return bout at The O2

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Fabio Wardley’s team have raised fresh concerns about Daniel Dubois’ tactics in their first fight and called for a "stronger referee" in Saturday’s rematch.

Dubois rose from the canvas twice to claim a stoppage victory in a tremendous battle with Wardley and win the WBO heavyweight championship in May.

In the aftermath of the first fight, Wardley's team expressed their disappointment about the officiating of referee Howard Foster and manager Michael Ofo has voiced further questions about Dubois' approach.

"We're calling for a stronger referee, because it's needed," Ofo told Sky Sports. "We don't want it to be spoiled by having the same antics that were displayed in the first fight."

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Source: Sky Sports