Anthony Joshua could not have a world title round his waist, however he’s undoubtedly considered one of boxing’s greatest heavyweight stars.
On Saturday, September 21, the Watford, England native returns to the squared circle for a troublesome take a look at when he challenges reigning IBF heavyweight world champion Daniel Dubois contained in the legendary Wembley Stadium in London, England. Practically 100,000 followers are anticipated to prove to see Joshua throw arms with ‘Dynamite’ in one of the anticipated headliners of the 12 months.
Joshua goes into the bout having received 4 straight, together with a vicious second-round knockout of former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in March.
Anthony Joshua feeling blessed to be again within the boxing highlight
He’ll look to increase that streak to 5 and turn out to be a world titleholder for the third time in his illustrious profession. However past that, Joshua goals to convey the once-celebrated division out of the darkish ages and make it the game’s premiere weight class
“It could occur in quite a lot of methods,” Joshua advised ESPN. “I’m not relying on punch energy; it takes much more to be an awesome fighter. I’ll break him down with my spirit. I confirmed Daniel and his complete staff the respect they deserve via my coaching camp and that’s going to place me in good stead. I’m powerful, so is he. Could the most effective man win. Good luck to him and his staff.
“One factor when first I began boxing is, I needed to convey the heavyweight division again alive within the U.Okay. So properly accomplished to everybody right here as properly. What a blessing to be again once more… we’re able to rock and roll. I’m in supreme situation bodily and mentally. I’ve been watching a number of the outdated fights as properly to remind myself what I’m able to” (h/t MMA Mania).
Total, Joshua is 28-3 in his skilled boxing profession with 25 of his wins coming by the use of knockout.