Trainer Ben Davison Takes on Anthony Joshua
Trainer Ben Davison has trained his share of champions – WBC and lineal heavyweight champion Tyson Fury being perhaps the biggest (in more ways than one). Now, however, Davison is training another heavyweight of note – former WBO, IBF, and WBA heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. It will be interesting to see how well the noted ring general will work work with the towering Londoner. Joshua, after all, has lost two of his last three fights, both times to Oleksandr Usyk, who took away Joshua’s belts before defending those belts successfully in their rematch. Now however, Joshua has a chance to once again impress, as he’s set to face Otto Wallin, who gave Fury almost more than the “Gypsy King” could handle a few year’s back, Saturday in Saudi Arabia.
Joshua-Wallin Fight Headlines Stacked Card in the Middle East
This weekend, the highly anticipated Joshua-Wallin fight will take place in the Middle Eastern Kingdom. But this is not the only exciting match on the card. Former WBC champ Deontay Wilder will also be facing off against former WBO heavyweight champ Joseph Parker. With multiple high-profile fights scheduled, this event is set to be one of the most thrilling in recent history.
If both Joshua and Wilder emerge victorious, there is a strong possibility that they will face each other early next year. This potential matchup has generated a lot of buzz among boxing fans and experts alike.
Joshua, who has been training with a new team led by Davison, acknowledges the importance of respecting his fellow fighters. He emphasizes that he is not trying to overshadow anyone and is grateful for the opportunity to train alongside experienced professionals.
"In terms of camp, I respect all the fighters. They've been there before me," Joshua states. "I'm aware I've got to be respectful of their space. I'm not in there like the big Charlie like, 'yeah, I'm here now.' Nah. I respect everyone there. I show them love."
Joshua not only trains with his teammates, but also alongside them. He mentions specific training routines he shares with fellow fighters, highlighting the camaraderie and support within the group.
"Me and Jeamie TKV (Tshikeva), we do our crunches and our abs together, me and Leigh Wood do circuits together, Shabaz, Pat, Luke, and all of the other boys in there," Joshua reveals. "I respect the coaches, as well."
The significance of this weekend's stacked card is not lost on Joshua and his teammates. They understand the impact it could have on their careers and the sport as a whole moving forward.
"This is the best fight card in history," Joshua declares. "I don't think I've ever seen one like this."
