Anthony Joshua spoke ahead of his fight against Jake Paul (Image: AP). Anthony Joshua didn’t hesitate to name his top five best heavyweights. It is a debate that has raged on for decades in boxing. In the past century or so, the sport has been dominated by heavyweights. Ex-professionals, legends of the fighting game and even ex-professionals can’t agree on who the five best heavyweights are. The debate will continue for years. Everyone has their own opinion. Joshua, a two-time heavyweight boxing champion, was asked to list his five favourite fighters in the history. The 36-year old did need some time to think, but he didn’t hesitate when he revealed his list. It included him!”Obviously, Joe Louis, Muhammad Ali and myself. Also, Mike Tyson …., Jim Corbett.” In response to Tyson being included, Joshua stated: “I saw an interview where Emanuel Steward put it best.” Few fighters are able to make guys as tall as 6’6 want to fight like they’re 5’11, and there’s not many of them. Mike Tyson, a boxer who had 6’6″ guys wearing black shorts and rolling their head in disbelief. His boxing skills were not the only thing that made him a legend. His aura and psychology also played a major role. Cus D’Amato was shown to us. He introduced himself. Mike Tyson introduced Cus D’Amato. He was a great addition to heavyweight boxing, and not only from a combative point of view.The article is an affiliate link, and we may receive a commission if you purchase anything. Learn more£0Netflix | SkyGet the deal hereAnthony Joshua and Jake Paul will face off for a heavyweight clash in Miami on December 19. The fight will stream live on Netflix, which fans can get for free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the brand’s ‘lowest ever price’ for Sky TV.Many may question Joshua’s decision to include himself, but who are they to argue? AJ was confident from the moment he put on the gloves for his first fight. He believed in himself and knew he could achieve greatness in the sport. Joshua, who won gold in the Olympic Games of London in 2012 and went on to become a professional boxer soon after, was quick to impress in the sport.
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