Anthony Joshua's ex-trainer has dismissed the idea of a fight between Joshua and Francis Ngannou, calling it "easy" and claiming it shouldn't even be sanctioned. Ngannou, a former UFC champion, has been suggested as a potential opponent for Joshua after a failed deal with Deontay Wilder. However, Joshua's ex-coach, Robert Garcia, believes the fight would be a disrespect to boxing.
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Joshua's Super-Fight with Wilder on Hold
Anthony Joshua's highly anticipated super-fight with Deontay Wilder has been put on hold after Wilder's loss to Joseph Parker. With the £100 million deal off the table, Joshua's promoter is considering alternative opponents, including Ngannou.
Garcia Criticizes Ngannou's Boxing Skills
Robert Garcia, who previously coached Joshua, expressed his doubts about Ngannou's ability to compete with the heavyweight champion. Garcia believes the fight would be too easy for Joshua and should not be sanctioned. He also criticized Ngannou's performance against Tyson Fury, claiming it was a disrespect to boxing.
Ngannou's Rise in Boxing
Despite his loss to Fury, Ngannou's stock has risen in the boxing world. The 37-year-old MMA fighter temporarily paused his career to pursue a fight with Fury in Saudi Arabia. Although he lost controversially on points, Ngannou is now being considered for a lucrative bout with Joshua.
Potential Fights for Joshua
According to Joshua's promoter, there are three potential fights being discussed, none of which involve Wilder for March. The aim is to fight the winner of the Fury-Usyk bout. In addition to Ngannou, there is also the possibility of a fight with Filip Hrgovic and Zhilei Zhang. These fights could be significant for Joshua's career and the world heavyweight title.
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