Former super-middleweight world champion George Groves has weighed in on the upcoming heavyweight clash between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois, claiming the Ukrainian champion has a key weakness that could be exploited.
Groves, who retired in 2019 after a storied career, believes Dubois possesses the kind of raw power that could dramatically shift the momentum of the fight in an instant. "Usyk is a brilliant technician," Groves said, "but Daniel has that concussive power that can change everything in a split second."
The Usyk Vulnerability
According to Groves, Usyk's movement and footwork - normally his greatest strengths - could become liabilities against a puncher like Dubois. "When you're facing someone with that kind of power," Groves explained, "you can't afford to make even small positioning mistakes. One wrong step and it could be over."
Dubois' Golden Opportunity
The British heavyweight, who boasts an impressive 19-1 record with 18 knockouts, is being positioned as the underdog against the undefeated Usyk. However, Groves suggests this might work in Dubois' favor. "Daniel has nothing to lose and everything to gain," he said. "That makes him dangerous."
Groves pointed to Dubois' devastating body shots as another potential game-changer. "Usyk hasn't faced many heavy hitters at this weight," he noted. "Body shots from someone like Dubois could really slow him down."
The Mental Game
Beyond the physical matchup, Groves highlighted the psychological aspect of the fight. "Usyk is used to being in control," he said. "If Daniel can disrupt that rhythm early, it could rattle him."
The boxing world is eagerly anticipating this heavyweight showdown, with many wondering if Dubois can indeed capitalize on what Groves identifies as Usyk's key vulnerability.
