Robert McCracken, the former trainer of Anthony Joshua, has dismissed external noise surrounding the stalled heavyweight super-fight between Joshua and Tyson Fury. McCracken emphasized that the decision to proceed lies solely with the two fighters and is not for promoters or pundits to dictate.
The anticipation for the bout has intensified recently, with Frank Warren stating that terms were already agreed upon while awaiting Joshua’s response. Meanwhile, Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, announced that discussions have restarted with the potential venue identified as Wembley Stadium.
Tensions flared on social media when Fury labeled Joshua a “coward” and accused him of stalling, claiming the former unified world champion did not truly want the fight. However, McCracken, who guided Joshua to Olympic gold and professional title glory, argued that the fighter would welcome the opportunity to settle their rivalry.
“I think it’s not anybody else’s business whether they should fight or not,” McCracken told Sky Sports. He noted that Joshua was always willing to fight anyone, provided the packaging was appropriate for his career. McCracken added that the ongoing debate has been beneficial for the sport, keeping boxing in the public eye.
The delay follows contrasting summer performances for the two Britons. Fury secured a dominant stoppage victory over Mariusz Wach, whereas Joshua survived two knockdowns before halting Kristian Prenga. McCracken suggested Joshua would use the criticism from his close call as motivation to prove his doubters wrong.
McCracken spoke to Sky Sports ahead of ‘A Night of Solidarity’ on November 13. The event celebrates the unifying power of sport and raises funds for firefighters’ charities and community groups in North Kensington, honoring the local response to the Grenfell Tower tragedy.
Finally, someone says it! Let them fight on their own terms. The media frenzy is exhausting.
Wembley would be massive, but Joshua really needs to prove himself after that close call against Prenga.