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Anthony Joshua suffered gruesome in-ring injury before scoring his most bizarre knockout

Fresh from his crowning moment in boxing, Anthony Joshua was forced into some bizarre in-ring adversity against a short-notice foe. Still yet to secure an opponent for his return to action at the turn of the year, Anthony Joshua is on a quest for a historic third world championship reign in the ring.

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Five of the biggest boxing fights to have taken place at the O2 Arena

The O2 Arena in London, England, has been host to several significant boxing events. Since its opening in 2007, the venue has been no stranger to fights that have gripped boxing fans around the world.

Boxing News / Total Apex Sports / October 24

Anthony Joshua’s Boxing Future Hangs in the Balance: February 2026 Return Looking More Likely

The heavyweight boxing world finds itself in familiar territory – waiting on Anthony Joshua. But this time feels different. This time carries the weight of uncertainty that makes even the most seasoned boxing observers shift uncomfortably in their seats.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 23

Joseph Parker snubs Anthony Joshua and the only man to KO him while naming the most powerful puncher

Joseph Parker dominated the fighter he sees as boxing’s hardest hitter. Parker has fought some of the heavyweight division’s best across an illustrious 39-fight career thus far, including former two-time WBC champion Anthony Joshua, Chinese powerhouse Zhilei Zhang, and knockout phenom Martin Bakole.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 23

Anthony Joshua Humbled By Paddy Pimblett – Gets ‘Choked Out’

Former unified heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua learnt a harsh MMA lesson during a grappling session with Paddy Pimblett. Boxing and MMA are two completely different sports, but that has not stopped crossover fights.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 20

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua ‘dream’ fight earns surprise pick from British boxing icon

A long-mooted showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua may be too close to call, according to another former world champion Briton. Seemingly joined at the hip to an overdue grudge match, both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are inching toward their respective returns to the ring.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 18

Anthony Joshua backed to ‘spark’ Jake Paul in 1 minute as fight talks continue in new update

Former world champion Anthony Joshua looks set to receive a sizable payday if he does secure a rumored showdown with the polarizing Jake Paul. Missing

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 18

Anthony Joshua missed ‘mad money’ fight with knockout star as promoter reveals his big regret

Anthony Joshua may be in for a sizable return to the ring before too long, but it seems he still missed out on another lucrative outing. Expected to make his return to boxing in the coming months, former two-time world heavyweight titleholder Anthony Joshua received a new update on his future recently, in a surprising move.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 17

Frank Warren Reveals Why Tyson Fury Might Not Wait Around for Anthony Joshua

Tyson Fury (34-2-1, 24 KOs) has been largely absent from the boxing ring following his second loss against Oleksandr Usyk (24-0, 15 KOs). The Gypsy King had initially announced plans to retire.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / October 15

Rising boxing heavyweight star set to land world title fight

The heavyweight division has always been defined by its ability to produce stars. Right now, that star is Moses Itauma.

Matchroom Boxing announce fight for ‘greatest signing any promoter could have made’

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 15

Does Arslanbek Makhmudov Deserve The AJ Fight?

Matchroom CEO Frank Smith has dismissed a fight between Anthony Joshua and Arslanbek Makhmudov following the latter’s KO win over Dave Allen. Joshua has not boxed since getting stopped by Daniel Dubois in September 2024.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 14

Anthony Joshua urged to honor fight ‘promise’ with Russian giant in comeback by promoter

Anthony Joshua has been backed to deliver on a pre-fight promise to one of heavyweight boxing’s biggest boogeymen. Still yet to book his return to the ring, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has been linked with a laundry list of potential fights.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 13

Anthony Joshua’s return could snap interesting 10-year stat as promoter hints at new fight date

Anthony Joshua’s return to boxing has seen another twist in this seemingly never-ending tale. Gearing up for his comeback to the ring for the first time since his stunning knockout loss to Daniel Dubois over a year ago, former two-time heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua has yet to land an opponent for the clash.

Boxing News / Bloody Elbow / October 11

Deontay Wilder reveals date for boxing return amid links to Anthony Joshua super fight

Former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is set for a return to the ring, rather soon, in fact. Snapping his two-fight losing skid earlier this summer, former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has been linked relentlessly with a host of high-profile fights in his return.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 10

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua Hopes Rise Again for 2026 as Matchroom Exec Confesses Boxing’s Sad Reality

There are fans of fighters, and then there are fans of fights. For a long time, many wanted to see Terence Crawford fight Errol Spence Jr. Another one on the list was Oleksandr Usyk vs.

Boxing News / HITC / October 9

Russian heavyweight confirms agreement with Anthony Joshua for 2026 bout

A new name has joined the mix to be Anthony Joshua’s opponent when he returns to boxing. Joshua, a former two-time heavyweight champion, is reportedly looking at a bout in Africa as part of his comeback plans, and there are plenty of names being linked with that fight.

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Anthony Joshua agrees to fight Russian giant who revealed 2026 comeback deal

A fresh challenger has entered the sweepstakes to take on Anthony Joshua in his boxing return. Drawing notable links to a host of potential fights in his return to action as soon as next year, former two-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is targeted to fight in a historic trip to Africa next.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 8

Eddie Hearn discusses recent Turki Alalshikh meeting – teases big plans for Anthony Joshua

Eddie Hearn and Matchroom Boxing are in the midst of a busy week with Jaron “Boots” Ennis vs Uisma Lima and Dave Allen vs Arslanbek Makhmudov. The boxing schedule has been somewhat light in recent months, despite the Crawford vs Canelo superfight.

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 / 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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Boxing News / Yardbarker / September 23, 2024

What Anthony Joshua told trainer before KO by Daniel Dubois

Joshua's trainer has revealed what the boxer said to him shortly before suffering a knockout loss to Dubois.

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Boxing News / Field Level Media / September 21, 2024

Daniel Dubois KOs Anthony Joshua to retain IBF heavyweight crown

Daniel Dubois dominated favored challenger Anthony Joshua with a fifth-round knockout in a successful first defense of his IBF heavyweight title on Saturday in London.

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Boxing News / Yardbarker / September 21, 2024