Anthony Joshua has provided an update on his future in boxing following his recent bout against Daniel Dubois, where he suffered a knockout in the fifth round.
The match, which took place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, September 21, 2024, saw Joshua knocked down four times by Dubois, who ultimately claimed the IBF world heavyweight title.
Despite a moment where Joshua seemed to rally with a series of punches, Dubois delivered the decisive blow shortly after.
In response to speculation about his potential retirement, Joshua addressed fans on social media on Monday, September 23, 2024. He reassured them that the defeat was simply a “bump on the road” and would not mark the end of his career.
He expressed his determination to continue fighting, making it clear that this loss would not derail his passion for the sport or his plans for the future.
“We did it once. We did it twice. Doing it a third time hasn’t been easy, but I believe it is something I can achieve. It is about taking the first steps forward, working hard and improving.It is got to come in from here [the heart], it can’t come from any external voices of influences.It has only been a day but when I sit back here, I know I have a lot of this [heart]. Keep your seatbelts tight because I know we have a lot more to bring to the game.’’
There’s been speculation about a potential rematch between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois, with Frank Warren, Dubois’ promoter, expressing interest in a second fight. However, Joshua’s contract does not include a rematch clause, leaving the possibility of a follow-up bout uncertain. Fans are eager to see if both boxers will face off again in the ring.
— Anthony Joshua (@anthonyjoshua) September 23, 2024