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Joshua eyes MMA cage after boxing dominance
4 Jun
Summary
- Anthony Joshua is considering a move to MMA.
- He recently knocked out Francis Ngannou in boxing.
- Joshua wants high-profile opponents if he switches.
Boxing heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has voiced his consideration of venturing into MMA.
Following his decisive knockout victory over Francis Ngannou in March 2026, Joshua questioned why more top fighters do not cross over into different combat sports.
He expressed a desire to step into MMA's territory, acknowledging the significant business involved and the caliber of fighters in disciplines like kickboxing and MMA. Joshua suggested that such a crossover would be compelling for fans.
Joshua highlighted the success of Holly Holm in the UFC as a positive example of a boxer transitioning to MMA. He also noted the cautionary tale of James Toney's experience, stressing that he would only consider such a move for high-profile, name opponents.
He believes that the pinnacle of combat sport remains boxing, but is open to seeing significant cross-sport bouts in the future.
