British boxer Anthony Joshua has had a remarkable career in the world of boxing, with numerous wins and titles under his belt. Let’s take a look at some of his career highlights and the titles he has won.
Joshua, who stands at 6’6″ and weighs 240 pounds, began his professional boxing career in 2013 after winning a gold medal at the 2012 Olympics. He quickly made a name for himself in the heavyweight division, with his impressive physique and powerful punches.
In 2016, Joshua won his first major title, the IBF heavyweight title, after defeating Charles Martin in the second round. He then went on to defend his title against Dominic Breazeale and Eric Molina, both of whom he knocked out in the seventh round.
The following year, Joshua faced off against Wladimir Klitschko in a highly anticipated match. After a grueling 11 rounds, Joshua emerged victorious, becoming the WBA (Super), IBF, and IBO heavyweight champion. This fight was named the “Fight of the Year” by numerous boxing publications.
In 2018, Joshua added another title to his collection when he defeated Joseph Parker to become the WBO heavyweight champion. He then defended all three of his titles against Alexander Povetkin in a seventh-round knockout.
However, Joshua’s winning streak came to an end in 2019 when he faced off against Andy Ruiz Jr. in a shocking upset. Joshua lost his titles to Ruiz in a seventh-round TKO. But he didn’t let this defeat stop him, as he came back stronger in a rematch against Ruiz, reclaiming his titles in a unanimous decision victory.
In 2020, Joshua added another title to his collection, the WBA (Super) heavyweight title, after defeating Kubrat Pulev in a ninth-round knockout. He currently holds the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles, making him one of the most dominant boxers in the world.
Joshua’s impressive career has earned him a spot in the International Boxing Hall of Fame, and he continues to be a force to be reckoned with in the heavyweight division. With his determination, skill, and powerful punches, Joshua has solidified himself as one of the greatest boxers of this generation.
