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Anthony Joshua’s response when Tyson Fury challenges him face-to-face: “I challenge you”

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Tyson Fury cruised to victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in his first fight since December 2024, then engaged in a tense exchange with ringside Anthony Joshua, challenging him to a Battle of Britain megafight this summer. Fury won a unanimous decision in a one-sided fight against Russian Makhmudov, with the judges scoring it 120-108, 120-108, 119-109 in favor of the Gypsy king at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Fury called Joshua to the ring after the fight, but AJ declined the invitation. The pair simply shook hands as Joshua said: “It’s your night, it’s your night.” Earlier in the day, there were rumors that a fight between the two would be announced if Fury won upon his return to the ring. During the Fury fight, Joshua told Netflix: “I have my eye on the prize, it’s been a long time, we’re going to be in deep water soon. The plan is right left hook, right left hook until something lands and then boom.”

And in the ring after the victory, Fury looked at Joshua and said: “Thank you all for coming out tonight. I really appreciate each and every one of you. 16 months off and we’re filling Tottenham again. But like I said, let me take Arslanbek Makhmudov out and we’ll talk further. Then I want to give you the fight you’ve all been waiting for. I want you, AJ. Anthony Joshua.”

As the crowd roared, Fury added, “Let’s give the fight fans what they want. That’s my challenge. I challenge you, Anthony Joshua, to fight me, Tyson Fury, the Gypsy King, NEXT! Do you accept my challenge? Let him say yes or no now. Come on, you huge b***h, will you fight or not?”

Joshua sat staring at his compatriot the entire time and was then called to the ring, but chose to remain in his seat. When he handed over the microphone, he replied, “Tyson, you’re a hit man. I’ve never had a problem getting in the ring with you. I punched you when we were kids. And after watching you here tonight, I punch you again.”

“With all due respect, tonight is your night and you know that when the time is right I will sit across from you in the ring. You are not going to tell me what to do. I have been chasing you for the last 10 years. When you are ready, come to me and tell me your terms and I will accept you in the ring when I am ready. I am the boss. You work for me. I am the landlord, remember that, you work for me.”

Fury then responded: “The ball is in your court. Let’s give the fight fans what they want. Don’t run from me this time. 10 years in the making, let’s f**k you! You’re another dosser and you’re getting knocked out. Believe it.”

Joshua then entered the ring to speak to Netflix, but refused to confirm that the fight would take place next. He added: “I will be completely sincere. Negotiations are ongoing. I have felt melancholy many times at this table with him.

“Deep in my heart, I’m going to fight Tyson Fury tomorrow. Especially after watching it. There’s no problem with me fighting. It’s what I do. I’m not going to sit here and say, ‘Yes, I’ll fight him!’. I’m not here to gain an advantage, I’m here to fight. Contracts will be sent, we’ll discuss the finer details and you’ll probably see us in the ring next, which is more than likely.”

“I’m not here to get in the ring and start screaming in someone’s face. If you look at my track record, I’ve never done that. I’m not here to have clout, I wanted to watch the fight, I’ve seen what I’ve seen and I know what to do when I get him in the ring.”

Boxing fans have been waiting for a long time for the appearance of two Britons – Fury (now 37) and Joshua (36). AJ added: “Listen, he’s the one who retired. I was in the game, I never retired, the last 13 years I was forceful, it’s his fault. He disappears, he comes back, he disappears, he comes back. I’m forceful.”

“I’m not here to chase fame or hype, I’m a real person and I’ll fight anyone in front of me, whether it’s him or the next person. It doesn’t matter to me. I fight huge fights. It’s just my style. I fight huge fights. He works for me.”

Asked if he wanted a warm-up fight for the Fury fight, Joshua replied: “Good question. It could be a warm-up fight after what I saw today! We’ll see. I had a grave incident about four months ago, so I need to see what’s going on with my return to the ring.”

“I’m here and I have my finger on the pulse. There are real things going on in my life, I’m not avoiding anyone. I know what my job is. And there are real things that I have to take care of. When I’m 100 percent, I’ll be ready. That’s what I do. I’m playing the game. Everyone knows I’m playing the game. That’s what I do, I’m a grave fighter and I’m very forceful. When I hit Fury, I’m going to hurt him. He’s bad.”

In December, Joshua was involved in a car accident that killed two of his friends – his personal trainer Latif Ayodele and strength coach Sina Ghami – and added: “I have to [do what’s right for me]. I’m sorting out some things. My brothers with their parents. The Brotherhood takes care of everything, I have to put it first, it’s my priority.

“Tyson Fury, if he’s grave, you’ll see him in the ring and you’ll see me in the ring. I’m a grave person. Whether it’s against him or not… the ball will be in his court.

“I’ve been here a million times. When my name and signature is on the dotted line, it’s a fight. There’s nothing on the dotted line right now. Neither is him. To be sincere with you, there’s no fight right now.”

“Until the first bell rings, there’s no fight. I’ve been here three or four times [Deontay] Wilder and Fury. This is uninteresting to me. It’s exhilarating for the guys back home. As for me, I’ve been here many times. It’s no problem.

“I like his fighting style, I think he’s good, but I don’t think he would be able to handle me. I know it will be a very demanding job for him. But I don’t want to talk too much.”

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Dave Allen vs. Filip Hrgovic – Gigantic Fight Preview and Predictions

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Adeleye was beaten by Hrgovic in Riyad. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

Frank Warren is promoting a Doncaster show for the first time in over thirty years, while Dave Allen is keen to disrupt the odds in his hometown.

Hrgovic will enter the competition as the clear favorite against Allen after his last victory in Saudi Arabia.

“El Animal” heads into the main event looking to burst the bubble of Allen, who is fighting in Doncaster for the first time in over 10 years.

Over the years, Hrgovic has competed at a higher level, with wins over Zhilei Zhang, Dempsey McKean and Joe Joyce.

He last saw action in the Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte match in Riyad, Saudi Arabia.

The Croatian defeated David Adeleye on a huge scorecard, although he faced some adversity in the eighth round when the Briton reacted well after being dropped himself in the earlier round.

Adeleye was beaten by Hrgovic in Riyad. Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry

During the period in which Hrgovic did not fight, Allen fought twice, the first in October when he faced Tyson Fury’s last opponent, Arslanbek Makhmudov. at the Sheffield Arena.

“The White Rhino” was outscored over 12 rounds, with the three judges scoring him 109-117, 110-116 and 111-115.

Arslanbek Makhmudov proved too strong for Dave Allen in Sheffield. Photo credit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Arslanbek Makhmudov proved too powerful for Dave Allen in Sheffield. Photo credit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Allen returned four months later when he faced French heavyweight Karim Berredjem, whom he handled easily, stopping his fighter with a minute remaining in the first round.

Allen spoke to professional boxing fans after the pair faced off for the first time during fight week and admitted he was the underdog but was joyful for the opportunity.

“I can’t sit here and say I can beat him, but I know I can compete with him.

“You never really know because you might have a one night stand. I just need one night, like when Lucas Browne left his upper body to finish him off.”

Allen scored a career-best win over former world champion Lucas Brown in 2019. Photo: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing
Allen scored a career-best win over former world champion Lucas Brown in 2019. Photo: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing

“Or [when he won against] Nick Webb, if I hit any of them, it’s game over.

“So I’m going into this with a little more confidence, more confidence than I’ve ever had before.”

Prediction: Hrgovic will have to be at his best to avoid being dragged into the deep end like he was in the eighth round against Adeleye, but he should have enough points to score over the tough Allen.

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Gomez Jr. wastes no time getting back into the ring. Just 46 days after his victory over Jordan Flynn, he returns to fight against the tough Lee McGregor.

He stopped Flynn in the third round of the fight, with the 30-year-old claiming he suffered a broken jaw.

This was Gomez Jr.’s first appearance. since his arrest by Reece Belotti last February.

Michael Gomes Jr scored an impressive TKO victory in Manchester. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
Michael Gomes Jr scored an impressive TKO victory in Manchester. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

He will be hoping to build on his recent win against McGregor, who has also fought just once since defeat last year.

McGregor most recently won a points decision over Emiliano Leonel Araujo in his first appearance since being stopped by Nathaniel Collins.

Prediction: Gomez Jr should have enough points to earn points over 10 rounds.

Undercard remaining

Louie O’Doherty and Ahmed Hatim fought challenging in an open training session yesterday and tensions are starting to build between the two undefeated fighters.

They are scheduled to fight for both the British and Commonwealth lightweight titles.

The fight will last 12 rounds. O’Doherty is coming off a 10th-round stoppage win over Regan Glackin, while Hatim won a unanimous decision over Liam Dillon last September.

Prediction: In a real 50-50 fight, O’Doherty could have the points advantage.

Dave Allen’s welterweight fighter, Joe Hayden, returns to action after an impressive second-round stoppage victory over James Atkins after his last fight, during which he won the first belts of his professional career.

He should have more than enough to beat Ryan Frost again in the later rounds, and Frost has defeated his last four opponents.

Exceptional prospects Asadkhuja Muydinkhujaev and Kian Hamilton return for the second professional appearance of their careers and both will impress. Each of them should win at the break.

Hull’s Ted Jackson returns to action against Mike Byles and should claim his seventh win since turning professional, while amateur standout Bradley Casey should remain undefeated in the cruiserweight division.

Leighton Birchall should stop Leonardo Baez early in the qualifiers, which will also feature Carl Fail.

Maxi Hughes was scheduled to challenge Lewis Sylvester, but the fight was canceled the week of the fight and “Maximus” withdrew for reasons that have yet to be disclosed.

O'Leary retained Maxie Hughes. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney
O’Leary retained Maxie Hughes. Photo credit: Queensberry/Leigh Dawney

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Derek Chisora ​​shock distracts from retirement

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Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora ​​by split decision at the O2 Arena Photo: MF Pro/David Cavan

Derek Chisora ​​has gone back on his vow to retire and insists he will return for a rematch with Deontay Wilder.

Chisora ​​was defeated by a split decision by Wilder last month at the O2 Arena.

The 42-year-old, who has fallen twice in the fight, previously announced he would end his 50-fight professional career regardless of the outcome.

However, the Londoner now claims he wants to secure a rematch with the ‘Brown Bomber’ after his wife allowed him to continue fighting.

“I’m working on a rematch,” he said Sky Sports News.

Deontay Wilder defeated Derek Chisora ​​by split decision at the O2 Arena Photo: MF Pro/David Cavan

“My wife gave me the green featherlight, so I will do a rematch.

“I haven’t confirmed it yet.

“I have some meetings tomorrow [on Wednesday] and we’ll see how it goes.

“He [Wilder] he is interested because he is also upset about the outcome.

“Yes, he could have won, but he’s nervous, so we’re going to do it again.

“That’s all. [At the] I will retire at the end of this year.”

Wilder and Chisora ​​hug after the battle. Photo: MF Pro/David Cavan
Wilder and Chisora ​​hug after the battle. Photo: MF Pro/David Cavan

Wilder was hoping to secure a long-awaited fight against Anthony Joshua, whom he called out after defeating Chisora.

40-year-old former world heavyweight champion passed by “AJ” after the fight and told him: “let’s do it.”

However, Joshua, who has not fought since knocking out Jake Paul in December, has opted to fight Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Riyad and will then face Tyson Fury in November, provided he wins.

Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel stated that Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn had not contacted them.

On July 25 in Riyad, Anthony Joshua will face Kristian Prenga
On July 25 in Riyad, Anthony Joshua will face Kristian Prenga

“You can’t be disappointed with something that never happened,” Finkel said Heavenly sports.

“Eddie never contacted us and Joshua obviously had no intention of fighting Deontay Wilder.

“Same ancient story, just fresh date.”

Joshua’s fight against Prenga is his first since defeating Paul and a fatal car crash that killed two of his close friends and left him with minor injuries.

Fury, who retired last month and defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov, is now also expected to fight again before finally facing his British rival.

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