Former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is facing uncertainty about his boxing future after his defeat to Daniel Dubois last September. With doubts looming over his next move, ex-WBA super-middleweight titleholder George Groves believes the only significant bout left for Joshua is a showdown with fellow Brit, Tyson Fury.
However, Groves also expressed interest in a potential match between Joshua and Jake Paul, as the YouTube star has been calling out the boxing legend for a fight. Despite the buzz surrounding a potential clash, some boxing insiders, including Groves, feel that Joshua should prioritize a fight with Fury or consider retirement over facing Paul.
Meanwhile, Saudi boxing boss Turki Alalshikh revealed discussions with Jake Paul, indicating the American’s willingness to accept a mere one percent share of the fight purse for a potential bout with Joshua. Alalshikh praised Paul’s impact on boxing’s younger generation but emphasized the importance of a competitive matchup to determine both fighters’ future in the sport.
Adding to the mix, Anthony Taylor, Paul’s former sparring partner, offered advice to Paul on facing Joshua. Taylor advised Paul to focus on movement and agility given Joshua’s size advantage, emphasizing the need to stick and move to have a chance at victory.
As speculation continues to swirl around potential matchups, the boxing world eagerly awaits Joshua’s decision on his next opponent, whether it be a high-stakes showdown with Fury, a lucrative clash with Paul, or a surprising retirement from the sport.