As anticipation builds for the clash between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, a surprising sentiment is sweeping through parts of the boxing community: fans and pundits alike are calling for an Anthony Joshua defeat in hopes of shaking up the heavyweight division and potentially sidelining Deontay Wilder.

The idea of Joshua losing has fueled conversations about whether it could open the door for a decisive matchup with Wilder or even spell the end of the American knockout artist’s reign of contention.

Deontay Wilder, known for his devastating power and controversial remarks, has remained a polarizing figure in boxing.

Some fans believe that an upset victory by Dubois could force a new era in heavyweight boxing, one that moves past the long-standing rivalry between Joshua and Wilder, with many hoping it might “finally get rid” of Wilder from the title picture.

The Joshua-Dubois fight has garnered intense speculation, not just for the outcome of the bout itself but for the domino effect it could have on the careers of major fighters like Wilder. Hours before the fight, the boxing world remains on edge, wondering whether this could be the beginning of a reshaped landscape in the heavyweight division.