ANTHONY JOSHUA broke his silence after Tyson Fury defeated Deontay Wilder. He said that it was 'lovely to see the Gypsy King make his family proud.
AJ was humble about Fury defeating the Bronze Bomber, despite Oleksandr Usyk's defeat, which put a Battle of Britain between them in danger.
After Tyson Fury beat Deontay wilder
, Anthony Joshua finally spoke out.
Fury retained his WBC Heavyweight Champion belt by knocking Wilder out on October 9, just two weeks after Joshua lost all of his to Usyk's on points.
The Brit praised Fury's efforts and said to iFL TV, "Fury did really well in his first title defense as a champion."
It shows how difficult it is to be champion at the moment.
"But he did very well in the storm, and SugarHill deserves an applause corner.
He was able to trust his mentor and gain wisdom, which made for a very successful corner setup.
"Well done to him WBC champion in the world and two-time champion. It is a lovely tribute for his family, especially John Fury, who is his greatest f ****** fan.
"It is so lovely to see him make his family proud, just as I do mine.
"And Sugar Hill Steward Andy Lee have done an excellent job with Tyson."
Joshua has activated his Usyk clause rematch clause, and Eddie Hearn targets a March or April fight.
While he will likely face Fury in a big-money fight shortly after, it is not clear if Wilder will ever fight again.
However, AJ believes that the American could still achieve great things if he uses Fury's second defeat as 'fuel.
Joshua said, "I would have iced half of the mother f ****** that he has in their fights."
"Then you have to face a few good fighters, which shows just how hard it can be at the top.
He is learning now because he realizes that's*** Fury' is a decent fighter and that if he uses his ability learn as fuel, he could get far in the next three to four years.
"I have learned from my experience, such as taking punches and trying not to be hit.
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"I would gladly take these fights with Wilder, and I want people know that I would fight any fighter in their prime or any time.
"Give me a mandatory, and I will fight anybody. I love the game and will fight any person."
