The ongoing tension between Daniel Dubois' advisor Sam Jones and Fabio Wardley's manager Mike Ofo has resurfaced, this time over the heavyweight championship rematch clause.
Wardley triggered an immediate rematch clause after losing his WBO title to Dubois via an 11th-round stoppage in Manchester in May.
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Despite Wardley knocking Dubois down twice early in their initial bout, Jones questioned whether taking an immediate return fight serves Wardley's long-term interests.
"I don't think it's a wise decision, but when it's a free shot at the world heavyweight title, he's probably thinking, 'I don't want to come back and have a comeback fight for not so much good money'," said Sam Jones.
Jones noted that while rematch clauses are standard practice, stepping back into the ring so quickly after a tough stoppage loss poses significant physical risks.
"He's used to making millions of pounds, so he's thinking a free shot of the world heavyweight title," said Jones.
The advisor emphasized that Dubois' team expects formal confirmation on their next opponent within weeks, maintaining confidence in the champion's abilities.
"It's a rematch clause that they put in, rightfully so. I'd have done exactly the same.
But when you take a hiding like that, it can be dangerous. But let's see what happens," said Jones.
Jones expressed certainty that Dubois would secure an even faster victory if the second bout materializes.
"We'll know in more than a couple of weeks what Daniel's going to do.
