Simon Jordan believes Anthony Joshua should not be given the “right” to fight Daniel Dubois again following his fifth-round defeat on Saturday.

Joshua’s bid to become a three-time world heavyweight champion was spectacularly foiled as Dubois knocked him down four times before finally knocking him out when “AJ” went for a desperate final push.

The 34-year-old made a statement to the media in press conference after the fightconfirming that he will not retire and reiterated this position in video posted on social media on Monday.

Watford footballer promoter, Eddie Hearn revealed that his protégé is set to get an immediate rematch, although outspoken Jordan pundit believes it is undeserved.

“The whole evening was a homecoming for Anthony Joshua,” he said talkSPORT.

“That’s what I didn’t like.

“And the fact that he can go to a press conference where he can present his point of view to everyone and everyone applauds him, I also think is complete nonsense.

“That’s why I don’t think he has the right to a rematch.

“No challenger in any fight would get a rematch clause, the champion would get a rematch clause.”

Former world heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury watched his long-time rival from the ring and vented his frustration at the prospect of losing his £150 million winnings following Joshua’s defeat.

However, Hearn has given fresh hope that the highly anticipated British clash could still happen, revealing that he has advised ‘AJ’ to await the outcome of the December 21 rematch between Fury and Oleksandr Usyk before making a decision on his future.

“My advice is: do nothing until December 21st – Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury rematch,” Hearn said Sky Sports.

“If Fury loses, it could mean a earnest fight with Joshua, if Fury wins, it could mean a voluntary defense against Joshua.

“It’s still the most essential fight in the division, by far.”

Anthony Joshua has reiterated his intention to continue boxing following his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois last weekend.

Joshua was brutally knocked out in five rounds by underdog Dubois in front of a packed Wembley Stadium, preventing him from becoming a three-time heavyweight world champion.

After his fourth career defeat and second by knockout, some believe that “AJ” should end his brilliant professional career.

The 34-year-old, however, expressed his desire to shake things off and compete again. press conference after the fight in the slow hours of the night on Saturday.

And in the video posted on social media Today Joshua confirmed he isn’t going anywhere.

“We didn’t make it, but we have to look at the positives – that’s the attitude and perspective we have to have.

“Look what we have achieved in eleven years, it is phenomenal – what a rollercoaster journey!

“But you know what the problem is? It’s not over yet!

“We did it once, we did it twice. Doing it a third time wasn’t effortless, but I believe it’s something I can achieve.

“It’s about taking the right steps forward, working difficult and improving.

“It can’t come from any outside voices or influences, it has to come from here.

𝗛𝗲 𝗖𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗚𝗘𝗗 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗚𝗔𝗠𝗘 …@AnthonyJoshua went on a hellish journey..

..and it looks like it’s not finished yet 🫡#Box #AnthonyJoshua #JoshuaDubois #RiyadhSeasonal Card photo:twitter.com/1OUuaXaX7R

— Professional Boxing Fans (@ProBoxingFans) September 22, 2024

“Buckle up, because I know I still have a lot to offer this game – it’s going to be a long time before I can continue.”

Joshua’s Promoter Eddie Hearn he claimed that his man was contractually entitled to rematch if he wanted to, which would mean he could go back to Dubois right away.

If the second clash with “Dynamite” does not take place, there will be possible matches with teams such as Dillian Whyte and Deontay Wilder also appeared on social media.

A journalist for a British national newspaper claims he was refused entry to Anthony Joshua’s knockout match with Daniel Dubois after criticising Saudi Arabia for ‘sportwashing’. The Daily Telegraph’s Oliver Brown has been banned from Wembley Stadium after calling the build-up to the season’s event in Riyadh a ‘Saudi Disneyland’.

Before the fight, Brown wrote: article headlined: “Joshua-Dubois’s brazen act of sports speculation is turning London into a Saudi Disneyland.”

Saudi Arabia invests money in a range of sports, from boxing and soccer to tennis and golf. The term “sportswashing” refers to countries and individuals using sports to improve their damaged reputations.

The Gulf kingdom has been accused of human rights abuses, including executions of political activists, discrimination against women and religious minorities, and mistreatment of migrant workers.

Brown described Joshua vs. Dubois as “a convenient vehicle for showcasing the kingdom’s prestige to the world.” Claims that a senior PR person working on the fight sent him an email a little over three hours after his article was published.

The message allegedly said: “Should I conclude from your comments that you no longer wish to participate in this event since you clearly disagree with Saudi Arabia’s involvement in boxing?”

Brown responded by telling PR he still wanted to attend the event to cover it. He claims he has received assurances that his accreditation remains dynamic from Frank Warren’s Queensbury Promotions, with details of where to pick up his pass.

But the journalist continued: “When I arrived on fight night as arranged, the press officer had an orange armband ready for me to access the upstairs media room. But then people started showing up in the lobby to say I had been denied entry and that there was nothing they could do.

“I made numerous calls and sent numerous messages asking if someone would come down to at least discuss the situation in person. All went unanswered.”

Fans were left bewildered when the Saudi national anthem was played before the British fight. Wembley also lit up in the green colours of the country’s flag as singer Rashed Al-Majed sang to the crowd.

Dubois solidified his claim as IBF heavyweight champion by knocking out Joshua in the fifth round in front of 96,000 fans. Promoter Frank Warren says that although there is no rematch clause, Dubois would be open to fighting Joshua again.

We have contacted Matchroom Boxing for comment.