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Anthony Joshua enjoys Riyadh getaway, shows off physique while playing chess

Anthony Joshua enjoys time in Riyadh as promoter Eddie Hearn hints at potential opponents, including the winner of Dubois vs Parker.

Anthony Joshua, the British heavyweight boxing star, soaking up the warm weather in Riyadh.(Instagram)

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Updated on Feb 20, 2025 11:54 AM IST

ByHT Sports Desk

Mike Tyson wants Anthony Joshua in ring after Jake Paul's postponement

Mike Tyson's exhibition bout with Jake Paul postponed due to health scare, now eyes Anthony Joshua

Mike Tyson, left, and Jake Paul, right, pose for photos during a news conference promoting their upcoming boxing bout, Thursday, May 16, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. The fight is schedule for July 20. (AP Photo/Sam Hodde)(AP)

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Published on Jun 01, 2024 09:08 AM IST

ByAditi Srivastava

Joshua scores TKO over Wallin in Saudi Arabia; Parker stuns Wilder

Anthony Joshua stopped Otto Wallin with a fifth-round technical knockout and Joseph Parker stunned Deontay Wilder in a unanimous decision.

Britain's Anthony Joshua celebrates after defeating Sweden's Otto Wallin (AFP)

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Published on Dec 24, 2023 07:17 AM IST

AP | , Riyadh

Battle of Britain: Anthony Joshua accepts terms for title fight with Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua has accepted terms for a December 3 fight with Tyson Fury and is waiting for the WBC world heavyweight champion to respond.

Anthony Joshua launches a blow at Oleksandr Usyk during their world heavyweight title fight(AP)

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Published on Sep 13, 2022 05:04 PM IST

Reuters | , London

Anthony Joshua, lightweight in a heavyweight's garb

Defeat to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk at the weekend revealed once again the puzzling shortcomings of the British heavyweight champion.

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Published on Sep 27, 2021 08:53 PM IST

ByRudraneil Sengupta, New Delhi

Usyk outclasses Joshua to claim world heavyweight titles

The 34-year-old former undisputed cruiserweight world champion put on a master class to silence the vast majority of the 67,000 fans who packed into the huge arena.

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Published on Sep 26, 2021 05:26 PM IST

Reuters | , London

Anthony Joshua: I need to fight Tyson Fury

Anthony Joshua has admitted he must fight Tyson Fury, believing boxing needs at least one bout between the British rivals.

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Published on Sep 14, 2021 07:57 AM IST

AP | , London

Joshua blasts Fury after unification fight thrown into doubt

Joshua (24-1) beat Kubrat Pulev in December to retain his IBF, WBO and WBA titles and was set to face Fury -- who holds the WBC belt -- on Aug. 14 in Saudi Arabia.

Anthony Joshua (left) and Tyson Fury.(Twitter)

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Published on May 20, 2021 09:50 AM IST

Reuters |

Joshua-Fury fight hits snag after Wilder ruling in US

The all-British fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to become undisputed world heavyweight champion has hit a snag.

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Updated on May 18, 2021 08:49 PM IST

AP |

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury set for August 14 in Saudi Arabia: Eddie Hearn

The date avoids a clash with the Tokyo Olympics, which end on Aug. 8. Joshua's trainer Rob McCracken is performance director of GB Boxing.

Tyson Fury poses with his belts: File photo(REUTERS)

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Updated on May 13, 2021 10:37 PM IST

Reuters | , London

Joshua defending titles vs Pulev with Fury fight on horizon

A robust, hardened 39-year-old Bulgarian, Pulev will get the chance to blow a turbulent heavyweight division wide open again when he fights Joshua at Wembley Arena in London on Saturday as a mandatory challenger.

FILE - In this file photo dated Sunday Dec. 8, 2019, Britain's Anthony Joshua celebrates after beating Andy Ruiz Jr.(AP)

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Updated on Dec 10, 2020 06:59 PM IST

Associated Press | ByAssociated Press

Anthony Joshua hopes to welcome fans for title clash against Pulev

Joshua, 31, was scheduled to defend his belts against IBF mandatory challenger Pulev on June 20 but the fight was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Anthony Joshua poses with the IBF, WBA, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight belts after winning his title fight against Andy Ruiz Jr.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Oct 17, 2020 09:16 AM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Promoter behind Fury-Joshua deal provokes outrage in Ireland

Daniel Kinahan, an Irishman currently based in the UAE, was name-checked on three occasions by Fury when the WBC champion announced Wednesday he had reached an agreement with three-belt titleholder Joshua for a fight in 2021.

Anthony Joshua poses with the IBF, WBA, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight belts after winning his title fight against Andy Ruiz Jr - Al Faisaliah Tower, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Jun 11, 2020 11:04 PM IST

DUBLIN | ByAssociated Press

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury agreed, says promoter Eddie Hearn

The discussions over an undisputed world heavyweight title showdown between the two fighters began in early May and they have now agreed on initial terms for two encounters.

Tyson Fury poses with his belts during a press conference after the fight.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Jun 10, 2020 09:11 PM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Tyson Fury hopes to ‘give fans what they want’ with Anthony Joshua showdown

Fury won the WBC title in Las Vegas three months ago with a seventh-round stoppage of Deontay Wilder. Joshua defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to reclaim his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles.

Tyson Fury with trainer Javan Steward during a press conference after the fight.(REUTERS)

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Updated on May 23, 2020 06:33 PM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Tyson Fury’s coach backs him to beat Anthony Joshua

While he is contractually obliged to face Wilder for a third time and Joshua is scheduled to take on Kubrat Pulev next, the outbreak of coronavirus and subsequent suspension of major boxing shows has clouded the issue.

(FILES) In this file photo taken on February 22, 2020 British boxer Tyson Fury celebrates after defeating US boxer Deontay Wilder.(AFP)

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Updated on May 09, 2020 10:41 AM IST

London | ByAFP

Anthony Joshua bout may not be behind closed doors: Promoter

The London bout has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic and Hearn would be willing to move it to the Middle East if an audience is allowed there.

Anthony Joshua poses with the IBF, WBA, WBO & IBO World Heavyweight belts.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on May 07, 2020 10:36 AM IST

London | ByAFP

Anthony Joshua says blockbuster Tyson Fury fight needed to determine number one status

Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles while Fury won the WBC title in Las Vegas two months ago with a seventh-round stoppage of Deontay Wilder.

File image of Anthony Joshua.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Apr 16, 2020 03:51 PM IST

London | ByReuters

Joshua could prioritise Fury fight in 2020: promoter

Joshua is scheduled for a title defence against Kubrat Pulev at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 20, but the pandemic means that date is likely to be postponed.

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Updated on Apr 03, 2020 06:49 PM IST

London | ByPress Trust of India

Anthony Joshua’s title defence could be delayed by virus chaos: Eddie Hearn

Anthony Joshua is due to fight Kubrat Pulev at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 20.

File image of pro boxer Anthony Joshua.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Mar 18, 2020 11:04 AM IST

London | ByAFP

Who is Anthony Joshua’s next opponent? It’s not Tyson Fury

Briton Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr. in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world titles.

Anthony Joshua celebrates his win against Alexander Povetkin.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Mar 02, 2020 03:17 PM IST

SOFIA | ByReuters

Deontay Wilder exercises rematch clause for third fight with Tyson Fury: Reports

Despite clamour for a unification fight between Fury and fellow Briton Anthony Joshua, Wilder was widely expected to exercise his contractual right for a rematch -- likely to take place by July.

Deontay Wilder in action against Tyson Fury.(REUTERS)

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Updated on Mar 01, 2020 11:51 AM IST

Los Angeles | ByPress Trust of India

Tyson Fury ready for Anthony Joshua fight if Deontay Wilder doesn’t take rematch option

Speaking after his seventh-round TKO victory over Wilder in Las Vegas on Saturday, Fury sounded happy to take on either man.

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Updated on Feb 24, 2020 02:17 PM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Anthony Joshua’s next bout could take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: Promoter Eddie Hearn

Briton Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles.

Anthony Joshua celebrates winning his fight against Andy Ruiz Jr.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Feb 07, 2020 11:26 AM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Anthony Joshua defeats Andy Ruiz to reclaim heavyweight crown

Joshua, who suffered a stunning knockout defeat to Ruiz in New York in June, produced a masterclass to regain his IBF, WBA and WBO titles in emphatic fashion.

Defending champion Andy Ruiz Jr., right, takes a left jab during his fight against Britain's Anthony Joshua in their World Heavyweight Championship contest at the Diriyah Arena, Riyadh.(AP)

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Updated on Dec 08, 2019 09:11 AM IST

Riyadh | ByAFP

I will die trying to defend my title against Anthony Joshua, says Andy Ruiz Jr

Mexican-American Ruiz produced one of boxing’s biggest upsets when he dethroned the previously undefeated world champion Joshua with a seventh-round stoppage at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

Mexican American Andy Ruiz celebrates after stopping Britain's Anthony Joshua.(AP)

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Updated on Dec 05, 2019 08:59 PM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Andy Ruiz Jr says pressure all on Anthony Joshua ahead of Saudi rematch

Ruiz, who was born in the United States but fights as a Mexican, caused one of boxing’s biggest upsets in New York in June when he handed Joshua a first defeat to win the WBA, IBF and WBO crowns in New York.

Andy Ruiz Jr poses for a photograph(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Dec 03, 2019 01:15 PM IST

Agence France-Presse | ByAgence France-Presse

‘One punch can change the fight,’ Andy Ruiz says pressure is all on Anthony Joshua ahead of ‘Clash on the Dunes’

Mexican-American Ruiz produced one of boxing’s biggest upsets when he dethroned the previously undefeated world champion Joshua with a seventh-round stoppage at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

Andy Ruiz Jr with Anthony Joshua during their first fight.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Dec 03, 2019 12:08 AM IST

Reuters | ByReuters

Clash of the Dunes: Anthony Joshua says Andy Ruiz Jr is ‘best fighter’ ahead of re-match

Ruiz, who was born in the United States but fights for Mexico, caused a major shock in June when he handed out a first defeat for Joshua to win the WBA, IBF and WBO crowns in New York.

Andy Ruiz Jr and Anthony Joshua pose during the press conference.(Action Images via Reuters)

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Updated on Sep 06, 2019 11:27 PM IST

London | ByAFP

Vijender is scared, respect Goyat as he stood up to fight: Boxer Amir Khan

In an exclusive chat, boxer Amir Khan also says he feels British heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will ‘destroy’ challenger Andy Ruiz in three to four rounds.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 20: Amir Khan enters the ring against Terence Crawford before their WBO welterweight title fight at Madison Square Garden on April 20, 2019 in New York City.(AFP)

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Updated on Jun 01, 2019 10:30 AM IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | ByAvishek Roy

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Latest from anthony joshua

Anthony Joshua enjoys time in Riyadh as promoter Eddie Hearn hints at potential opponents, including the winner of Dubois vs Parker.

Mike Tyson's exhibition bout with Jake Paul postponed due to health scare, now eyes Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua stopped Otto Wallin with a fifth-round technical knockout and Joseph Parker stunned Deontay Wilder in a unanimous decision.

Anthony Joshua has accepted terms for a December 3 fight with Tyson Fury and is waiting for the WBC world heavyweight champion to respond.

Defeat to Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk at the weekend revealed once again the puzzling shortcomings of the British heavyweight champion.

The 34-year-old former undisputed cruiserweight world champion put on a master class to silence the vast majority of the 67,000 fans who packed into the huge arena.

Anthony Joshua has admitted he must fight Tyson Fury, believing boxing needs at least one bout between the British rivals.

Joshua (24-1) beat Kubrat Pulev in December to retain his IBF, WBO and WBA titles and was set to face Fury -- who holds the WBC belt -- on Aug. 14 in Saudi Arabia.

The all-British fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to become undisputed world heavyweight champion has hit a snag.

The date avoids a clash with the Tokyo Olympics, which end on Aug. 8. Joshua's trainer Rob McCracken is performance director of GB Boxing.

A robust, hardened 39-year-old Bulgarian, Pulev will get the chance to blow a turbulent heavyweight division wide open again when he fights Joshua at Wembley Arena in London on Saturday as a mandatory challenger.

Joshua, 31, was scheduled to defend his belts against IBF mandatory challenger Pulev on June 20 but the fight was postponed due to the COVID-19 outbreak.

Daniel Kinahan, an Irishman currently based in the UAE, was name-checked on three occasions by Fury when the WBC champion announced Wednesday he had reached an agreement with three-belt titleholder Joshua for a fight in 2021.

The discussions over an undisputed world heavyweight title showdown between the two fighters began in early May and they have now agreed on initial terms for two encounters.

Fury won the WBC title in Las Vegas three months ago with a seventh-round stoppage of Deontay Wilder. Joshua defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to reclaim his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles.

While he is contractually obliged to face Wilder for a third time and Joshua is scheduled to take on Kubrat Pulev next, the outbreak of coronavirus and subsequent suspension of major boxing shows has clouded the issue.

The London bout has been postponed indefinitely due to the pandemic and Hearn would be willing to move it to the Middle East if an audience is allowed there.

Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles while Fury won the WBC title in Las Vegas two months ago with a seventh-round stoppage of Deontay Wilder.

Joshua is scheduled for a title defence against Kubrat Pulev at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 20, but the pandemic means that date is likely to be postponed.

Anthony Joshua is due to fight Kubrat Pulev at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on June 20.

Briton Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr. in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO world titles.

Despite clamour for a unification fight between Fury and fellow Briton Anthony Joshua, Wilder was widely expected to exercise his contractual right for a rematch -- likely to take place by July.

Speaking after his seventh-round TKO victory over Wilder in Las Vegas on Saturday, Fury sounded happy to take on either man.

Briton Joshua, 30, defeated Mexican-American Andy Ruiz Jr in a December rematch in Saudi Arabia to win back his IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles.

Joshua, who suffered a stunning knockout defeat to Ruiz in New York in June, produced a masterclass to regain his IBF, WBA and WBO titles in emphatic fashion.

Mexican-American Ruiz produced one of boxing’s biggest upsets when he dethroned the previously undefeated world champion Joshua with a seventh-round stoppage at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

Ruiz, who was born in the United States but fights as a Mexican, caused one of boxing’s biggest upsets in New York in June when he handed Joshua a first defeat to win the WBA, IBF and WBO crowns in New York.

Mexican-American Ruiz produced one of boxing’s biggest upsets when he dethroned the previously undefeated world champion Joshua with a seventh-round stoppage at New York’s Madison Square Garden.

Ruiz, who was born in the United States but fights for Mexico, caused a major shock in June when he handed out a first defeat for Joshua to win the WBA, IBF and WBO crowns in New York.

In an exclusive chat, boxer Amir Khan also says he feels British heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua will ‘destroy’ challenger Andy Ruiz in three to four rounds.

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