Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou: AJ’s Approach and Rivalry Hints
Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou: AJ’s Approach and Rivalry Hints
On March 8, Anthony Joshua steps into the ring with Francis Ngannou, the second time Ngannou ventures into the boxing world after impressively going the distance against WBC champion Tyson Fury last year.
Ngannou’s remarkable debut against Fury sets the stage for comparisons as Joshua, a two-time former unified heavyweight champion, faces the MMA star. Despite a longstanding rivalry with Fury, Joshua clarifies he isn’t fixated on outperforming him against Ngannou.
“If I’m honest? Not at all,” Joshua told DAZN. While expressing a desire to excel, Joshua emphasized his record against common opponents with Fury, highlighting a consistent pattern of knockouts or stoppages.
“I like to hurt people, definitely,” Joshua explained. “But if you look at every opponent that me and Fury have got in common, I’ve knocked them out. Every opponent. Or I’ve stopped them.”
As Joshua prepares for the upcoming bout, he remains focused on his own strategy, downplaying a direct competition with Fury, but acknowledging the inevitable scrutiny of their performances.
