“It’s Juggernaut Time”: Rising Heavyweight Prospect Feels Ready to “Collect the Belts”, Open to Fight Tyson Fury’s Former Opponent
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Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk are all set to fight in a rematch on August 20, 2022. Many believe this fight will be the deciding factor in Tyson Fury’s claim to stay retired or return to the ring. While fans of heavyweight boxing rest their uttermost gaze on the current heavyweight drama concerning Joshua, Usyk, and Fury; Joe Joyce expresses his willingness to fight for a world title.
Following his stunning victory over Christian Hammer, BT Sport Boxing caught up with heavyweight contender Joe Joyce. On being informed about the current scenario of heavyweight boxing, and asked about his next possible fight, the following is what Joyce told:
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“Next year, maybe there’s gonna be some belts available because they can’t be held for so long. So I’m here, I’m ready, I’m number one. I’m ready to collect the belts when they’re there and fight whoever for them.”
The interviewer further asked Joyce if he would be interested in fighting Tyson Fury‘s recent rival, Dillian Whyte. In response, here is what Joyce revealed.
“It’s Juggernaut time”: Joe Joyce does not see a reason he should not fight Whyte
Tyson Fury’s last fight with Dillian Whyte marked the introduction of the greatest event in the history of British boxing. Although a significant many favored Tyson Fury, considering Whyte had trained with ‘The Gypsy King’ and had himself even been a two-time WBC interim heavyweight champion, The Body Snatcher built a sense of anticipation.
When the BT Sport Boxing’s correspondent inquired about Joyce’s interest in fighting Whyte, this is what ‘Juggernaut’ said:
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“Yeah, why not? If he wants to fight me, I’m here. I’m here ready and waiting. It’s juggernaut time.”
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Fury is yet to announce his return. Therefore, considering Joyce wants a title fight, let us see him in comparison with the likes of Joshua and Usyk.
Joyce against Usyk and Joshua
Under ESPN’s divisional ranking [heavyweight], Joe Joyce ranks 9th whereas Usyk and Joshua respectively rank 2nd and 4th. Where Joshua and Usyk respectively have records of 24-2 and 19-0, Joyce also stands undefeated with 14 wins from 14 fights.
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It is a question if Joshua will avenge his second loss in professional boxing. If Usyk retains his championship belts against Joshua this coming August, it is likely that fans will see an Usyk vs. Joyce matchup in the future.
Edited by:
Ajinkya Aswale