Nigerian-born British heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua has received a 28-day suspension from boxing after his recent defeat to Daniel Dubois. The suspension follows standard procedures for fighters who experience knockouts.
[dropcap]A[/dropcap]nthony Joshua, the Nigerian-born British heavyweight boxer, has been banned from boxing for at least 28 days following his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois on September 21.
In a high-stakes match held at Wembley Stadium in front of 96,000 fans, Joshua was knocked out in the fifth round after being knocked down four times.
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This defeat not only secured Dubois’s IBF heavyweight title but also left Joshua’s future in the sport uncertain. In accordance with the regulations set by the British Boxing Board of Control and the Association of Boxing Commissions and Combative Sports, a mandatory 28-day medical suspension has been imposed on Joshua following the knockout.
Despite the setback, Joshua expressed his determination to continue fighting, insisting that retirement is not on his mind. “You’re probably asking if I still want to consider fighting. Of course, I want to continue fighting,” he stated. He reflected on the challenges of the fight, acknowledging that fine margins can make a difference at the top level.
Joshua also praised Dubois, saying, “When I sign up to fight opponents, I don’t really like them in my head anymore. But now that it’s done, I take my hat off to him and say well done.”
The suspension means Joshua will be eligible to return to the ring in November 2024, as he aims to bounce back from this recent defeat.
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