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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – DECEMBER 03: Anthony Joshua looks on ahead of the IBF, WBA, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight Title Fight between Andy Ruiz Jr and Anthony Joshua during the Clash On The Dunes Public Work Out at Public at the Investment Fund office complex on December 03, 2019 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – DECEMBER 03: Anthony Joshua looks on ahead of the IBF, WBA, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight Title Fight between Andy Ruiz Jr and Anthony Joshua during the Clash On The Dunes Public Work Out at Public at the Investment Fund office complex on December 03, 2019 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)
What if a top contender stands unfazed by an upcoming colossal bout? Anthony Joshua, a name synonymous with heavyweight glory, offers a surprising take on the Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk fight. Known for his explosive knockouts and dramatic comeback, Joshua’s latest comments are unexpectedly nonchalant.
As the boxing world buzzes with predictions and analysis, does Joshua’s indifference hint at a deeper strategy or a simple disinterest? Why does this showdown between Titans not rattle him?
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Anthony Joshua stays stoic
Anthony Joshua, fresh from a thrashing victory over Otto Wallin, recently expressed his thoughts in a remarkably calm manner regarding the high-profile clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. “In terms of how it goes, it doesn’t affect my life, in a way. I’m not like one of those fans that starts crying because someone won or lost. It is what it is. Tomorrow comes around. Good luck to both of them,” Joshua told Sky Sports. This statement stands in stark contrast to the usual intensity surrounding such matches.
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Moreover, the outcome of Joshua’s own upcoming bout against Francis Ngannou carries significant implications. Scheduled for March 8 in Saudi Arabia, this fight is not just a personal challenge for Joshua but also a crucial step in the heavyweight hierarchy. Importantly, the winner of Joshua vs Ngannou may go on to face the victor of the Fury vs Usyk fight. This sequence of events is shaping up to be a defining moment in heavyweight boxing, potentially unifying the titles under a single undisputed champion for the first time in the four-belt era.
Despite the magnitude of these events, Joshua’s composed approach marks a refreshing change in a sport often dominated by hyperbolic statements and intense rivalries. His focus seems firmly rooted in his own journey and performance, rather than getting entangled in the hype of other fights.
In the lead-up to the highly-anticipated ‘Knockout Chaos‘, Anthony Joshua shared a light-hearted moment reflecting on the strong bond he shares with promoter Eddie Hearn. Let’s see what Joshua has to say on the easy money remarks on Francis Ngannou.
Joshua and Hearn’s confidence ahead of ‘Knockout chaos’
Addressing Hearn’s bold claim of the fight being “easy work, easy money,” Joshua’s laughter filled the room. He playfully dismissed the remark, saying, “Don’t worry about what he said! There’s no easy fight, there’s no easy fight.”
Delving deeper into Hearn’s unwavering support, Joshua likened it to an enthusiastic but deluded X Factor parent, humorously noting, “He believes in me. [It’s like] someone on X Factor that can’t sing, but their parents believe in them.” Emphasizing their solid relationship, he added, “Eddie’s my guy, like through thick and thin. So, he’s always gonna back me.” This exchange highlights not just the confidence, but the camaraderie between the boxer and his promoter.
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How will Joshua’s calm confidence and Hearn’s unwavering support influence his performance in the ring? What did you think about AJ’s remark?
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