Anthony Joshua mocks Tyson Fury in tell-all social | Boxing News

Anthony Joshua has issued a uncommon public problem to Tyson Fury, calling out his British rival in a social media outburst. Joshua hasn’t stepped into the ring since struggling a knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in the fifth spherical of their Wembley encounter last September.

The former world champion subsequently underwent elbow surgical procedure but has returned to training and is anticipated to compete again in early 2026. Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn anticipates his fighter may have a tune-up bout before probably dealing with Fury – though Joshua seems to have different plans.

Following a press convention for Joseph Parker’s October conflict with Fabio Wardley, the 2012 Olympic gold medallist took to social media with a taunting message aimed at his rival. “I can’t lie, I’m proud of Joseph Parker,” he wrote. “Even though he is a competitor, real recognises real.

“He’s in the sport to battle whoever, whenever and that’s the DNA of a real basic. Unlike his dippy mate Tyson Fury. I’d dissect his profession/report in minutes but I’ll go away that for a potential Gloves Are Off if he ever comes back and fights Big Femi. Fabio Wardley, respect to you as nicely. Bro was working in recruitment serving to your dad get a job a couple of years in the past. Let that be a testomony to God rooting in one’s favour and a assertion to show, nothing is inconceivable (if you possibly can have a scrap haha).”

He concluded, addressing his fans: “To my supporters, I’ll be back to lace up my boots and put on my gloves sooner than later, hopefully punching Fury’s head in and dancing around his flicker jab with ease.”

Joshua had been in discussions to fight Jake Paul, but the social media sensation has chosen to face Gervonta Davis in November instead, despite being significantly heavier than the lightweight world champion. Paul’s team maintain their interest in a bout with Joshua next year, but Hearn anticipates his fighter will pursue a different path.

Fury hasn’t stepped into the ring since his second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk last December. The Traveller announced his retirement shortly after the rematch but predictably reversed his decision weeks later. Due to his filming commitments with Netflix, he’s not anticipated to return to the ring until next 12 months.