Trainer Ronnie Shields has recently disclosed some intriguing information regarding his heavyweight fighter Filip Hrgovic. Shields has hinted that Hrgovic is poised to step in the ring in Saudi Arabia on June 1, potentially against Daniel Dubois. This announcement has sparked a wave of excitement among boxing fans as they eagerly anticipate this matchup.
The Context of the Fight
On June 1, Saudi Arabia will host the light heavyweight unification fight between unbeaten champions Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. The under-card is expected to feature the ‘Five against Five’ concept, pitting fighters from Eddie Hearn/Matchroom against those from Frank Warren’s Queensbury stable. Hrgovic and Dubois, under Matchroom and Queensbury respectively, are likely candidates for this showdown.
Hrgovic, with an unblemished record of 17-0(14), has been yearning for a shot at a world title. On the other hand, Dubois holds a secondary version of the WBA heavyweight belt and is ranked #4 in the IBF rankings. The fight between the two heavyweights could potentially have significant ramifications for the IBF strap and the heavyweight division as a whole.
Speculation had been rife about a potential matchup between Hrgovic and Anthony Joshua for the IBF belt. However, if Shields’ revelation holds true, Hrgovic-Dubois may take precedence. This unexpected turn of events has left fans speculating about the outcome of such a high-stakes bout and its impact on the division.
Should Hrgovic and Dubois face off on June 1 in Saudi Arabia, fans are in for a thrilling spectacle. The matchup between these two talented heavyweights has the potential to captivate the audience and deliver another unforgettable moment in the world of boxing.
The prospect of a Hrgovic vs. Dubois showdown in Saudi Arabia has generated a great deal of excitement and anticipation within the boxing community. With the stakes high and the fighters hungry for victory, this matchup could redefine the landscape of the heavyweight division. Fans will be eagerly awaiting June 1 to witness this potentially historic moment unfold in the ring.