Daniel Dubois out of world title defence against Joseph Parker due to illness

The Briton was set to put his title on the line for the first time since knocking out Anthony Joshua at Wembley in September

Daniel Dubois had been taken ill in Saudi Arabia. Pic: Bradley Collyer/PA

Daniel Dubois’ IBF heavyweight showdown against Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia on Saturday is off after the British champion was taken ill, with Congolese fighter Martin Bakole drafted in as a late replacement.

Dubois was set to put his title on the line for the first time since knocking out Anthony Joshua at Wembley in September against New Zealander Parker in Riyadh.