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Daniel Dubois fight return date as Frank Warren explains decision 'we don't take risks'

FRANK WARREN COLUMN: Daniel Dubois was forced to pull out of his clash with Joseph Parker due to illness - but 'Dynamite' will return to the ring soon

[Daniel Dubois celebrates victory after IBF World Heavyweight Title fight between Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua]

Daniel Dubois was due to fight Joseph Parker before illness struck(Image: Getty Images)

Daniel Dubois will return to the ring in the next two to three months after the devastating blow of having to pull out of this weekends clash with Joseph Parker.

Daniel was in great shape but unfortunately picked up a virus in the last few days and the medication he was taking to fight it off made him drowsy.

After being assessed by the British Boxing Board of Control doctor, it was rightly decided he wasnt fit to fight.

We dont take risks with our fighters. If youre not fit, you dont get in the ring as its a dangerous sport and you must be at your best.

Daniel was far from it and although it is hard news to take it was the only decision that could be made.

Parker still has a great fight now hes facing Martin Bakole, who bravely stepped in at short notice.

[Joseph Parker will fight Martin Bakole instead of Daniel Dubois]

Joseph Parker will fight Martin Bakole instead of Daniel Dubois(Image: Getty Images)

Daniel will be back out soon and prove what I believe - that hes the best superstar heavyweight from the UK.

Speaking of next superstars, Hamzah Sheeraz will also get his moment tonight to become a world champion.

Sheeraz takes on Carlos Adames for the WBC middleweight title. The green and gold belt in one of the sports most prestigious divisions.

Hamzah has been with us all the way and it is great to see a top prospect turning into a champion. Weve backed him and he has delivered. Tonight he will get his reward.

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Hamzah Sheeraz takes on Carlos Adames for the WBC middleweight title(Image: Getty Images)

This is not an easy fight but Hamzah has shown in every bout weve put him in that he learns and improves. Hes been well matched all the way. Now it is time for the crowning glory.

Its a spectacular card out here in Riyadh with every fight one you cannot miss. Thats despite the withdrawal of Daniel.

Zhilei Zhang against Agit Kabayel is a terrific heavyweight showdown. While Joshua Buatsi against Callum Smith opens the show at light-heavyweight. Josh Padley was drafted in to face Shakur Stevenson for the WBC lightweight title and Vergil Ortiz Jnr is up against Israil Madrimov.

Make sure you tune in.

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