Daniel Dubois' trainer denies injury rumours ahead of showdown with Anthony Joshua at Wembley

As the countdown continues to Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium in London, rumours have been circulating around a hand injury sustained by the champion - however, these rumours have been comprehensively denied by members of Dubois’ team.

There have also been rumours that Dubois’ trainer, Don Charles, will not be present in his corner tonight - these rumblings have also been put to bed. Despite this, Charles was not present at the open workout and missed a press conference as he is suffering from a cold.

Dubois’ assistant trainer, Kieran Farrell, said in an interview with Sky Sports: “Daniel has no injury to his right hand - he's injured my hands with the power of his shots!”

Charles’ son George Fox, who is also part of Dubois’ coaching set-up, joined in on quashing the rumours and mused: “No secret, no ploy, no plan to unsettle anyone.”

During Wednesday’s live workout session in the build up to the fight, Dubois said: “I’m going through the motions and just building up my energy for Saturday. I know I need to go to another level at my very best. I can’t wait for the challenge on Saturday. I’m ready to fight, let’s go. I’ve just worked hard in the gym. I’ve suffered and worked really hard for weeks and months so I’m just ready to fight now.”

Dubois’ opponent, Joshua, said: “I feel like I'm in the ring ready for my fight as well. It feels good. Canvas feels good. Size is good. I just need to get my wraps on and my gloves and I could fight today. There's no emotion. No emotions. I'm just here. I'm just here.”

The fight between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois is expected to take place at around 11pm on Saturday evening - it will be broadcasted live on Sky Sports, DAZN and TNT Sports.