"If he doesn't, then I wish him all the best in his amazing career," said Jones.
In response to Jones' statements, Wardley's manager Mike Ofo firmly rejected the characterization of the fight and dismissed concerns over Wardley's health.
"I find it offensive to call it a 'free shot,'" said Mike Ofo.
Ofo argued that Dubois had benefited from a similar title opportunity previously and insisted that the rematch will proceed as planned.
"If anyone had a free shot, it was Daniel coming off a loss to Usyk," said Ofo.
The manager asserted that Wardley remains fully committed to the rematch without interference.
"If Jones was in the loop, he would know that the fight is going to take place.
Fabio is still firmly in the driver's seat while Jones is not even a passenger in the car from the content of his bleating," said Ofo.
Ofo clarified that Wardley suffered no lasting damage from the first contest and is preparing to make tactical adjustments.
"Fabio had no major injuries, no concussion just cosmetic damage. Daniel threw everything, including the kitchen sink, and still couldn't put Fabio down.
Fabio does not fear Daniel, and I fully expect him to learn from his mistakes and knock Daniel out next time," said Ofo.
He further criticized Jones' authority and role within Dubois' promotional team.
"Jones' assessment holds no weight and is more a reflection of his inflated ego than of what actually took place," said Ofo.
Ofo reiterated that both fighters delivered a high-caliber contest and that Wardley's sole focus remains reclaiming the WBO belt.
"What is cogent is that it was a great fight between two warriors, and Fabio has every intention of winning his belt back in dramatic fashion," said Ofo.
The manager directed harsh words toward Jones' official standing in the sport.
"Jones is just a ventriloquist's dummy for Stan Dubois, doing what he's told. He's only licensed to talk rubbish as he's not a licensed boxing manager," said Ofo.
Ofo concluded by emphasizing that public interest should remain on the athletes and the upcoming fight.
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"But it's not about us; the focus should be on the fighters and the rematch, which is going to be another fight of the year and nobody will be disappointed," said Ofo.
