Sutton's predictions v boxer & Ipswich fan Fabio Wardley
Retold by Oddsrama · 15 October 2026
Chris Sutton is back with his Premier League predictions for the week, and this time he's facing off against Fabio Wardley, the former heavyweight boxing champion and devoted Ipswich Town supporter. Wardley is preparing for a rematch against Daniel Dubois at London's O2 Arena on Saturday—a chance to reclaim the WBO title he lost in May when Dubois stopped him in the 11th round. The fight will air live on DAZN and BBC Radio 5 Live. As for the predictions clash, Sutton was quick with the banter, joking that Wardley has a better chance against Dubois than against him, given the boxer's Ipswich roots.
The focus naturally shifts to Ipswich's remarkable season so far. After being promoted to the Premier League this term, the Tractor Boys have already matched the three wins they managed in their entire first nineteen matches during their last top-flight campaign. Now sitting on three victories from six games, Ipswich are making a real statement. Wardley, who's managed to attend a couple of matches despite his intense boxing camp, witnessed two of those wins firsthand—both secured by dramatic last-minute goals. Jack Clarke's stoppage-time winner against Sunderland and a two-goal burst in added time against Fulham showed the resilience and character this new-look squad possesses under manager Gary O'Neil.
Wardley's assessment of Ipswich's summer rebuild has been overwhelmingly positive. The club brought in several game-changing players to help them cope with Premier League football, and the early results suggest the gamble is paying off. For betting purposes, Ipswich's form and their ability to grind out late winners makes them an intriguing play in matches where they're underdogs—their character under pressure could prove valuable when odds favour their opponents. Whether Wardley and Sutton agree on their predictions for this week's fixtures remains to be seen, but one thing's clear: Ipswich have already exceeded expectations.
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