The British boxer will defend his IBF heavyweight world title against Joshua at Wembley Stadium later this month and is confident that he can overcome the odds to defeat his more decorated opponent.

Dubois told talkSPORT: "I can't wait it is all written in the stars for me and I have to hold on to my belt.

"I want to put on a show that no-one will forget. I am just staying in my lane at the moment.

"I'm just sharpening up my tools, I need to hold on to my belt. On the night I'm just ready to fight and go to war.

"I just believe it is my time now, it is all on the line for me and it is time to shine.

"It is my time to steal the show and reign for a long time. I'm ready to fight on the night, and ready to hear that first bell."

Dubois became IBF world champion when Oleksandr Usyk vacated the belt in preparation for his rematch against Tyson Fury later this year but is seeking to become a "legit" world title holder by defeating Joshua.

Dubois told Sky Sports News: "I'm the underdog because I have to prove myself and beating him and winning this next fight will set me as a legit champion. I'm raring to go. This is everything. The big opportunity."

The fighter is looking to come on top against the former world champion by any means necessary but thinks that knocking his rival out would be the ultimate triumph.

Dubois said: "Win by any means necessary but a stoppage is definitely what I'm after, a good stoppage and a statement victory, that's what I'm all about.

"Very confident, very sure and happy and ready to do the business. I'm just raring to go.

"Every day I'm working towards it leaving no stone unturned. Just work, work, work and victory is definite."