Anthony Joshua wasn’t afraid to tell Tyson Fury that he thought he’d lose to a former world champion.
After over a decade of verbal sparring, it seems two of the best heavyweights in British history are finally set to go head-to-head, with Fury reportedly agreeing to face Joshua.
Their rivalry has gone on for years, with the pair both doing amazing things in their careers.
But prior to their days at the pinnacle of the sport, ‘AJ’ told ‘The Gypsy King’ that he’d fall short against a fellow Englishman.
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Anthony Joshua told Tyson Fury he’d lose to David Haye
Back in 2013, Tyson Fury was scheduled to go to war with David Haye, in a bout that never actually ended up happening.
Prior to the fight that never was, the future unified champion joined Anthony Joshua and a plethora of other heavyweight stars to discuss the contest.
When asked to give a breakdown, Joshua replied: “Fury’s advantages, long, keep it there, move, southpaw or orthodox is good. Haye is going to come out, he’ll probably come out behind his jab, moving, slipping shots.
“He’s an explosive puncher, David Haye, I’ve heard that from trainers, and I’ve seen him knock guys out. I don’t think anyone will get knocked out, I think it’ll go to points.”
When pressed by Johnny Nelson to reveal where he’d place his money, Joshua replied: “I’d put it on Haye.”
Former Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua opponent says one fighter hits harder than both
While Fury and Joshua will undoubtedly want to knock each other out, a former opponent of both men says he’s fought somebody who hits harder.
This individual, has taken on an array of talented operators, meaning he’s faced his fair share of heavy hitters.
However, the retired boxer says one man punches harder than Fury and Joshua.