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Joshua Rethinks Career After Gaethje's Upset Win
15 Jul
Summary
- Anthony Joshua was profoundly impacted by Justin Gaethje's upset victory.
- Ilia Topuria's loss made Joshua view the fight game as extremely serious.
- Joshua seeks a 'fight-focused' army, shunning distractions.
The outcome of Justin Gaethje's fight against Ilia Topuria has prompted a significant career reflection for heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua. Gaethje's decisive victory, considered a major upset, deeply affected Joshua, who viewed Topuria as destined for success. This event served as a stark reminder of the fight game's seriousness.
Joshua emphasized the need to be less accessible and more focused, drawing parallels to his own past upset loss to Andy Ruiz Jr. He expressed a desire to surround himself with individuals who share a 'fight-focused' mentality, aiming to build a disciplined unit. Joshua's upcoming bout on July 25 against Kristian Prenga is seen as preparation for a later confrontation with Tyson Fury.
