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Anthony Joshua has finally broken his silence on missing out on a historic showdown with Deontay Wilder. The two heavyweight champions had a massive two-fight deal worth £100 million in place before their recent fights in Saudi Arabia. However, Wilder's shocking defeat to Joseph Parker scuppered their long-awaited matchup. Despite the disappointment, Joshua refused to gloat over Wilder's loss and instead took the higher ground.
Joshua's Focus on Himself
While Wilder suffered a major setback, Joshua chose to concentrate solely on his own performance. He stated, "After everything Deontay said about me, I could rip him apart right now, but I am taking the higher ground." Joshua's refusal to engage in a war of words shows his maturity and professionalism in the face of disappointment.
Leaving the Door Open
Despite the missed opportunity, Joshua didn't completely shut the door on a future fight with Wilder. He acknowledged that fans still want to see the matchup and believes Wilder can come back and fight another day. This leaves hope for a potential clash between the two heavyweight giants in the future.
Joshua's Impressive Performance
Joshua showcased his skills and dominance in his recent fight against Otto Wallin. He stopped the southpaw in the fifth round, leaving Wallin battered and bruised. However, Joshua humbly refused to rate his own performance and left that judgment to his team and fans. He emphasized that it was just another day in the office for him.
Quest for Greatness
Looking ahead, Joshua has his sights set on becoming a three-time heavyweight champion. After successfully rebuilding his career with three consecutive wins this year, he is determined to achieve greatness. Joshua stated, "I am searching for greatness, not hopping around and enjoying myself."
With Joshua's impressive skills and determination, fans can look forward to more thrilling fights in the future. Will a showdown with Wilder finally happen? Only time will tell.
