Joshua sets targets for Fury ahead of return

British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua is intensifying his preparation for a potential showdown with Tyson Fury by training with a unique heavy bag designed to mimic Fury's physique. This specialized equipment is part of Joshua's rigorous training regimen ahead of his tune-up bout.

Joshua and Fury have officially signed contracts for a long-awaited domestic clash, but both must first navigate separate warm-up fights. Joshua is scheduled to face Kristian Prenga in Jeddah on Saturday, while Fury will take on veteran Mariusz Wach in Thailand. Joshua's former coach, Sean Murphy, revealed the custom bag was made to replicate Fury's chin for practice.

Having learned from a past experience where he was distracted by a potential fight with Deontay Wilder and subsequently lost to Andy Ruiz Jr. in 2019, Joshua is now committed to not overlooking any opponent. Despite the signed contract with Fury, he is focused on defeating Prenga.

This upcoming fight will be Joshua's first since the tragic car accident that claimed the lives of two close friends. He is expected to dedicate his victory over Prenga to their memory as he continues his strategic path towards the highly anticipated 'Battle of Britain' with Fury.

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Joshua had provided all the bags currently hanging in the gym and had personally funded other refurbishments at the facility, including new ring covers and an overhaul of the female changing room.