Promoter Eddie Hearn insists he has “never been more confident” Anthony Joshua will emerge triumphant from his British heavyweight battle with Tyson Fury.
Joshua and Fury are anticipated to lastly share the ring this yr, though a location and date for the blockbuster bout are but to be finalised.
Two-time world champion Joshua has been coaching alongside former opponent Oleksandr Usyk forward of a comeback bout in opposition to Kristian Prenga on July 25 and Hearn believes his fighter shall be properly ready to topple Fury.
“Fury’s a tremendous fighter, very clever. I’ve just always felt that AJ beats Tyson Fury,” Hearn instructed Sky Sports activities.
“And now, together with his coaching camp with Usyk and the best way he simply appears and the way centered he’s, I simply assume that I’ve by no means been extra assured that he wins the struggle.
“But it’s not going to be easy because Fury’s a great competitor and a great fighter.”
Fury has additionally indicated he’ll take a warm-up struggle earlier than dealing with Joshua, however is but to announce an opponent or a date.
Hearn has beforehand admitted if both fighter loses beforehand then plans for Fury vs Joshua shall be ruined.
“Unfortunately, Tyson Fury’s used to earning a lot of money and perhaps the purse that has been suggested is not one that he’s very happy about,” mentioned Hearn.
“However actually, nobody actually needs the struggle for him. Are you aware what I imply? So you have to form of determine the cash is what it’s.
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Promoter Frank Warren gives the newest on what’s taking place relating to Fury’s potential struggle with Joshua
“Do you want to do it or do you not want to do it now? He wants to be in training camp. He wants to be active. And I understand all that, but it’s not really our business.
“They’ll do what they need to do. And we will simply concentrate on July 25.”
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