Roy Jones Jr warns Anthony Joshua to avoid facing Tyson Fury, calls for trainer adjustment

Former four-weight world champion Roy Jones Jr has voiced his opinion on the speculation surrounding Tyson Fury's next opponent, advising one particular individual to avoid facing “The Gypsy King.” Recent rumors have linked Fury to various potential opponents, including Zhilei Zhang, Andy Ruiz Jr, and former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.

There was also talk of a September bout between Fury and Anthony Joshua, but Joshua's team rejected the proposal in favor of a scheduled fight against Deontay Wilder in Saudi Arabia. Jones, who was previously rumored to be in the running to train Joshua, commended the decision made by Joshua's representatives in an interview.

Roy Jones Jr questioned the logic of someone coming off a poor performance and immediately facing Tyson Fury. He emphasized the importance of establishing a strong rapport with one's team before taking on such a monumental fight. According to Jones, it would be unwise for Joshua, who is still adjusting to his new trainer, to challenge the division's top fighter without first settling in with his team.


As for Joshua's upcoming bouts, it appears that a rematch with Dillian Whyte is set for August 12. If victorious, Joshua is expected to engage in a blockbuster showdown against 'the Bronze Bomber' Deontay Wilder in December.

Meanwhile, Skill Challenge is eyeing a duel between Joshua and Wilder on the same card as an undisputed clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk in Saudi Arabia.

FAQs

Q1. How old is Anthony Joshua?
A1. As of June 2023, he is currently 33 years old.

Q2. Where is Anthony Joshua from?
A2. He was born in Watford, United Kingdom.