Anthony Joshua resumes training under Iegor Golub’s guidance, preparing for a heavyweight comeback later this year. The two-time world champion took time away from boxing following a tragic crash in Nigeria last year that claimed the lives of two close friends.
Training Camp with Ukrainian Coach
Joshua sharpens his skills alongside Golub, the Ukrainian trainer who assisted during the rapid preparation for his knockout victory over Jake Paul in six rounds. Recent gym sessions show Joshua focusing on technical drills, heavy bag work, and jump rope conditioning to rebuild his stamina.
Golub shares images of the sessions with the caption: “Back to training.” Oleksandr Usyk, Joshua’s former rival who defeated him twice on points in 2021 and 2022, joins the gym ahead of his May clash with kickboxing star Rico Verhoeven. Usyk offers technique tips during Joshua’s kettlebell exercises.
Comeback Fight Options
Speculation surrounds Joshua’s next bout, including a potential blockbuster with Tyson Fury. Fury plans a return next month against Russian heavyweight Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fellow British heavyweight Dillian Whyte emerges as another viable opponent as he restarts his career post-setback.
Promoter Eddie Hearn’s Updates
Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, hints at big developments. Hearn posts an Instagram photo from a previous ring walk with Joshua, captioned “loading.”
Hearn reveals Joshua swiftly rejected an offer from a rival promoter. “He won’t mind me saying it, but AJ had an approach around the back, a couple of weeks ago,” Hearn states on The Ariel Helwani Show. “Do you know how quickly he sent me the message, the screenshot? Seconds. ‘Let me know what you wanna reply.’ And it’s like, we’re a team. ‘Til the wheels come off, we are a team, and I’ve got your back always.”
