TEARY-EYED Don Charles “I Wish It Wasn’t Him” on BITTERSWEET KNOCKOUT of Joshua vs Daniel Dubois

In this emotional and candid interview, Radio Rahim sits down with legendary boxing trainer Don Charles just hours after Daniel Dubois' shocking knockout of Anthony Joshua. Don Charles opens up about the deep connections he's formed over the years with both fighters and the personal struggles he faced in the lead-up to the fight.
Highlights:
Don shares how his relationship with Joshua dates back to the early days of Anthony’s career.
He talks about the heavy emotional weight of coaching Dubois, who ultimately became the man to stop Joshua.
Insights into the stress, illness, and prayer that played a role in Don’s preparation for this career-defining moment.
Reflections on the magnitude of the fight and its lasting impact on British boxing.
Discussion on the mental and physical challenges of building up to such a historic fight.
If you're a fan of boxing, this is a must-watch interview filled with raw emotions, behind-the-scenes stories, and insights into the life of a top trainer.
Watch until the end to hear Don Charles reflect on his journey, his faith, and how he feels about the future of Daniel Dubois.
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Catch the post-fight press conference here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/npq5mKmIfM2AkKMsi=yOV3ya264VUu965F Watch Anthony Joshua’s chat with Radio Rahim right here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nKeQaJSnoZyia80si=BQ-rNhoT45QIgXT_ And don’t forget to hit subscribe and like this video-trust me, it’s better than taking a punch from Dubois!

[@mortalmenboxuk8919]

Who wins in the rematch of dubois v joshua 2

[@neelante]

​@@mortalmenboxuk8919think we all know

[@Dresstosweatdottv]

Timestamps pls

[@Anthony-je7dn]

The passion in Don’s voice about how AJ’s trainer and camp didn’t work on the basics of defending gave me chills!!! He’s genuinely upset about how AJ looked in that fight to a certain extent and degree 🙏🏽

[@nofearofwater]

Never seen AJs defence so open Daniel couldn’t miss if he tried, he looked so off and weak. Even AJ after Ruiz in the rematch he looked weak but was super defensively sound, I don’t get it.

[@TheLeylander]

I agree but surely AJ with his experience didn't need to be told his defence requirements in this fight

[@marcust123]

Even joyce would beat this new aj ben davison is a disgrace he learnt aj nothing

[@thedon3071]

I believe that first big hit Joshua took just took everything out of him Common sense and his basic boxing fundamentals He was fighting on heart and nothing else He was over confident in my opinion and knew Dubois was gna lapse in concentration defensively sooner or later and once he got to land his big hit on Daniel it would be game over Didn’t go that way bcus ddd demolished him in the end All credit to Dubois he made Joshua look that bad

[@ahmedsalah5364]

Big difference getting hit by wallin and Dubois the moment Joshua felt Dubois power he was spooked and scared he ain’t felt power like that in years

[@adrianvarona5834]

Radio Rahim, some of the best interviews in boxing!

[@abdim2580]

I’ve been saying THIS for a hot minute!

[@HBFREEWORLD]

Congrats Don - You did a fantastic job with Daniel D .

[@JTMsound]

Shoutout to everyone watching this before or after church this morning ! The devil is a liar ! GOD IS GREAT !

[@Anthony-je7dn]

Love this man Don Charles. A man of heavy wisdom and massive faith 🙏🏽

[@HermesTTT]

“They spooked Joshua out, by over studying us.” - Don Charles. That bar was deep!

[@Stevenbutterworth1992]

Not sure what’s happened with Don Charles and Team Dubois but Don Charles deserves so much credit man. He’s turned Dubois into that guy, by any means necessary! He’s drilled into Dubois psyche and elevated Dubois

[@healthymindhealthybody9324]

It's so weird, even in the build up videos, Dubois gives no credit to Don Charles. Seems like a lack of class on Dubois part

[@stephenlamley541]

​@@healthymindhealthybody9324his age I didn't know my srse from my head at 27.

[@stephenlamley541]

Exactly

[@nofearofwater]

Yep he turned Dubois from a guy who’d give up on himself to a guy who has the heart of a lion really

[@brianbennett8131]

Io​@@healthymindhealthybody9324

[@coinkidink9997]

Don charles finally has his first World Champion Boxer in his stable! Congratulations, it's been a long time coming.

[@WilliamMorgan-d9h]

This interview was really needed. I like Don Charles. He is Underrated

[@PK-yd1to]

Mr. Rahim, I never comment on You tube however a truly great interview. Mr. Don Charles you are a true legend and gentleman. God bless you! & the truth always prevails over falsehood.

[@presidentbrush5412]

Don not being at the post presser for the biggest night of his life stinks

[@whereis99]

not usually one to over analyse but i feel like theres an issue in camp. Dubois never even thanked Charles publicly too.. and i know theres some turmoil with his Younger sister too who left Don Charles

[@ronaldfinch7420]

The interview I’ve been waiting for. Absolutely magnificent Don well done.

[@Joseph-oc7rq]

The question is that. Why Daniel didn't mention Don's name after the event press conference? Something in not wright between Don and Daniel. Tell us the truth

[@clikclikboom123]

Do you really think that besides boxing Daniel has the brain cells anything else let alone beef and feuds?

[@jackbateman6331]

Not once had Daniel Dubious has given Don his credit

[@johnjr5592]

Talking crap, following the narrative of hate. I heard dubois say yesterday

[@dopemusictv9185]

​@johnjr5592 let these little fan boys have it, their god joshua got killed last night

[@MrTopsy007]

The Don Charles and great man Radio Raheem. Well done brothers

[@fessybear]

I'm a big fan of Dubois, he's genuine young hungry and exciting boxer. The only thing I dislike, he never mentions Don by name to give him credit, the guys done an incredible job in 18 months with him!

[@thedon3071]

Tbf it wasn’t don charles that inspired him to go through big baby miller It wasn’t u til Frank warren dragged his dad into the corner to shout instructions and get him fired up that Daniel started fighting with fire So maybe that’s why. Maybe that’s a lack of respect from Daniel’s dad towards don chsrles Who knows But don hasn’t been around ddd for long enough to get credit in my opinion

[@lukebullen705]

​@thedon3071 what utter nonsense. A big part of Dubois turnaround is Charles. No coincidence that since they've partnered Dubois has became a completely different fighter. What an arrogant thing to say dismissing the impact Charles has made

[@thedon3071]

@@lukebullen705 okay was it don charles that inspired ddd to beat baby miller Yes or no?

[@thedon3071]

@@lukebullen705 or did ddd actually start fighting when his dad was brought ring side screaming at him ? Let me know the answer yea

[@thomasclark21]

Congrats Don, all your efforts paid off. You reached the pinnacle of the sport.

[@jeremycarson8966]

Dubois took away Charles moment. Well done Don Charles the boxing community love and respect you.

[@Jasons-page2003]

Duboi has yet to thank this man publicly, he just talks about his Dad

[@johnjr5592]

Bollocks. He has multiple times and will continue to

[@JimJones-d7j]

good, his dads the one

[@Tomtomjameson]

"The devil is a lier" Thanks for revealing that quote to me Don, I hope it helps

[@JohnDoe-iq9bz]

Don Charles is like a proud father.

[@missringside2699]

Big up Don Charles , well done sir. Humble and deserves so much more credit. An attitude of gratitude would have been nice from Team Dubois. Not even a simple thank you 🙏🏽

[@alexanderhughes4728]

Don Charles is a real guy. Very respectable man congratulations on your accomplishments big man.

[@rickyeiles6618]

Don is the man. Danial do not let the family interfere with your progress. Stay with the coach instructions. Well done mate. 🥊🥊🥊🥊

[@ChrisBlackstock-fn6wc]

Don Charles humble guy u turned ddd into a champion big ratings

[@Domzydomz]

Please do another interview with Don Charles and get the full story/history with him and AJ it needs to be told.

[@That_Niggaa]

In all interview I never hear Daniel ever mention or give credit to Don he always mention his Dad

[@trevjordan5460]

Congrats to Don

[@TonyTony-gj8to]

Don is the man! Congratulations on the victory. Mr Dubois was laser focused... brilliant tactics!

[@macklee6837]

You've been doing brilliantly, TO THIS DAY!

[@francisolojo1351]

Don you are the man. Never used to be a fan. I give you the highest regard Sir Charles

[@brandyman32]

Well Done Don,deserve all the praise that comes your way.

[@Craig.229]

Don is such a class act, he still sounds poorly. I hope he starts to get the credit he deserves

[@raskolnikov6972]

And the little snake Daniel not giving him his credits

[@elmztana1201]

No he mentioned his coaching team not don Charles by name . His fathers name was dragged through the mud. As a hanger on trying to love through his son . But his father suggested don in the first place.

[@s.t3315]

He hasn't giving him credit anything

[@neelante]

No he didn't he didnt want him Spence advised him, then he wanted to sack Don.​@elmztana1201

[@wezist]

Yeah, I think Dan is on the spectrum tho so the things he says don't always come across to well... He is obsessed with his father's approval and seems very childlike... Don has done a fantastic job and I'm sure he understands....

[@retroafro1]

​@wezist yeah DDD isnt a malicious human being, the whole father's approval etc...I think his dad has been there throughout his whole life and if Dan is on the spectrum etc there will be things like his dad truely feeling like his crutch in life. I like Dan, I like his team...he is a fighter at the end of the day, we don't need loads of deep, charismatic chitchat all the time...AJs philosophical side, ruined him...over thought everything to an extreme the last several yrs. DDD seems resilient by not being marketed as the best specimen of a man there is...he takes his loses and learns from them as his ego is in check

[@b1h2u3p4]

Don Charles is the man! Props to his hard work and masterful game plan.

[@shug3481]

A lovely man God bless you Don Charles.❤

[@michaelpaulpadillamdacgrou7904]

Don Charles is a complete Trainer and Gentleman!

[@EightFrancs]

Huge respect to Don Charles. 👊🏿

[@ZaheerAbbasKhan]

Don is such a genuine person! Hoping Don and Daniel can continue having the winning streak 🙏

[@missringside2699]

RR big up yourself for this exclusive interview

[@skooliganwtf5592]

What a great being. God bless you. You to Mr RR

[@user-hq5ig9ir2e]

Love Don. He’s such a nice guy. Legend in UK boxing as well. Well done mate as you’re the keystone of the Dubois team and you deserve this as much as Daniel. Peace and love.

[@007therealjamesbond]

I love Don, great man and great trainer. He took Chisora as far as he could. Glad he has Debois now to see how far he can go.

[@AgallahTheDon]

Don Charles Get Well please And Take ya Time on you Right Now you exerted alot of training we need you out here brother love your love for god and my brother get stronger ameen

[@Zedaso]

Wait Don Charles is 60+? Doesn't look it at all, and he's very strong and fit looking at training footage.

[@johnjr5592]

Now that is how you do an interview ❤ 👏🏻

[@ironsharpensiron2895]

Daniel doesn’t even thank him. Something is off.

[@scribble3478]

Don is a good man and a world champion trainer.

[@dianaratcliffe9596]

Don charles 💯respect!

[@daypackdude6339]

Well done radio Rahem, Great interview 👏👏👏

[@MrSkePticaL123]

I cannot fathom how Don is 63 years old

[@mauriceoflaherty3512]

Fantastic interview great insight. Big well done.

[@nolimits6797]

This guy doesn’t get enough credit

[@mranderson3564]

Don is the Don!! A proper gentleman. I'm happy to see him on top.

[@marleywills2160]

Don is the don. Very intelligent man and comes across a good bloke

[@ziikobon642]

Great interview Rahim. Don Charles boxer trainer of 2024.

[@gruunt4064]

would love to see Raduo interview Daniels father, a great character and would give you the idea why Daniel has the relationship he does with the father

[@IronsRM3]

Buzzing for Don. What a guy.

[@Jakedegaye]

Great interview!!

[@tylermoore4429]

Don's is the deepest voice I have ever heard.

[@skillspaybillsboxing9637]

Don you deserve this moment, mate. Enjoy!

[@mranderson3564]

Brilliant interview

[@JamieBBall]

In 40+ years of watching boxing Daniel winning last nights up there.for me ... Get up! 🙏

[@beachlife2968]

I saw reminiscence of Mike Tyson in Dubois for that fight. From the ring walk, dressed in black with poncho. In the ring the way he hunted AJ down with controlled aggression.

[@ZaydDepaor]

I predicted it, but I was screaming the apartment block down from the beginning....I was ecstatic, not because of hating Joshua, as I don't, but because I really like Dubois and Don Charles and I can't stand the mouthy, ignorant fans who were putting them both down.

[@7reload777]

Big up Juju man Charles 🙏🏾

[@powertrioagency5795]

Congratulations Don Charles!💯👏

[@shmuproom1293]

Dubois never mentioned don once after the match!shame on him

[@sos1474]

Great interview

[@VPNAnonymous]

Great interview RR.

[@ecw787]

Frank understands boxing better than most. He can read fights pretty well. He stood by Dubois through thick and thin. Eddie however signed Montana Love thinking he was going to be the face of American boxing.

[@jero0428]

This have nothing to do with Frank, frank is a money man, what this conversation is on about is deeper than you have understand of..

[@red-uk5vv]

Well done DON! God bless you mate

[@stephenlamley541]

AJ not turning up aside what a game plan perfect flustered him enough to get the job done.

[@johnleech777]

Have a horrible feeling Eddie will ask for the famous match room replay . Please no . AJ needs to call it a day and continue with his great charity work. There’s no coming back from a bad defeat , down five times in five rounds . Nearly lost in one round , bell saved him in round 2. That’s a crushing defeat

[@jamaaldaynitelong8367]

Yeah that's tough but true...Too old, too under motivated.

[@danielosarobo4335]

Dubois never gave Don any credit

[@TheMku147]

Debois has never given Don Charles any credit even after the fight. Seems his father has a trauma bond over Daniel.

[@cmg07734]

God bless the Don 🙌

[@lifestylelifestyle5471]

Big up Don Charles,finally got what you deserve....WORLD CHAMPION.Upmost respect to you.💯

[@MrPerth97]

Dubois only mentions his dad, never don and never makes eye contact with don

[@skooliganwtf5592]

Interesting

[@lukefoster6122]

Great interview.. 😂❤

[@olubusayo]

DON CHARLES is a class act. Deserves to be trainer of the year. For too long has gone unrecognised.

[@GregM-ws4hq]

A motivated 27-year-old showed an unfocused 34-year-old life's realities.

[@shaygee2242]

WELL DONE SIR 🎉 DON YOU BRIGN BOXING BK TO LIFE THANK YOU BOSS 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

[@g-man4297]

There are and will be many more interviews since this fight, I have seen a few but this was the best hands down, I know Don Charles isn't looking for pat's on the back but he deserves all the credit given for what he has went on to achieve with a boxer many thought was a no hope quitter after Joyce and Usyk incredible story in a sport of incredible storys, I picked AJ to win by KO, but I'm very happy to have been proved wrong, huge respect to Don and his team, the King Slayer as arrived.

[@gredax]

"I'm not a madman" "Just chant loudly that the devil is a liar"

[@livingtoservegod4662]

Don is the man! Time to train someone that appreciates you.

[@dg8696]

Big up don Charles top fella

[@itsirrelephantman]

People underestimate how useful being able to wrestle is in boxing. A boxer who can wrestle has an advantage over a boxer who can't. Joshua has always been terrible at that part of it, he gives up his kneck and leaves himself open to being bullied in the clinch.

[@toyindipo]

Ben has turned Aj into a Wilder

[@harv2796]

Well done Don. 🙏🏾🔥

[@aavdevelops1615]

Well done 👏don

[@TheBeakyBlinders8893]

Made up for Don, he's a great servant to boxing and a UK national treasure.

[@anthonyheathcote1932]

its on you that don what a achievement

[@S1REAL1]

Ben Davidson probably still working for fury. I could never trust using one of my ops trainers. Anyway Joshua gona go back to his mansion. He’s still winning in life so he should just retire look after family 🙏🏾

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

Cant blame davidson if joshua didnt listen to his tactics.

[@S1REAL1]

@@jokerfleckcast3196 I said you can’t trust him. He’s a cheat cz he was with fury when fury was cheating. So u can’t trust someone like that he could still be working for fury. Like a double agent. Boxing is a sport. But like war. The British team wouldn’t employ the old Russian coach to coach their team. Joshua should just hang up da gloves let the young boys take over he’s made his money

[@jokerfleckcast3196]

@@S1REAL1 ben davidson did a funny rabbit jump when going into the ring after joshua was on the floor

[@S1REAL1]

@@jokerfleckcast3196 🤣 probably went to the pub with fury and the boys after to celebrate

[@jackstrop7520]

pleased for don about time he got his flowers!!

[@justiceequalspeace]

It has to be said that Don Charles has done a better job on Daniel Dubois then Ben Davison did with Anthony Joshua. Plus Don Charles appears to be a decent God-fearing man. Still not sure about the behind the scenes shenanigans between Daniel Dubois' father and Don Charles and his pre-fight and post fight absence. Whatever there may be, I hope it is resolved for the benefit of Daniel Dubois.

[@jero0428]

Absolutely but we all know why Don would never be given the credit he deserves. Lets see if Ben would get the same criticism that Joshua previous coach got... Answer is not. Ben is their golden boy... There own proportions of credit in a successful journey

[@jero0428]

Let's see if Ben get the same criticism that AJ previous coach got. Of course, if wouldn't he is their golden boy but as Don said... He is a KZbin coach

[@justiceequalspeace]

@@jero0428 To be fare to Ben Davison did say that whereas he had been credited for AJ's recent wins, he should equally be held to account for his share in this loss.

[@jero0428]

@@justiceequalspeace I'm not doubting Ben credibility, it's all the fans, press and so called boxing experts. They were the one with the loudest criticism of AJ previous coaches

[@Correction294]

Shame on Dubois for not giving credit to this man.

[@TetragrammatonPriest]

Boxing is a Martial Art. No room for trying to look the part and not be it

[@jamaaldaynitelong8367]

Amen

[@ThomasField-t8i]

Eddie Hearn softened Joshua up over the years. I have been saying it for three years now. Took away his hunger. Boxing is a dangerous sport to participate in if you lose the hunger.

[@jaw554]

Respect Don!🎉

[@desperadof9032]

Theyve spent the night together and woke up and done an interview 😂