Anthony Joshua's 5 Greatest Wins
Anthony Joshua is one of the best boxers of his generation. Soft-spoken and built like a superhero, possessing solid fundamentals and brutal punching power, the British fighter had a swift rise to superstardom after winning a gold medal at the 2012 Olympics.
As a professional, the Watford-born boxer is a two-time unified heavyweight champion and currently holds a professional record of 24-2. 'AJ' competes in a division brimming with elite talent. The likes of Oleksandr Usyk, Dillian Whyte, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder are all fighting in the same weightclass.
One of the sport's most well-known stars and fighting professionally since 2013, Joshua has crafted a stellar resume filled with accolades and championships. Despite losing his titles in his latest bout, at only 32 years of age, 'AJ' still has time to establish a long-lasting legacy.
In this list, we take a look at 5 of Joshua's greatest wins.
Watch some of Joshua's greatest knockouts and highlights in the video below:
#5. Anthony Joshua vs. Dillian Whyte
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Anthony Joshua vs. Dillian Whyte was a fight between two bitter rivals. There was a history of bad blood between the British pair, as Whyte defeated Joshua during their amateur careers. Both men entered the O2 Arena in London undefeated on December 12th, 2015 and the buildup leading up to the clash was filled with animosity.
The press conferences were heated, insults were hurled, and British fans were left wondering not only who the better fighter was, but which man would be able to capture success on the world stage.
From the opening bell, the two rivals threw nothing but heat. Both were determined to start the fight with power punches. The first round was action-packed and saw Joshua hurt Whyte early. Sticking his tongue out and walking his opponent down, 'AJ' got off to a dominant start.
If any fans thought the animosity between the two fighters was artificial and fabricated, these notions were quickly dispelled when both men threw punches after the closing bell.
Aside from the second round that saw Dillian Whyte wobble his rival, the fight ultimately went Anthony Joshua's way. The longer the bout dragged on, the more 'AJ' was able to consistently find his mark and land the harder and crisper shots. In the seventh round, Joshua ended the fight with a sensational uppercut that sent Whyte falling to the canvas, with one arm desperately clinging to the ropes.
The domestic clash showcased Joshua's readiness and resilience for the world stage. In his very next fight, he went on to capture the IBF Heavyweight Title against American champion Charles Martin.