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Klitschko passes torch to Joshua

Andrew Karlov | Published Aug. 4, 2017, 3:04 a.m.

Wladimir Klitschko and Anthony Joshua

Former world heavyweight champion Wladimir Klitschko (64-5, 54 KOs) said he is leaving the box with a calm heart, as he has a worthy substitute in British heavyweight IBF, WBA and IBO champion Anthony Joshua ( 19-0, 19 KOs).

This is what Klitschko said on his Twitter: "My heart is at peace as I pass the torch to Anthony Joshua - the next generation. Good luck little bro, I'm proud of you”.

“Respect champ! We lit the scene up in April! You are welcome to give me any advice on how to keep this going for the next 10 years!” Joshua answered

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