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AJ's Big Decision
Anthony Joshua, the renowned British boxer, has made a surprising revelation about his upcoming fight against Francis Ngannou. Joshua, 34, disclosed that he rejected three other potential opponents to make this highly anticipated clash happen. The fight is scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia on March 8.
What Could Have Been
Prior to Joshua's victory over Otto Wallin in December, he had signed to face American knockout artist Deontay Wilder. However, Wilder's defeat to Joseph Parker left many believing that a fight between Joshua and Wilder was no longer possible. Additionally, a clash with IBF mandatory Filip Hrgovic and a trilogy against Andy Ruiz Jr were also discussed as potential options.
The Ngannou Opportunity
Despite the other proposals, Joshua's team approached him about the fight with Ngannou, and he quickly recognized it as a good opportunity. Joshua expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "Let's roll. Let's go."
Focusing on Ngannou
Joshua emphasized that his current focus is solely on the Ngannou fight. He acknowledged the challenge that Ngannou presents and claimed that he himself is a difficult opponent for anyone. Joshua's mindset is to treat this fight as his undisputed title fight and approach it with the utmost respect.
What's Next for Joshua
If Joshua emerges victorious against Ngannou, many fans will be eager to see him face the winner of the upcoming undisputed fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. Joshua has previously lost twice to Usyk, but a highly anticipated all-British showdown between him and Fury has yet to materialize.
It seems that Joshua is determined to take one fight at a time and give his full focus to the task at hand, with Ngannou being his current priority. Fans can expect fireworks in this exciting clash between two formidable fighters.
