Anthony Joshua Hesitates to Commit to Tyson Fury Showdown

Boxing fans were left disappointed after Anthony Joshua refused to immediately accept Tyson Fury's challenge for a highly anticipated British heavyweight fight. Following Fury's victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov, the Gypsy King called out Joshua, but the latter remained non-committal, stating that he will 'probably' fight Fury next. Joshua expressed his desire to negotiate the terms of the fight through official channels rather than in the heat of the moment. The potential bout between two of Britain's greatest heavyweights has been years in the making, but a previous agreement in 2021 fell through when Deontay Wilder exercised a rematch clause. Joshua emphasized that he is not interested in engaging in a war of words, instead preferring to focus on the contractual aspects of the fight. The rivalry between the two fighters has been simmering for over a decade, with Joshua asserting that he is the one in control, saying 'I'm the boss.' Joshua's caution may be due in part to his recent personal struggles, including a serious car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of his friends. He is currently prioritizing his personal life and will only commit to the fight when he is '100 per cent' ready.