Anthony Joshua was riled up as we’ve rarely seen him during the weigh-in for his upcoming fight against Kubrat Pulev, perhaps because he knows how important it could be.
A win for Joshua could set up a hugely enticing and lucrative showdown with fellow Brit Tyson Fury.
So, with that in the background, Joshua’s uncharacteristic reaction to Pulev’s insults can perhaps be better understood.
The man from Watford hasn’t fought since being surprisingly defeated by Andy Ruiz more than a year ago.
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For this bout, both fighters have decided to go in light, as AJ looks to deploy a different strategy to the one used against Ruiz.
Pulev has a good reach, but, crucially, Joshua is quicker and physically superior.
The 39-year-old Bulgarian hasn’t featured in a major fight since 2016 but seems to be very much in the mood for this one.
Joshua, for his part, will be looking to silence his opponent and his critics.
