Joshua Claims Win But Fails to Ignite Crowd
Anthony Joshua controlled the ring but lacked the knockout punch fans craved. The British heavyweight secured a unanimous points win with scorecards reading 117-111, 117-111, and 118-111. This is Joshua’s first victory in over two years after back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk.
Joshua Calls Out Tyson Fury for Next Big Fight
Though disappointed at missing the knockout, Joshua admitted he must be his own toughest critic to bounce back stronger. The Watford star wasted no time calling out fellow Brit and WBC champ Tyson Fury, saying, “The ball is in his court” for their potential blockbuster showdown.
Competitive Bout Against Franklin Shows Joshua’s Grit
The sellout crowd hoped to see a vintage AJ, but Joshua faced a tougher challenge than expected from Franklin. The opponent kept the fight tight at times, but Joshua’s superior jab and a deadly uppercut in round ten sealed the deal. The 25th pro win – 22 by stoppage – came with a few bumps but showed Joshua’s grit still shines through.
Post-Fight Heat as Joshua and Franklin Clash
Tempers flared after the final bell when Joshua tapped Franklin on the back of the head, sparking a brief scuffle between fighters and their camps. Joshua quickly apologised for the flare-up, looking to keep the focus on future fights.
Joshua vs Fury: The Fight Fans Want
Despite a less-than-explosive performance, Joshua is itching to take on Tyson Fury. Fury’s latest victory came in a December trilogy win over Derek Chisora. Both fighters and promoters, including Eddie Hearn, see the Joshua-Fury showdown as the big money fight British boxing craves.
