MIKE TYSON believes that American boxing fans "expect a lot" from Anthony Joshua, who is still "no walking over".
Joshua, 32, was a disaster during his US debut in 2019, after he was shocked by Andy Ruiz Jr., 32, in New York.
Six months later, he would avenge his loss but lost the unified titles again last September to Oleksandr Uzyk, 35.
His cloak of armor has vanished amongst some fans, with Usyk now the favourite of the bookies heading into their anticipated rematch.
Tyson, a heavyweight icon, has backed Joshua and reminded his fickle fans about AJ's threat.
Joe Rogan said that Anthony Joshua is no walkover. It's just that, for some reason, which I don't understand, we expect a lot of Joshua.
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"I think it's because the English are so behind him that we also got on board with the bandwagon.
"Americans expect much from Joshua."
Joshua attempted to beat Usyk, the Olympic gold medalist, but he was unsuccessful in his attempt.
Tyson, now 55 years old, said: "He can so much, that is why he's never lost hope. Joshua is dangerous because he's still learning.
FREE BETTING AND SIGN-UP DEALS - THE BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERINGS"Joshua should pick up the pace a bit. He has so much potential."
Joshua will be rematched by Usyk in July. There are currently talks about venues in the UK, Middle East and elsewhere.
Eddie Hearn, promoter, hopes to announce the fight next Wednesday, when Canelo alvarez (31), faces Dmitry Bivol (31).
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