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Daniel Dubois

Daniel Dubois is a British professional heavyweight boxer from London, born on 6 September 1997.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Daniel Dubois is a British professional heavyweight boxer from London, born on 6 September 1997. He has held major heavyweight titles, including the IBF world title, and is known by the nickname "Dynamite" for his punching power and knockout record.

Early life and amateur career

Dubois was born in Greenwich, London, and developed as an amateur boxer before turning professional in 2017. Sources describe him as having won multiple youth and national amateur honours.

Professional career

He made his professional debut with a first-round knockout in April 2017 and quickly moved through domestic and regional heavyweight titles. His career includes wins over Marcus Kelly, Nathan Gorman, Trevor Bryan, and Anthony Joshua.

World titles

Dubois held the WBA (regular) heavyweight title from 2022 to 2023 and became IBF heavyweight champion in 2024. He has been listed among the leading heavyweights in British boxing.

Fighting style

Dubois is known as "Dynamite" and is noted for punching power and a high proportion of knockout victories. Multiple sources describe him as a boxer who often ends fights early.

Key facts

  • Dubois turned professional in April 2017 after a successful amateur career.
  • He won the English heavyweight title in 2018 and later added the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles.
  • He won the WBA (regular) heavyweight title in 2022 by defeating Trevor Bryan.
  • In 2024, he was elevated to IBF heavyweight champion after Oleksandr Usyk did not defend the title.
  • Dubois is widely associated with early knockouts and a high knockout percentage.
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Canadian context

Dubois is relevant to Canadian boxing fans as a leading heavyweight on the international scene, especially in world-title and title-defence coverage that is followed by Canadian sports media and audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Daniel Dubois?
Daniel Dubois is a British professional heavyweight boxer from Greenwich, London, known for his knockout power and major world-title success.
When was Daniel Dubois born?
He was born on 6 September 1997.
What is Daniel Dubois' nickname?
His nickname is "Dynamite."
Which titles has Daniel Dubois held?
He has held the WBA (regular) heavyweight title and the IBF heavyweight title, along with British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles.
When did Daniel Dubois turn professional?
He turned professional in April 2017.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Daniel_Dubois_(boxe_anglaise)
    Supports: British heavyweight boxer from London
  2. RTFight — https://rtfight.com/boxers/daniel-dubois
    Supports: Birth date, nationality, and heavyweight division
  3. Marca — https://www.marca.com/en/boxing/2024/09/19/66ec676946163f29928b4569.html
    Supports: Professional debut, nickname, record, and IBF title status in 2024
  4. Sporting News — https://www.sportingnews.com/us/boxing/news/daniel-dubois-record-bio-boxer/miisurejcfwrchw73ksiqgsq
    Supports: Amateur background, turning professional in 2017, English/British/Commonwealth titles, and WBA (regular) title
  5. BoxRec — https://boxrec.com/wiki/index.php/Daniel_Dubois
    Supports: Hometown, stance, height, reach, and fighter profile
  6. Queensberry Promotions — https://queensberry.co.uk/pages/daniel-dubois
    Supports: Professional record, title history, and heavyweight rankings