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Tyson Fury Offers to Help Rival Joe Joyce in Avenging His Only Loss

Published Jul 1, 2023 | 5:54 AM EDT

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As we witness unpredictable jabs within the boxing ring, the drama outside can often prove to be even more astonishing. This tale of unexpected camaraderie unfolds in the aftermath of a memorable match.

In the high-stakes world of Heavyweight boxing, British titan Joe Joyce, also known as the “Juggernaut“, encountered an unexpected defeat at the hands of China’s skilled fighter, Zhilei Zhang. An eagerly anticipated clash abruptly ended when Joyce, following a debilitating blow to his right eye, was deemed unfit to continue the bout by a ringside doctor.

This incident marked the first professional loss for Joyce, adding an unexpected twist to his hitherto unbeaten career. Now, as the world waits with bated breath for the rematch, a startling offer has emerged from none other than fellow British Heavyweight and renowned boxer, Tyson Fury. What could the ‘Gypsy King‘ possibly have to offer Joyce? This unanticipated turn of events is sure to grab your attention!

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Tyson Fury makes an unexpected offer

Tyson Fury, renowned as the ‘Gypsy King‘, surprised the boxing world when he offered to assist ‘Juggernaut’ in his preparation for the upcoming rematch against Zhilei Zhang. In a candid Instagram story, Fury extended an invitation to Joyce for a sparring session, proposing it as an opportunity to improve his chances against Zhang.

Fury stated, “Hi guys, this is a message to big Joe Joyce. Joe, I saw you’ve got the Zhang fight coming up again, if you want some proper southpaw sparring from someone who’s bigger, fatter, quicker, harder puncher, everything than Zhang, then please come up to Morecambe and do some sparring with me. It can only improve it, it will make it better and trust me on this, I’ve got a secret for you and I know how to beat that Zhang.”

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Further igniting, Fury also hinted at having a specific strategy to defeat Zhang. He added, “Chop him down like an old oak tree. The offer is there Joe, get yourself down to Morecambe Bay and do as many rounds as you want with myself.” And in his classic sardonic style, Fury ended the proposition by saying, “I won’t charge a lot, just £100k a round.”

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As we gear up for the much-anticipated bout, one can’t help but wonder how this extraordinary alliance will shape the future of Heavyweight boxing. Will Joyce accept Fury’s unusual offer? And could Fury’s secret strategy indeed be the key to Joyce’s redemption against Zhang? As we eagerly await the answers, the ring promises to deliver yet another round of compelling drama.

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Mrinal Mishra is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who is dedicated to covering live events with a special emphasis on influencer boxing events. With a focus on storytelling, Mishra strives to bring to light the stories of fighters that often go untold. As a big fan of Mike Tyson, Mishra believes that boxing will remain relevant for eternity, and he is committed to covering the sport with the respect and admiration it deserves.
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