McGuigan: Joshua had idiotic tactics against Usyk

Last week, information appeared that the IBF, WBA and WBO world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk (19-0, 13 KOs) decided to start preparing for the rematch with Anthony Joshua (24-2, 22 KOs). This fight should take place around June. Meanwhile, Irish former featherweight champion Barry McGuigan thinks Joshua will have to make drastic changes in his second fight with the Ukrainian if the Brit wants to win this time.

“Joshua was mentally broken in the first fight, Usyk was on the verge of an early victory. The idea of ​​boxing with Usyk was technically idiotic, completely stupid. AJ must change radically, he must apply strong pressure, use his physical strength and strive for an early victory. This is the only way for him,” says McGuigan.

Recall that Usyk outboxed Joshua in September last year at the Tottenham Stadium in London, winning by unanimous decision. The winner of the fight Joshua - Usyk II can meet with the best in a pair of Tyson Fury - Dillian Whyte, whose meeting will be held at Wembley Stadium on April 23.