Saunders Backs Joshua Against Fury in Upcoming Clash

Billy Joe Saunders, a two-weight world champion, expressed confidence in Anthony Joshua's physical strength and punching accuracy ahead of Joshua's anticipated bout with Tyson Fury. Saunders, a long-time friend of Fury, acknowledged Fury's superior boxing technique, making the British heavyweight showdown a close call.

He emphasized that the fight's outcome will ultimately depend on which fighter can better execute their game plan on the night. Joshua, 36, is scheduled to face Kristian Prenga in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, on July 25, marking his first fight since a sixth-round stoppage loss to Jake Paul in December.

Meanwhile, Tyson Fury, 37, is returning from a 16-month layoff after outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov in April, a performance considered below his best. Saunders noted that Joshua's training relationship with Oleksandr Usyk, who previously defeated Fury, could provide Joshua with a significant edge in preparation.