Joshua-Dubois Fight Could Break The Wembley Boxing Record

The upcoming heavyweight showdown between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois on September 21st at Wembley Stadium is shaping up to be a landmark event, with the potential to break the Wembley boxing record for attendance. Expectations are high that the fight could surpass the current record of 94,000 set by Tyson Fury’s 2022 bout against Dillian Whyte.

Joshua (26-3, 24 KOs) is set to return to Wembley for the first time since defeating Alexander Povetkin in 2018 and will mark his third time headlining the iconic stadium. The 34-year-old’s popularity, combined with the growing respect for Dubois (19-1, 18 KOs), who has quickly risen through the heavyweight ranks, has fuelled anticipation for the fight.

Promoter Eddie Hearn expressed confidence in breaking the previous Wembley boxing record, stating, “There is huge demand for this fight. Joshua is still a massive draw, and with Dubois stepping up, we believe we could see numbers that rival or even exceed the 2017 event.” The 2017 event is of course AJ’s first Wembley Stadium headline event against Wladimir Klitschko, who he defeated in a thrilling 11-round blockbuster.

Past Records For The Wembley Boxing Record for Attendance

Tyson Fury’s victory over Dillian Whyte drew in 94,000 fans, narrowly setting the Wembley boxing record after AJ vs Klitschko’s audience of 90,000. Fury vs Whyte was notably held in a slightly different configuration of the Wembley Stadium.

With an application for a capacity extension being recently granted, allowing up to 96,000 fans in the stadium in September, the goal is clear – AJ vs Daniel Dubois may well surpass Fury v Whyte’s attendance record and become the highest attendance at a British boxing event, setting a new standard for future bouts.

Ticket Demand for Joshua vs Dubois

Anthony Joshua remains one of the biggest names in boxing, and his return to Wembley adds a layer of nostalgia for fans. Daniel Dubois, known for his knockout power and aggressive style, is fast becoming a fan favorite with wins over Filip Hrgovic and Jarrell Miller, and his challenge against Joshua is seen as a passing-of-the-torch moment in British boxing. The unique combination of Joshua’s established fan base and Dubois’ emerging popularity is driving ticket sales to unprecedented levels.

Reaching 90,000 and Beyond

To achieve record-breaking attendance, organizers have adjusted the stadium’s configuration to maximize seating. Additionally, with ticket prices ranging from £50 to £800, there is broad accessibility for fans of all economic backgrounds. Hearn added, “We are leaving no stone unturned to make sure we reach that magical number of 90,000 and beyond.”

With a stacked undercard featuring Tyler Denny vs Hamzah Sheeraz, Liam Smith vs Josh Kelly, Willy Hutchinson vs Joshua Buatsi, and Josh Warrington vs Anthony Cacace, it’s highly possible this event sees attendance that may break the Wembley boxing record.

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