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Agit Kabayel’s Tyson Fury Pick Leans on Old Memories

Agit Kabayel picks Tyson Fury to handle Anthony Joshua, but that pick relies on memories from a decade ago. Kabayel shared rounds with Fury back Agit Kabayel’s Tyson Fury Pick Leans on Old Memories @ Boxing News 24

Published: Sunday, 11 October 2026 at 5:19 PM
Agit Kabayel’s Tyson Fury Pick Leans on Old Memories
Key Things to Know
  • Boxing News 24 argues Agit Kabayel's prediction backing Tyson Fury over Anthony Joshua relies on outdated sparring memories.
  • Kabayel stated that Fury possesses superior boxing IQ, but noted Joshua retains dangerous one-punch knockout capability.
  • Kabayel sparred Fury as a prospect in 2016 and faced Joshua three years later in 2019.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Heavyweight Agit Kabayel has picked Tyson Fury to defeat Anthony Joshua, praising Fury's superior ring intelligence while acknowledging Joshua's single-shot knockout power. Kabayel based his assessment on sparring sessions against both men, noting that his toughest sparring experience came against Fury back in 2016 before later testing Joshua in 2019.

Boxing News 24 argues that Kabayel's prediction overlooks Fury's faded mobility and aging reflexes compared to a decade ago. The outlet asserts that Fury's recent decline and reduced foot speed would leave him vulnerable to Joshua's dangerous power.

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