Anthony Joshua Erased in Terrifying Prediction: Tyson Fury Will Crush the Washed-Up Fighter in the 2025 Super Fight?

The boxing world is buzzing with speculation and debate as Anthony Joshua’s future continues to hang in the balance. Once hailed as the golden boy of British boxing and the natural successor to legends like Lennox Lewis, Joshua now finds himself at a career crossroads. Following a devastating loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium, the former unified heavyweight champion has gone under the radar, recently undergoing elbow surgery that will sideline him for several weeks.

At the same time, Tyson Fury—still fresh off his own setbacks—has teased a comeback, uploading training footage with coach SugarHill Steward. It’s prompted fans to ask the question: Is the long-awaited Fury vs Joshua super fight still on the table?

According to Carl Froch, a two-time world champion and one of Britain’s most respected boxing analysts, the answer is yes—but with a brutal twist: “Fury would absolutely flatten Joshua.”

Let’s explore this massive shakeup in the heavyweight landscape and what it could mean for the careers of Joshua, Fury, Dubois, and the broader title picture.

The Road to the Dubois Disaster

Anthony Joshua’s boxing journey began with Olympic gold in 2012 and peaked when he unified the heavyweight division by defeating Wladimir Klitschko in a modern classic. But his mystique began to unravel in 2019 when Andy Ruiz Jr. shocked the world by stopping him in New York. Though Joshua avenged the loss later that year, he never seemed to recapture the same fire.

Losses to Oleksandr Usyk followed, and while Joshua rebuilt his confidence with wins over Jermaine Franklin, Robert Helenius, Otto Wallin, and Francis Ngannou, his critics—including Froch—argue that these opponents failed to truly test him.

“Those four fights flattered AJ,” Froch said on his podcast Froch on Fighting. “He was never put under real pressure.”

Then came Daniel Dubois—a fellow Brit with youth, hunger, and raw power. In a bout that many believed would be a stepping stone back into title contention, Joshua was brutally knocked out, failing to beat the referee’s count for the first time in his career.

Carl Froch Doesn’t Hold Back

In his post-fight analysis, Froch didn’t mince words.

“AJ has been flattened, ironed out a few times. But this one against Dubois? That was the end of him,” Froch declared.

“That was a career-ending performance. Mentally, physically, everything. He’s had a long time out the ring. Now he’s talking about elbow surgery… He’s a disaster waiting to happen.”

For Froch, who retired at the top of his game after a decisive KO win over George Groves, the idea of pushing forward after multiple career-altering defeats doesn’t sit well. He believes that Joshua’s confidence and psychological edge are gone, and he questions whether a return to top-level competition is even realistic.

The Fury Factor: Will the Gypsy King Return?

While Anthony Joshua’s career trajectory appears downward, Tyson Fury’s future is also uncertain. After losing a razor-thin decision to Oleksandr Usyk in May 2024, his undefeated record vanished. For the first time in a decade, fans began to question whether the self-proclaimed “Gypsy King” had reached his limit.

However, Fury recently reignited speculation with a training video showcasing him back in the gym with SugarHill Steward, prompting whispers of a potential comeback. Froch, like many, believes there’s only one fight left that makes sense: Fury vs Joshua.

“That’s the one that still fills Wembley. That’s the one people want. But do I care if it happens? Honestly, no,” Froch said.

His reasoning is simple: the fight is past its expiration date, and it wouldn’t be competitive.

“Fury wipes the floor with him,” Froch stated. “He’s too slick, too smart, and AJ doesn’t have the mental toughness anymore.”

A Brutal Assessment of Joshua’s Current State

Despite winning his last few fights before the Dubois knockout, Froch believes Joshua’s confidence was already fragile.

“He lost his soul to Andy Ruiz. He never got it back. The minute he stepped into the ring with someone coming to hurt him, he crumbled,” Froch added.

That crumbling, Froch insists, was on full display in the Dubois bout. The psychological wounds, combined with recent physical setbacks—like the upcoming elbow surgery—suggest that Joshua is a shell of the man who once ruled the division.

“Between September and December, it’ll be almost a year since he fought. And now he’s having surgery? It’s another two to three months out. That’s a long time,” Froch explained.

What Does This Mean for the Heavyweight Division?

The heavyweight scene is once again wide open. Usyk and Dubois are set to meet in a blockbuster rematch in July 2025, and the winner will likely have to face Joseph Parker, the WBO mandatory challenger. With Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang also in the mix, the division is bursting with fresh matchups—none of which currently include Anthony Joshua.

If Fury decides to return, there’s a chance he could challenge the Usyk-Dubois winner—or opt for a tune-up before taking a big-money fight with Joshua. But unless Joshua stages a spectacular comeback, it’s unclear if the public will still be interested.

Can Joshua Rebuild Again?

Here’s the hard truth: Joshua has rebuilt once before, after the Ruiz loss, but this time the challenge is steeper. His defeat to Dubois was more conclusive. His body is now showing signs of wear and tear. And unlike the past, there’s a younger generation of heavyweights now gunning for the top.

Still, Joshua remains a global name. His fan base is large, and promoters know he can sell out arenas. That gives him leverage—but it doesn’t guarantee success in the ring.

His best chance? A carefully curated return, facing opponents who allow him to regain rhythm and confidence. But any misstep could lead to disaster. As Froch pointed out, the margin for error is now razor-thin.

What Would a Fury vs Joshua Fight Look Like Now?

If Fury and Joshua were to meet in late 2025, here’s what we might expect:

• Fury’s reach, footwork, and ring IQ would dominate the early rounds.

• Joshua might try to load up on power punches, hoping for a knockout.

• But if the fight goes into the later rounds, Fury’s superior conditioning and adaptability could break Joshua down.

Froch is convinced the outcome is inevitable.

“If they fought, Fury would dominate. He knows how to frustrate guys like AJ, and once AJ starts second-guessing, it’s game over.”

Final Thoughts: The Legacy Question

Anthony Joshua’s legacy is secure to some extent—Olympic gold, unified world titles, sold-out stadiums. But the truth is, the end chapter could tarnish the story. If he returns and suffers another brutal defeat, it could overshadow his accomplishments.

Tyson Fury, on the other hand, still controls his own narrative. Despite the Usyk losses, a triumphant comeback and win over Joshua could cement his place among the all-time greats.

But that’s a big “if.”

Conclusion: A Division in Transition

The heavyweight division is entering a new era, and both Joshua and Fury are at a crossroads. Daniel Dubois, Oleksandr Usyk, Joseph Parker, and rising stars like Jared Anderson are ready to seize control. The question now is: Do Joshua and Fury still belong?

Carl Froch thinks Joshua’s time is over.

“He’s a disaster waiting to happen,” Froch warned.

Whether Froch is proven right will depend on how Joshua responds in the next 6–12 months. But one thing is certain: the clock is ticking on one of boxing’s most polarizing figures.