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Anthony Joshua fires back at critics who say he ducked Deontay Wilder: “Need I say more”

Harry Kettle - March 10, 2022

Heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has hit back at those who have suggested he “ducked” Deontay Wilder. The last few years have served as quite the rollercoaster ride for Anthony Joshua. After beating Alexander Povetkin to move to 22-0 in his fourth straight stadium fight, many were calling for him to take on either Tyson Fury or Deontay Wilder – with both being heavily rumoured for a long time by that point.

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Anthony Joshua reacts to Tyson Fury defeating Deontay Wilder in trilogy: "He's done well to come through the storm"

Christopher Taylor - October 27, 2021

Anthony Joshua has shared his thoughts on the Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder trilogy fight which occurred earlier this month in Las Vegas. Fury (31-0-1) put his WBO and The Ring heavyweight titles on the line when he squared off with Wilder (42-2-1) on October 9 at T-Mobile Arena.

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Anthony Joshua issues statement following title loss to Oleksandr Usyk

Christopher Taylor - September 25, 2021

Anthony Joshua put the IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles on the line when he squared off with Oleksandr Usyk this evening in London. The pair collided under the bright lights of Tottenham Spurs Stadium with over 65,000 fans in attendance.

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Pros react after Oleksandr Usyk dethrones Anthony Joshua

Christopher Taylor - September 25, 2021

Anthony Joshua risked his IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight belts when he squared off with Oleksandr Usyk this evening at Tottenham Spurs stadium in London. Joshua (24-2) was returning to action for the first time since December of 2020, where he had scored a ninth round knockout victory over Kubrat Pulev. Prior to that win, the British champion had suffered his lone career defeat came at the hands of Andy Ruiz Jr.

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Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury trade verbal jabs after proposed superfight falls through

Harry Kettle - May 20, 2021

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have gone back and forth at one another on social media after their superfight seemingly fell through. For months now fans have been waiting for an official announcement regarding Joshua vs Fury, a fight that has been years in the making. It’d be the biggest heavyweight boxing bout of this generation and the biggest of all time in the United Kingdom.

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Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua in jeopardy after an arbitrator rules Deontay Wilder is owed a third fight

Cole Shelton - May 17, 2021

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua on August 14 is in jeopardy of not happening. On Sunday, Fury said his heavyweight unification fight was 100 percent official for August 14 in Saudi Arabia. However, on Monday, an arbitrator ruled Fury must face Deontay Wilder in a rematch by Sept. 15, ESPN learned.

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Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua set for August in Saudi Arabia, says Eddie Hearn

Adam D Martin - May 12, 2021

Promoter Eddie Hearn says that Tyson Fury will fight Anthony Joshua this summer in Saudi Arabia in a high-profile heavyweight boxing match. Fury and Joshua have been rumored to fight for quite some time now and the fight looks like it is finally making progress to come to fruition. Speaking to Sky Sports television, Hearn confirmed that the fight is on for August and it will take place in Saudi Arabia.

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Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua "dead in the water," promoter says it's likely they "have other fights this summer"

Cole Shelton - April 29, 2021

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua may not be fighting next after all. Recently, it was announced Fury and Joshua signed a two-fight deal and the first fight would happen at the end of July or early August in Saudi Arabia. However, according to Fury’s promoter in Bob Arum, there have been some hurdles and it’s likely the two box other opponents the next time out.

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Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua betting odds released for upcoming heavyweight boxing match

Adam Martin - March 15, 2021

Boxing star Tyson Fury has opened as the betting favorite to defeat Anthony Joshua in their heavyweight boxing match set for later this year. It was officially announced on Monday that Fury and Joshua have officially signed a two-fight contract to fight each other this summer and then have a rematch at the end of the year. The heavyweight boxing championship will be unified in this massive fight between two of the biggest superstar boxers. With the Fury vs. Joshua fight now official, the sportsbooks have opened up the betting odds for this huge heavyweight title fight. Take a look at the opening odds for the Fury vs. Joshua matchup below (via BetOnline).

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Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua officially sign contract for two boxing matches

Adam D Martin - March 15, 2021

Heavyweight boxing superstars Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have officially signed a contract for two boxing matches between the rivals. ESPN’s Mark Kriegel confirmed with Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn that both Fury and Joshua have put pen to paper for two boxing matches. There are still more details that need to be ironed out, such as the location and venue, but today’s news that both boxers have signed off on the fight puts the matchup one step closer to becoming a reality.

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Tyson Fury says Deontay Wilder trilogy "might be next" as talks with Anthony Joshua stall

Cole Shelton - March 11, 2021

Tyson Fury may be fighting Deontay Wilder instead of Anthony Joshua next time out. After Fury TKO’d Wilder in February of 2020 in their highly anticipated rematch, many fans wanted to see the Anthony Joshua fight. It would unify the heavyweight division and prove who is the best heavyweight. However, Wilder was campaigning for the trilogy, but recently, talks between Fury and Joshua seemed to progress.

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Anthony Joshua updates on Tyson Fury fight: "I promise you it’s happening"

Tom Taylor - December 28, 2020

Anthony Joshua has shared a very promising update on a proposed heavyweight title fight with fellow Englishman Tyson Fury. Joshua and Fury currently stand atop the heavyweight boxing landscape, as Joshua holds  the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO titles, and Fury holds the WBC title and is the lineal heavyweight champ.

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Anthony Joshua, Kubrat Pulev have heated staredown at weigh-ins

Tom Taylor - December 11, 2020

Anthony Joshua and Kubrat Pulev had a very heated face-off at the weigh-ins for their Saturday night heavyweight title fight. The pair came face-to-face on Friday morning, and from the looks of it, things very nearly got physical well before they enter the ring together. See it below:

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Promoter: "Laughable" to say Tyson Fury has fought better competition than Anthony Joshua

Tom Taylor - November 16, 2020

Promoter Eddie Hearn believes it’s “laughable” to suggest that Tyson Fury has fought better competition than his star client, Anthony Joshua. Fury and Joshua are regarded as the two best heavyweight boxers on the planet today, with the former laying claim to the WBC title, and the latter in possession of WBA, WBO, IBF and IBO heavyweight titles.

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Anthony Johnson eligible for UFC return in early 2021 after re-entering USADA pool

Natasha Hooper - August 26, 2020

Anthony Johnson is eligible to return to the UFC’s Octagon in early 2021 after re-entering the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) testing pool. In April 2017, the heavyweight fighter came up short in his second shot at UFC light heavyweight gold when he fought former champion, Daniel Cormier. Despite his submission loss in the second round, he was still regarded as one of the top 205-pound fighters, and his subsequent retirement from MMA shocked fans around the world.

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Eddie Hearn: Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury "have agreed to a two-fight deal", details being negotiated

Tom Taylor - June 10, 2020

Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed in principle to a pair of heavyweight title fights, according to Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn. Joshua, the unified heavyweight champion, and Fury, the WBC and lineal heavyweight champion, are widely viewed as the best heavyweight boxers alive. There is presently massive interest in seeing the two Brits collide in the ring, and according to Hearn, things are moving in that direction.

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Tyson Fury calls for Anthony Joshua to join him in home workout video

Natasha Hooper - April 13, 2020

Tyson Fury wants to partner up with Anthony Joshua to create a home lockdown workout video. During the coronavirus pandemic, “The Gypsy King” has been keeping busy at home. Fury has been posting workout tutorials on social media alongside his wife, Paris Fury. Now he wants to take his videos to the next level with some celebrity guest appearances. Who better to join the workout stage than fellow British heavyweight, Anthony Joshua.

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Tyson Fury lays out retirement plans

Natasha Hooper - March 4, 2020

Tyson Fury has confirmed his retirement plans. The British fighter wants to face Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua before hanging up his gloves. Today, “The Gypsy King”, sat down on British TV show, This Morning, with hosts Holly Willoughby and Phillip Schofield. He discussed his statement rematch victory against Deontay Wilder that took place on February 22, 2020 at the MGM Garden Arena in Las Vegas.