{
  "id": 11304309,
  "title": "Joshua predicts first-round knockout against Fury",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/joshua-predicts-first-round-knockout-against-fury",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-01T23:26:53.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
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    "url": "https://punchng.com/joshua-predicts-first-round-knockout-against-fury/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Anthony Joshua has predicted that his upcoming fight with Tyson Fury could end in the first round, aiming for a spectacular victory when they meet on December 11 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, according to PUNCH Sports Extra. The two-time world champions have finally confirmed their bout, which was previously delayed due to a venue dispute. Joshua emphasized the significance of bringing the fight to the UK for the fans, stating that it meant a lot to him personally. He expressed his desire to deliver a knockout performance, preferably in the opening round, as his game plan. Joshua revealed that he was not willing to abandon the fight, even if his push for a UK venue failed, as long as the fight took place. He acknowledged Fury's status as a favorite among bookmakers, citing Joshua's history of being knocked out in the first round of two of his last three fights as a factor. However, Joshua remained confident in his durability and ability to surprise the fans. He also acknowledged Fury's versatility and readiness, emphasizing that the fight would be a display of skill and intensity. The encounter, for which Fury promised to \"blast him out of there,\" is set to be a highly anticipated event, streamed globally on Netflix and drawing a large crowd to Cardiff.",
  "summary": "Anthony Joshua has predicted that his long-awaited showdown with Tyson Fury could end in the opening round, declaring that he wants to deliver a spectacular victory when the pair meet on December 11 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The two-time world champions came face to face on Wednesday in London for Read More:…",
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Ghanaian Times",
        "title": "Fury, Joshua face off in London",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/30/fury-joshua-face-off-in-london",
        "published": "2026-09-30T08:54:42.000Z"
      },
      {
        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "Joshua predicts first-round knockout against Fury",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/01/joshua-predicts-first-round-knockout-against-fury-11308399",
        "published": "2026-10-01T23:50:52.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}