Daniel Dubois defeats Fabio Wardley by KO in second round, retains WBO title

Daniel Dubois defended his WBO heavyweight world title by defeating Fabio Wardley via technical knockout in the second round on October 17 at London's O2 Arena. Dubois knocked Wardley down in the first round, and Wardley's corner threw in the towel in the second. In their first meeting in May, Dubois won in the eleventh round after being knocked down in the opening seconds.

British press emphasizes Dubois' future prospects and national rivalry, while Italian press highlights Wardley's tactical errors and post-match statements.