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Filip Hrgovic Urges Anthony Joshua to Retire After Fury

Filip Hrgovic is calling for Anthony Joshua to hang up the gloves after he takes on Tyson Fury. In Hrgovic’s eyes, constantly switching corners cannot patch up lost self-belief. That

Published: Sunday, 4 October 2026 at 10:28 PM
Filip Hrgovic Urges Anthony Joshua to Retire After Fury
Key Things to Know
  • Filip Hrgovic urged Anthony Joshua to retire from boxing following his fight against Tyson Fury.
  • Hrgovic claimed Joshua's frequent coaching changes indicate a lack of self-confidence rather than tactical issues.
  • Hrgovic suggested that Joshua is likely pursuing the high-profile fight primarily for financial reasons.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Heavyweight contender Filip Hrgovic has called for Anthony Joshua to retire from boxing following his upcoming bout against Tyson Fury. Speaking to The Stomping Ground, Hrgovic argued that Joshua's frequent trainer changes reflect underlying issues with self-confidence rather than tactical coaching problems, suggesting Joshua may be taking the fight largely for financial reasons.

Joshua is working with trainer Ben Davison to prepare for the clash with Fury. Hrgovic stated that Joshua possesses only a puncher's chance, noting that tactical preparation cannot compensate for hesitation inside the ring against an elite opponent.

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