Anthony Joshua posted a brief video clip on social media right now, saying he’s not retiring and has “much more to present” to boxing. Nonetheless, Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) didn’t point out whether or not he’ll take the rematch with IBF heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois to avenge his fifth-round knockout loss from final Saturday night time.
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On condition that Joshua didn’t say something a few rematch, it seems he’ll go in a unique route. When Joshua misplaced to Oleksandr Usyk and Andy Ruiz Jr. the primary time, he instantly mentioned he needed to try to avenge the defeats. This time, nothing like that comes out of AJ’s mouth.
Joshua, 34, should know from how he was battered and overwhelmed by the youthful fighter, Dubois, in entrance of 98,000+ followers at Wembley Stadium that he’ll get demolished in a rematch.
The battle ended with Dubois knocking Joshua out with a counter proper hand within the fifth, leaving him in a heap on the canvas. Moments earlier than that, Joshua mugged to the gang, sticking his tongue out as if to say, ‘That is straightforward work.’ Issues turned bitter shortly for AJ.
“It’s removed from over but. I do know we’ve obtained much more to deliver to the sport,” mentioned Joshua on social media in his quick video clip. “Doing it a 3rd time [winning heavyweight title] is one thing I consider I can obtain.”
Joshua can develop into a three-division world champion as soon as the three titles are fragmented after unified champ Oleksandr Usyk retires, however that’s the one manner. AJ already misplaced twice to Usyk, and it’s clear that he has his quantity.
With Eddie Hearn pulling the strings, Joshua might ultimately seize a 3rd heavyweight title, however solely due to the maneuvering performed by his slick promoter. Hearn assisted Joshua in profitable his first world title, bringing IBF champion Charles Martin to London, England, in April 2016. Ultimately, Usyk will unencumber one of many belts after he retires, and Joshua can go after it.
Ideally, Joshua ought to go for the cash battle in opposition to Tyson Fury in early 2025 and overlook about Dubois eternally. He’s too younger, highly effective, and rugged for him ever to beat him. Dubois has an excessive amount of for AJ to deal with, and a rematch can be a catastrophe for the getting older former two-time heavyweight champion.
— Anthony Joshua (@anthonyjoshua) September 23, 2024
