Anthony Joshua: I’ll Beat Oleksandr Usyk Without a Trainer

Published 02/04/2022, 10:00 AM EST

Months of chaos in the heavyweight division ended last week. Finally, the rematch between former unified champ Anthony Joshua and reigning champion, Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk, received a green light in a purse bid. Probably, the fight will take place in April but the date and venue has not been confirmed as yet. Moreover, it ended the boxing speculations of the Usyk vs Fury fight.

Prior to the much-awaited showdown, renowned boxing promoter Eddie Hearn gave inside looks on the high-profile rematch.

Eddie Hearn brought his interaction with AJ on the surface subsequent to his loss against Usyk in the first match. Notably, Eddie said, “That’s the fight AJ wanted. When I sat down with him about step-aside, he just said I’ll beat Usyk.”

Article continues below this ad

Eddie Hearn on Oleksandr Usyk vs Anthony Joshua II: "That's the fight AJ wanted. When I sat down with him about step-aside, he just said, 'I'll beat Usyk.' I said, 'You haven't started working with your new trainer yet.' He said, 'I'll beat him without a trainer.'" [@MMAFighting]
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) February 2, 2022

AJ’s promoter, Hearn further added, “I said, ‘You haven’t started working with your new trainer yet.’ He said, ‘I’ll beat him without a trainer.'”

How Mike Tyson Inspired Julia Garner’s Acting in Ozark

However, this is not the first time when Joshua is ready to take a shot in a rematch after a loss. Earlier, he had outboxed Andy Ruiz Jr. in the rematch rumble after getting thrashed in the first battle.

Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk: Previous fight

The first epic bout was scheduled for September 25th, 2021, at Tottenham Hotspur stadium in London. Oleksandr Usyk stepped inside the ring as a heavy underdog, challenging the unified title against champion Anthony Joshua.

Article continues below this ad

In the initial rounds, both fighters exchanged straight leather. However, Usyk’s jab kept Joshua at a distance. As rounds went deeper, ‘The Cat’ as a heavyweight showcased great footwork and smooth head movement like a middleweight pugilist. Moreover, Joshua made a good comeback in the 9th round with a heavy body shot that pushed Usyk on the ropes.

Watch this Story- Andy Ruiz Jr. vs Anthony Joshua Rematch shots

Article continues below this ad

However, until the 11th round, Joshua was drained. This cost him the bout as Usyk finished the last round with sheer dominance and crowned himself with the unified heavyweight title. Notably, according to the contract, AJ got a second chance to claim back his throne.

Who do you think will win the rematch? Let us know in the comments below.

SHARE THIS ARTICLE :

Written by:

Abhishek Singh is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. Following the completion of his training as an amateur boxer, he is currently preparing to appear for trials at the state and national levels. With over 3 years of experience in playing the sport, Abhishek is also the holder of a Bachelor's in Arts degree from the University of Delhi.

Anthony Joshua: I’ll Beat Oleksandr Usyk Without a Trainer

Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk: Previous fight

Trending

Ryan Garcia Sums Up Jake Paul’s Strategy for Mike Tyson Fight in Two Words

“Referee Saved Fury”: Oscar De La Hoya, Jon Jones, and Others Stunned as Oleksandr Usyk Upsets Tyson Fury In Historic Undisputed Fight

Floyd Mayweather Finally Breaks Silence on ‘Stuck in Dubai’ Rumors Peddled by Gervonta Davis

After Comparing Mike Tyson to a ‘Snake,’ Evander Holyfield Warns Jake Paul: “Everybody Gets Knocked Out Going Backwards”

In Fear for His Life, Fans Blame Oleksandr Usyk for Tyson Fury’s ‘Happy New Year’ Debacle: “Has to Be the Damage From Round 9”