Both men have tremendous KO power and it would surprise everyone if this one goes the distance. In addition to Wardley-Dubois in the main event, the card features some more intriguing matchups, including undefeated Uzbek heavyweight Bakhodir Jalolov against Agron Smakici, plus David Morrell against Zak Chelli.
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When does Fabio Wardley against Daniel Dubois start?
The main card begins at 6 pm BST (1 pm ET / 10 am PT) from the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester, England. The main event ring walks are scheduled between 10-11pm UK time, which roughly translates to 5-6pm ET and 2-3pm PT for US viewers, depending on how the pace of the card plays out.
For comparison, the recent PPV Naoya Inoue vs. Together Nakatani DAZN was developed with a similar time structure. Build in extra time if you want to watch the entire card before the main event.
What is the Wardley vs. Full Card? Dubois?
Here’s the full Queensberry Promotions “Don’t Blink” card for May 9:
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Heavyweight (WBO title): Fabio Wardley (20-0-1, 19 KOs) vs. Daniel Dubois (22-3, 21 KOs)
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Caught Weight: David Morrell (12-1) vs. Zak Chelli (16-3-1)
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Heavyweight: Bakhodir Jalolov (16-0, 16 KOs) vs. Agron Smakici (21-3)
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Super Lightweight: Jack Rafferty (26-0-1) vs. Ekow Essuman (22-2)
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Light heavyweight: Bradley Rea (21-2) vs. Liam Cameron (24-7-1)
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Super lightweight: Khaleel Majid (16-0) vs. Gavin Gwynne (18-4-2)
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Super welterweight: Bobbi Flood (1-0) vs. Nathan Darby (3-37-3)
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Super welterweight: Issiah Hamilton-Allen (1-0) vs. Connor Goulding (6-10)
Jalolov has attracted more attention after criticizing undefeated heavyweight KO sensation Moses Itauma, adding layers to his showdown with Smakici.
Morrell vs. Chelli is the other co-star with real appeal, as Morrell’s WBA super middleweight pedigree fell in a catchweight fight against the rising Brit.
How to watch Wardley vs. Dubois
The fight airs on DAZN as pay-per-view in most markets. The PPV cost in the US is $59.99, but if you purchased DAZN Ultimate, you’ll get 12 PPV fights for $449.99 or $44.99 per month.
In the UK and Ireland, the PPV is priced at £24.99 and no DAZN subscription is required to purchase the event, although monthly subscription options start at around £15.99. ESPN’s preview also features it as available via DAZN’s monthly flex pass at £25.99 or the annual super saver at £119.99.
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In the United States, the broadcast is done through DAZN PPV starting at 1 pm ET. The DAZN app works on smart TVs, phones, tablets, streaming devices, game consoles, and browsers. International viewers in DAZN territories should check their local listings for region-specific pricing and start times.
What’s at stake in Co-op Live?
For Wardley, this is his first defense after being elevated to WBO absolute champion in November 2025, when Oleksandr Usyk vacated rather than face him as a mandatory. The Ipswich heavyweight took the WBO interim title with an 11th round TKO of Joseph Parker last October and now puts his unbeaten record on the line against arguably the most dangerous puncher he has ever faced.
For Dubois, this is the chance to become a two-time world heavyweight champion in the same year Usyk knocked him out in their July rematch at Wembley. A victory changes the pecking order of British heavyweights overnight and is likely to establish a path of unification.
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Both men are reading from the same script: Neither has fought to the final bell more than once in their careers, which is why Saturday’s outcome will most likely come in flashes, not on the scorecards. For more insight into the bigger heavyweight picture, Tyson Fury’s recent comeback victory sets up a lot of overlap with the winner of this fight.
This article was originally published on Forbes.com.