Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua OBE, born October 15, 1989, is a celebrated British professional boxer. Known for his athletic prowess and power, he twice held the unified world heavyweight championship (2016–2021). At the regional level, he dominated as the British and Commonwealth heavyweight champion (2015–2016). As an amateur, Joshua achieved global recognition, winning silver at the 2011 World Championships and gold at the 2012 Olympics for Great Britain. Turning professional in 2013, he rapidly ascended the ranks, earning The Ring magazine’s Prospect of the Year in 2014. Joshua’s legacy blends resilience, sportsmanship, and a decorated boxing career.
Full Name: Anthony Oluwafemi Olaseni Joshua
Date of Birth: October 15, 1989
Birthplace: Watford, Hertfordshire, England
Nationality: British
Ethnicity: Nigerian (Yoruba descent)
Height: 6 feet 6 inches (198 cm)
Weight Class: Heavyweight
Education: Kings Langley Secondary School
Amateur Career Highlight: Gold medal at the 2012 London Olympics in the super-heavyweight division
Professional Debut: October 5, 2013, against Emanuele Leo (win via TKO)
Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
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Sep 21, 2024 | Daniel Dubois | Loss | KO (5) |
Mar 08, 2024 | Francis Ngannou | Win | KO (2) |
Aug 12, 2023 | Robert Helenius | Win | KO (7) |
Dec 07, 2019 | Andy Ruiz Jr. | Win | UD (12) |
Jun 01, 2019 | Andy Ruiz Jr. | Loss | TKO (7) |
Apr 29, 2017 | Wladimir Klitschko | Win | TKO (11) |
Mar 31, 2018 | Joseph Parker | Win | UD (12) |
Oct 28, 2017 | Carlos Takam | Win | TKO (10) |
Dec 12, 2020 | Kubrat Pulev | Win | KO (9) |
Dec 12, 2015 | Dillian Whyte | Win | TKO (7) |
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