Watch Anthony Joshua's explosive punching power during an arcade boxing session at Easter Park Party in Watford

ANTHONY JOSHUA displayed his explosive punching power to his Watford fans by taking on an arcade boxing machine.

The 32-year-old Watford boxer took the day off to train as he prepares to face Olesksandr Usyk in a highly anticipated rematch.

Joshua wants to regain his heavyweight belts after his September 2021 defeat.

AJ had a great day at the gym, as he enjoyed a day with friends and family, including his nieces and nephews, at a park party.

Clean Herts Community, a foundation established by Joshua and his friends and which aims at helping Watfordshire and Hertfordshire as much as possible, hosted a free Easter Tea Party on Sunday in Meridan Park.

AJ had a great time spending quality time with his family as he enjoyed the Easter egg hunt and face-painting.

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He was encouraged to try his boxing skills at an arcade boxing machine as part Hard Hitters UK's search for the country's best puncher.

Joshua did not disappoint. He clocked up an astonishing 887, which left the crowd gasping for breath.

He then turned his attention to the camera, and shouted "Watford is winning!"

Later that afternoon, the ever-growing crowd of fans surrounded local boxing hero while he gave an inspirational speech in the beautiful Hertfordshire sun.

Soon, Joshua will turn his attention to Usyk.

Negotiations for the rematch are still ongoing and contracts have not yet been signed.

It is however expected that it will take place within the next months, with the fight being staged outside the UK.

Saudi Arabia is the most likely destination.

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Joshua lost his WBA, WBO and IBF world titles to Usyk last autumn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

He has worked hard in recent months to make sure he is ready to be crowned champion once again.