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Joshua wanted Usyk to knock out Fury in the first fight

Alexandr Ormanji Dec. 19, 2025, 7:32 a.m.

Anthony Joshua, former world heavyweight champion, recalled the first fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. AJ wanted the Ukrainian to knock out Tyson.

“I wanted Usyk to catch him with another punch. I watched and thought, ‘Come on, please.’ It was hard to hold back. I wanted Usyk to knock out Fury, this guy needs to be calmed down. I swear, if I have the opportunity, I will put him to sleep,” Joshua's words are quoted by The Ring.

Let us remind you, on the morning of December 20th, Joshua will fight Jake Paul.

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