Anthony Joshua’s future in boxing is uncertain after his brutal loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium. The former world heavyweight champion suffered a fourth career defeat, sparking speculation about his potential retirement.
Joshua, who was knocked down four times before being knocked out in the fifth round, quickly dismissed talk of retirement in the post-match press conference. However, legendary promoter Bob Arum believes Joshua’s best days are behind him, stating, “I think it’s over for him.” Arum cited Joshua’s numerous wars in the ring as a factor in his decline.
Arum suggested a farewell fight between Joshua and former WBC champion Deontay Wilder, who is also struggling after back-to-back losses to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang. “Maybe they can fight each other, that’d be good,” Arum said. A Joshua-Wilder showdown has long been discussed but never materialized.
The timing may now be perfect for this high-profile matchup, considering both fighters’ current predicaments. Joshua’s defeat has raised questions about his ability to compete at the top level, while Wilder’s recent losses have diminished his own title
