Anthony Joshua: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / September 14

Fury Facing More Pressure To Fight Joshua

Anthony Joshua and his promoter Eddie Hearn are piling the pressure on Tyson Fury to take a fight. Fury announced his retirement in January after two losses to Oleksandr Uysk, stating he would only return for a third Usyk fight.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 11

Eddie Hearn Sends Clear Message To Tyson Fury Following Anthony Joshua Instagram Callout

Eddie Hearn has been vocal throughout 2025 about his desire to make a British super fight between Fury and Joshua. However, 'The Gypsy King's' retirement at the start of the year has complicated a potential bout.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / September 10

Tyson Fury’s promoter provides huge update on his potential return following Anthony Joshua call out

Fans hopeful of finally seeing Tyson Fury return to the ring may have to wait a little longer, in the wake of a challenge issued to him this week. Confirming yet another career retirement earlier this year, former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury called time on his illustrious run in the ring following a second loss to Oleksandr Usyk.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 6

Promoter reveals why Anthony Joshua can’t afford to turn down Jake Paul mismatch fight

Having missed out on a controversial fight with Jake Paul for the time being, Anthony Joshua likely cannot afford to be left waiting by the Ohio native again, it seems.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / September 4

Eddie Hearn Provides Anthony Joshua Comeback Latest – ‘There Has Been An Offer’

From the moment Anthony Joshua won the 2012 Olympic gold medal in London, he has captivated the British public, who have turned out in massive numbers to fill stadiums to watch him in huge fights.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 4

Anthony Joshua receives huge blow to world title plans ahead of his eagerly-anticipated comeback

Anthony Joshua won’t be pleased with this news. In his time in boxing, the powerhouse has had many spectacular moments. Joshua has knocked out Wladimir Klitschko, finished Dillian Whyte and become a 2x unified champion.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 3

Frank Warren backs Moses Itauma superfight to be as big as Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury

A future superfight between Moses Itauma and another British Heavyweight could be as big as a potential Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury bout. For many years, boxing fans have been clamouring to see Anthony Joshua face off against Tyson Fury, especially when both men were undefeated Heavyweight world champions.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 2

Moses Itauma encouraged to fight former champion who knocked out Anthony Joshua in boxing return

Another heavyweight veteran appears poised to enter the Moses Itauma sweepstakes — one who holds quite the emphatic win over British star Anthony Joshua.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 2

Boxing personality urges Anthony Joshua to face Tyson Fury rather than take ‘circus’ fight in return

With his immediate future in the ring still up in the air, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been offered some guidance on his comeback fight.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / September 1

Promoter reveals timeline for massive Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight: ‘They definitely want to…’

All is not lost, it seems, when it comes to the controversial fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul, at least as far as a promoter is concerned. Switching focus last month, polarizing boxing upstart Jake Paul will enter the ring in November to take on Gervonta Davis in an exhibition match against the current WBA lightweight champion.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / August 30

Tyson Fury urged to snap retirement for 2026 fight with Anthony Joshua by promoter: ‘It has to happen’

Tyson Fury has once more been urged to finally snap his retirement from the ring and book an overdue fight against one of his biggest rivals. Flip-flopping on a return to the ring earlier this year, former WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury initially had sights set on a trilogy fight with current undisputed titleholder Oleksandr Usyk.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / August 30

Promoter axes big comeback fights for Anthony Joshua in 2026 return: ‘It’s not going to be them…’

Amid continued links to a whole host of eye-catching fights in his heavyweight return, don’t expect Anthony Joshua to land himself a high-profile foe next, however.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / August 28

Former boxing champion claims Anthony Joshua and Eddie Hearn got hustled by Jake Paul

Throughout his career in boxing, Jake Paul has continuously received criticism from Matchroom boxing promoter Eddie Hearn. Last week it was shockingly announced that Jake Paul will take on WBA world lightweight champion Gervonta Davis in a huge super fight on November 14.

Anthony Joshua backed for ‘special’ boxing return after ‘meetings’ for blockbuster event in 2026

Despite missing out on a lucrative return to the ring, it seems Anthony Joshua still has quite a sizable return to the ring in line for next year. Sidelined since the final quarter of last year, former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua dropped his fourth career loss in a devastating knockout defeat against Daniel Dubois.

Chael Sonnen Calls Jake Paul vs Gervonta Davis a Cheap Knockoff After Anthony Joshua Talks

Jake Paul‘s next fight is officially in line against Gervonta “Tank” Davis in Atlanta, but it left the community underwhelmed. The fight was supposed to be a heavyweight blockbuster event against Anthony Joshua.

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Why is Andre Ward really calling out Anthony Joshua?… Icon gives fascinating explanation

Andre Ward has a very good reason to call out Anthony Joshua, says a retired fighter. Having showcased breathtaking skills, the American has undeniably solidified his status as one of the best boxers of the modern era.

MMA News / NY Fights / August 21

Francis Ngannou Breaks Silence on PFL Founder Donn Davis Harsh Criticism

MMA fans are well aware of Francis Ngannou’s infamous split with the UFC in January 2023. After defending his heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270, ‘The Predator’ engaged in a year-long standoff with the promotion, demanding a better contract and the freedom to compete in boxing.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / August 20

Fresh Intel Emerges on Failed Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua Fight Plans

For a brief moment, boxing fans were bracing themselves for one of the wildest matchups the sport has ever seen: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua. On one side, the former heavyweight champion of the world. On the other, the YouTuber-turned-boxer who’s managed to turn what started as a sideshow into a legitimate career.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / August 17

Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury Could Still Happen After Jake Paul

YouTuber-turned-boxer, Jake Paul (12-1, 7 KOs) and heavyweight superstar, Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) are in talks for a potentially controversial showdown next year.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / August 15

Eddie Hearn Reveals Latest on Anthony Joshua’s Next Fight Options

Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) won gold at the 2012 London Olympics, beating Roberto Cammarelle on countback. He subsequently turned professional with Matchroom Boxing, and a boxing phenomenon was born.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / August 12

Andre Ward Calls Out Anthony Joshua

Andre Ward, the undefeated former two division champion and 2021 Hall of Famer, has been steadfast in his decision to retire since walking away from boxing in 2017.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / June 17

Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury In The Works?

Anthony Joshua was last seen getting knocked out by Daniel Dubois in a showdown between Great Britain’s best. After that fight most boxing fans have written Joshua off.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / May 3

Anthony Joshua Reveals Layoff Due to Surgery

Former unified heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) has revealed that he will be out of the gym for at least six weeks following elbow surgery later this month.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / January 29

Former rival vows to retire Anthony Joshua if rematch takes place

With the heavyweight division in flux following some surprising results and the apparent retirement of Tyson Fury, one former Anthony Joshua foe is eyeing a rematch and the opportunity to send Joshua on his way.

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