Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou Undercard: Daniel Dubois Enters an Enticing Rat Race

In the world of heavyweight boxing, surprises come not just from knockout punches but also from unexpected call-outs. Daniel Dubois just delivered one. His target? None other than Filip Hrgovic, the Croatian powerhouse out searching for a worthy opponent.

Hrgovic, presented with a golden opportunity by His Excellency Turki Alalshikh for March 8th, on the AJ vs. Ngannou undercard, finds himself at a crossroads. Who will he choose to face? Why would Dubois step into this high-stakes game now? And what exactly did he say to shake up the heavyweight scene?

Daniel Dubois can’t hear his name!

Michael Benson’s tweet catapults us directly into the heart of the matter. The post features a video of Daniel Dubois, fresh from his victory over Jarrell Miller in December, now taking his fight to the digital arena. Dubois, with conviction in his eyes, delivers a message that reverberates through the boxing community. “Hrgovic, I’m the daddy. I heard you’ve been calling out everyone else’s name. I can’t hear mine. Are you ready? Cause I’m ready,” he asserts.

Benson’s caption amplifies the significance of Dubois’s words, stating, “Daniel Dubois calling out Filip Hrgovic today after His Excellency Turki Alalshikh made a public offer to Hrgovic to fight a top heavyweight of his choice on the Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou undercard on March 8th…” This context is crucial. It highlights not only Dubois’ readiness to clash with Hrgovic but also underlines the unique opportunity presented by Alalshikh.

But what did His Excellency say about Hrgovic’s options?

Hrgovic’s pool of opponents

Filip Hrgovic faces a pivotal decision that could define his path in the heavyweight division. With Tyson Fury’s injury postponing a major bout, Hrgovic’s spotlight has intensified, presenting him with a unique opportunity on March 8th. Turki Alalshikh offers Hrgovic a choice that could catapult him to boxing stardom.

“What about [Filip] Hrgovic? I give him options to play in the undercard of 8th of March… Hrgovic [vs.] Dubois, Bakole, Sanchez, Miller, Kabayel, Anderson,” Alalshikh reveals, laying out a roster of formidable opponents. With a pristine record of 17-0, Hrgovic’s next move is eagerly awaited. The Croatian’s decision will not only shape his career but also the dynamics of the heavyweight landscape.

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Who will Hrgovic choose to face? Would Daniel Dubois get his wish? How will this choice affect the legacy of those involved, and who will emerge as the true heavyweight contender in the aftermath?

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