Anthony Crolla is impressed with Daniel Dubois’ power, but he thinks he will fall short when he meets Anthony Joshua next month.
The heavyweights collide on September 21, live on DAZN, with Wembley Stadium providing the setting as Dubois looks to defend his IBF title.
Both fighters enter the bout in impressive form and it’s likely to be a shootout between two explosive punchers.
Crolla, a former world champion at lightweight, has recently been speaking about the contest and he gives the edge to Joshua.
“It’s such an intriguing fight. My worry for Dubois is that AJ has a fantastic right hand and although Daniel takes a good shot, it’s another matter taking that right off Joshua in small gloves,” said Crolla when speaking to Seconds Out.
“I do not rule out Dubois though. If he’s still there after four rounds, then it could become his type of fight and it’s a real toss up as to who has the heavier hands.
“I can’t decide whether this fight will be over early, or AJ catches up with Dubois late in the fight. It’s not a forgone conclusion by any means, but I’m going with AJ to win by stoppage.”
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