Joyce wants to finalise a deal for a bout with the WBO mandatory challenger, but the negotiations are complicated by Usyk’s desire to … Alongside his message he put out an image of the pair on the Red planet - alongside a ring and rocket. “He was fresh from the London Olympics where he won a gold. Commenting is currently disabled on this article. Joe Joyce and his team are putting a two-week deadline on trying to land a fight with Oleksandr Usyk, with the ongoing Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua … British heavyweight Joe Joyce upset the odds on Saturday night with a 10th-round-stoppage win over Daniel Dubois in London. As an amateur, Usyk won gold medals at the 2011 World Championships and 2012 Olympics, both in the heavyweight division. Joyce wants to finalise a deal for a bout with the WBO mandatory challenger, but the negotiations are complicated by Usyk’s desire to fight Anthony … Usyk won gold at heavyweight at the London 2012 Games, while Joyce earned a silver at super-heavyweight at Rio 2016. Magomedrasul Majidov ve amatör kariyerinde Anthony Joshua’yı … Joyce wants to finalise a deal for a bout with the WBO mandatory challenger, but the negotiations are complicated by Usyk’s desire to fight Anthony … As talk of a fight between Joyce and Usyk hots up, the Brit nudged the 2012 Olympic gold medalist on social media. But the Gypsy King backs his fellow Brit to gain revenge in the pros and run through the London 2012 Olympic Games gold medalist. The 35-year-old former Olympic silver medallist (now 12-0 as a pro with 11 wins inside distance) is a man in a hurry. Joyce would love to settle the score in the professional ranks. He has agreed to step aside to allow for Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury to happen as long as he gets an interim title fight with Joe Joyce soon. “If he comes through it, it puts the winner in a tremendous position. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The WBO has suggested the Ukraine southpaw enjoy his third heavyweight fight against the Putney Juggernaut for an interim strap and the 34-year-old looks set to begrudgingly agree. He said: "Ah you're alive, you couldn’t fill a bath in Kiev let alone a stadium, see you in the UK very soon. Usyk won gold at heavyweight at the London 2012 Games, while Joyce earned a silver at super-heavyweight at Rio 2016. Olympic silver medal winner Joe Joyce has no problem traveling overseas to secure a high-stakes fight with Oleksandr Usyk - which would have the WBO's interim-heavyweight title at … The two have been flirting with a prizefight for several weeks. Hearn: Parker-chisora winner could fight whoever wins usyk-Joyce for WBO title Boxing Scene 14:32 Heavyweights Dereck Chisora Eddie Hearn Meet the Olympic heavyweight hopeful taking inspiration from Joshua The Independent 07:41 Heavyweights Anthony Joshua Tokyo Olympics To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Joyce, meanwhile, has exceeded expectations since turning pro thanks to his stature and awkward style. Both Usyk and Joyce are Olympic medallists. "The situation is that the WBO have said they’d like to do that fight as an eliminator. Oleksandr Usyk told Joe Joyce to fall in line with his demands if he wants their summer showdown Credit: Mark Robinson. my friend, I'm waiting for you at the Olympic Stadium in Kyiv!' Usyk and Joyce were rivals in the amateurs and fought over five rounds in the World Series of Boxing eight years ago. The two have history - in March 2013 Usyk beat Joyce on points in their amateur bout at the World Series of Boxing. Floyd Mayweather vs Logan Paul date: When will fight take place now? "Daniel has got some power but I've felt power like that before. PS I miss you.". Usyk and Joyce have met in the amateurs before, with the Ukrainian picking up the win in London as part of the World Series of Boxing in 2013. Both Usyk and Joyce are Olympic medallists. Miss you too.". Speaking about the possibility of Joyce-Usyk, promoter Frank Warren told iFL TV: "We’re working on, at the moment, Usyk and Joe Joyce. He turned professional in 2013 and won the undisputed cruiserweight championship in his 15th professional fight in 2018. Usyk, 34, called for the fight to be held at the Olympic Stadium in Kiev, Ukraine However, Joyce, 35, is unconvinced Usyk can fill the 70,000-seater stadium Joe Joyce has ramped up the war of words with heavyweight rival Oleksandr Usyk as the British hopeful claimed his WBO shootout with the former cruiserweight king will take place in the UK. At this time, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts. Usyk and Joyce were rivals in the amateurs and fought over five rounds in the World Series of Boxing eight years ago. Let’s hope we can get the fight on.” Şimdinin profesyoneli Rio 2016’nın olimpiyat ikincisi Joe Joyce’u 3-0’la geçti. Heavyweight challenger Joe Joyce has a two-week deadline for Oleksandr Usyk to arrange a fight, according to his manager Sam Jones. Joyce’s dream was to compete in the Olympics, but not in boxing. Despite his confidence, Joyce has profound respect for Usyk (18-0), and the slick skills he brings to the table. Meanwhile, Joyce also boasts a perfect pro record of 12-0 and earned his biggest victory in November of last year against Daniel Dubois. Joyce claimed the British, Commonwealth and European titles as he wore down Dubois in a long-awaited showdown between two undefeated heavyweights with big hopes of bursting onto the world scene. We have no objection to that and I don’t think Usyk has. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Things are shaping up nicely for the biggest and most lucrative fight in the history of British boxing, with confirmation from Eddie Hearn that the first draft of the contract has been sent to fellow promoter Bob … It’s a good fight and I think whoever wins it, based on his last performance, Joe’s looking really good. "The eventual winner of the two fights between Tyson and AJ will have to defend against Joyce or Usyk, or vacate the belt.". “There’s been some preliminary talks and we’ll see where we go from there. Joyce’s development since 2013 has been marked and since turning pro in 2017 after claiming silver at the Rio Olympics, he has won the British, … He is the current British, Commonwealth, and European heavyweight champion after his victory over Daniel Dubois. Usyk is the mandatory WBO Title challenger. Joe Joyce is a British professional boxer hailing from London. Usyk and Joyce were rivals in the amateurs and fought over five rounds in the World Series of Boxing eight years ago. He said: "Ah you're alive, you couldn’t fill a bath in Kiev let alone a stadium, see you in the UK very soon. “He’s been in boxing a long time and had over 350 amateur bouts before he turned pro after winning Olympic gold when AJ did in 2012. As talk of a fight between Joyce and Usyk hots up, the Brit nudged the 2012 Olympic gold medalist on social media. 2 non-withdrawable £10 Free Bet Tokens: accept in 7 days, valid for 7 days from acceptance (ex. Joe Joyce is still in talks to fight Oleksandr Usyk Credit: The Sun. In January of 2013, Usyk (18-0, 13 KOs) dominated Joyce during an amateur tournament, winning all five rounds on the night. View our online Press Pack. The governing body have contacted Usyk to say he may have to wait for his shot Talks are now being held for Usyk to face WBO’s No 2 rank Joe Joyce instead Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury’s £200million mega-fight has taken one step closer to becoming a reality after the WBO stepped in to handle the issue of mandatory challenger Oleksandr Usyk. While Joshua will seemingly fight Fury next, Usyk can face Joyce to clear the ongoing heavyweight doubts. Usyk won gold at heavyweight at the London 2012 Games, while Joyce earned a silver at super-heavyweight at Rio 2016. He had only started boxing seriously at the age Dubois is now and, before Joyce won his silver medal at … Joyce appears likely to assume Dubois’position as #2 in the WBO rankings, behind only mandatory contender Usyk. OLEKSANDR USYK has told heavyweight rival Joe Joyce he will fight him on MARS in a typically hilarious tweet. BRITISH heavyweight Joe Joyce showed a snowman no mercy as he braved the severe UK weather to continue his Oleksandr Usyk preparations. Usyk is the mandatory challenger for Anthony Joshua‘s WBO title; Joyce is also searching for bigger titles at this stage of his career. Fury vs Joshua: Oleksandr Usyk begins negotiations to face Joe Joyce for interim WBO title New, 66 comments Joyce’s camp acknowledges talks with Usyk are progressing. Both Usyk and Joyce are Olympic medallists. But the Olympic … For other inquiries, Contact Us. Usyk has had two fights as a heavyweight, after holding all four world titles at cruiserweight. BRITISH heavyweight Joe Joyce showed a snowman no mercy as he braved the severe UK weather to continue his Oleksandr Usyk preparations. Usyk won gold at heavyweight at the London 2012 Games, while Joyce earned a silver at super-heavyweight at Rio 2016. And not even the bitterly cold British weather was going to prevent Joyce from training on Sunday. Oleksandr Usyk’s promoter clarifies Joe Joyce stance due to WBO rules Oleksandr Usyk's promoter says their claim to a higher share of the purse in a fight against Joe Joyce is English (US) Joyce (12-0, 11 KOs), 35, of England, who claimed the super heavyweight silver medal in the 2016 Olympics, is coming off his biggest pro win, a 10th-round knockout of Daniel Dubois on Nov. 28. Facing Usyk (18-0, 13 KOs) in a rematch allows the unbeaten Joyce (12-0, 10 KOs) to avenge his loss to him in the World Series of Boxing in 2013. The 34-year-old Ukrainian, who is known for his sharp wit, is expected to face Briton Joyce later this year. But he was beaten by Usyk in the World Series of Boxing back in 2013, a five-round semi-professional type contest. Joyce's pursuit of Usyk hinges on the fate of the WBO heavyweight championship which Anthony Joshua currently holds. He impressed many with his stoppage of previously-unbeaten compatriot Daniel Dubois and some expect an entirely different fight between Joyce and Usyk if their proposed bout for the interim WBO title comes to fruition. Both Usyk and Joyce are highly relevant in the current title picture. All the info as Scottish Cup sees Old Firm derby in fourth round, YouTube star Paul brutally KO's Askren in first MINUTE of round one, This classy 12-1 shot can win the Scottish Grand National at Ayr, Real Madrid plot transfer swoop for Sterling after he loses place to Foden, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Joyce later replied with an image of his own, mocked up in an astronaut's suit with the Union Jack planted in Mars. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Joe Joyce 2021: Record, Foundation, and Charity. Joyce’s development since 2013 has been marked and since turning pro in 2017 after claiming silver at the Rio Olympics, he has won the British, … Usyk, 34, called for the fight to be held at the Olympic Stadium in Kiev, Ukraine; However, Joyce, 35, is unconvinced Usyk can fill the 70,000-seater stadium Joe Joyce has ramped up the war of words with heavyweight rival Oleksandr Usyk as the British hopeful claimed his WBO shootout with the former cruiserweight king will take place in the UK. Usyk and Joyce were rivals in the amateurs and fought over five rounds in the World Series of Boxing eight years ago. £10 min deposit & bet on sportsbook, placed & settled at 1.5 min odds within 14 days of sign-up. Usyk then replied on Twitter by saying: "My friend I am ready to continue teaching you boxing even on Mars. Joyce (12-0, 11 KOs), 35, of England, who claimed the super heavyweight silver medal in the 2016 Olympics, is coming off his biggest pro win, a 10th-round knockout of Daniel Dubois on Nov. 28. With each passing day it grows increasingly probable that heavyweight Joe “Juggernaut” Joyce (12-0, 11 KO’s) will face Oleksandr Usyk (18-0, 13 KO’s). Hearn feels … Oleksandr Usyk is in talks to fight Joe Joyce Oleksandr Usyk has insisted he will make "the final decision" over a fight with Joe Joyce that has major world title ramifications. "I hope [the fight will get made]. Usyk is the mandatory challenger for Anthony Joshua ‘s WBO title; Joyce is also searching for bigger titles at this stage of his career. The Brit (12-0, 11 KOs) claimed the super heavyweight silver medal at the 2016 Olympics, coming off his biggest professional win, a 10th round knockout over Daniel Dubois November 28. At the time, Joyce had only been fighting as an amateur for five years, and … With my experience I've learnt to ride them." This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Joyce, the 2016 Olympic silver medallist, used his jab expertly to build telling damage over Dubois' eye. And the man lined up for Usyk is unbeaten Joyce, who was beaten by the masterful southpaw in the amateurs. However, recurrent Achilles’ heel injuries prevented him from realizing that dream. Joe Joyce is training hard and revealed his fight with Oleksandr Usyk is close to being made +4 Usyk is mandatory challenger to Anthony Joshua but … “He’s been in boxing a long time and had over 350 amateur bouts before he turned pro after winning Olympic gold when AJ did in 2012. The pair could be set to clash for the WBO world title if the winner of Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury vacates the belt. The Englishman grew up with the desire to become a track and field star. Usyk beat Joyce by a five-round unanimous decision in a competitive fight. Joyce would love to settle the score in the professional ranks. E/Ws & Multiples), stakes not returned. But Joyce says he has improved a lot since that fight over seven years ago. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Joyce posed with his snowman in typical boxing fashion, He then proceeded to take the snowman's head off with a fierce right hand, Joyce picked up the biggest win of his pro career so far against Dubois in November, The Brit is looking to clinch a world title in 2021, He is known for his relentless pressure and granite chin, Usyk is looking to become a two-weight world champion having collected all the belts at cruiserweight before moving up to heavyweight, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). OLEKSANDR USYK has told heavyweight rival Joe Joyce he will fight him on MARS in a typically hilarious tweet. Londoner Joyce, at 35, is 12 years older than Dubois. Joshua Vs Fury Now Set For June . That night the Ukrainian came out on top but I believe it will be different this time. The ‘Juggernaut’, as he’s commonly known, sits at #5 in the world in the IBO rankings and #5 by the WBC and #2 WBO rankings.. New members. YouTube star Paul brutally KO's Askren in first MINUTE of round one, Cormier fumes at Ben Askren 'laughing all the way to the back' after Paul loss, Five fighters Jake Paul could fight next including Tommy Fury & Conor McGregor. Fury, 32, told Behind The Gloves: "Easy, Joyce … I hadn’t fought many southpaws and Usyk’s an incredible fighter. I hadn’t fought many southpaws and Usyk’s an incredible fighter. BRITISH heavyweight Joe Joyce showed a snowman no mercy as he braved the severe UK weather to continue his Oleksandr Usyk preparations. "I'm ready for Oleksandr Usyk", said Joyce, a 2016 Olympic silver medallist. By arranging your match with Joyce for the interim title, Usyk would enable Joshua to cross with Tyson fury. The 34-year-old Ukrainian, who is known for his sharp wit, is expected to face Briton Joyce later this year. Oleksandr Usyk vs Joe Joyce is likely heading for purse bids after being ordered to take place for the WBO ‘interim’ heavyweight belt, according to Eddie Hearn. That clash was eight years ago, when the then-Olympic champion Usyk got the better of Joyce on home soil. Oleksandr Usyk’s team has grown tired of waiting around. Oleksandr Usyk isn’t satisfied with the contract offer presented for a Joe Joyce fight. This is because AJ and Fury will be contracted to rematch one another, something that will not be possible with the WBO strap on the line - with Usyk set as the mandatory challenger. He said: "Ah you're alive, you couldn’t fill a bath in Kiev let alone a stadium, see you in the UK very soon. The 35-year-old Olympic … Usyk, an Olympic gold medallist and former world amateur champion, displayed amazing technique, footwork and elusiveness to completely dominate the number two cruiserweight in the world. Ataman, Kozakların liderlerine verdiği isimdi. The situation with Usyk,… Joe Joyce has given Oleksandr Usyk two weeks to agree to an April fight before he moves onto other rivals. DILLIAN WHYTE has told Joe Joyce and Oleksandr Usyk to get behind him in the queue for a world title shot — if he gets revenge on Alexander Povetkin. And that sensational 10th-round knockout of Dubois should set him up for a potential world-title shot in 2021. That clash was eight years ago, when the then-Olympic champion Usyk got the better of Joyce on home soil. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Joe Joyce made clear he wants to fight Oleksandr Usyk next after recording an upset victory over domestic rival Daniel Dubois in London. Joshua is in negotiations to fight Tyson Fury but Usyk's status as … 3. FREE BETS: GET OVER £2,000 IN SIGN UP OFFERS HERE. Usyk and Joyce are ranked number one and two respectively by the WBO, so the bout would make sense to establish an interim champ. The 33-year-old Usyk, who won the heavyweight gold medal at the 2012 Summer Olympics in London, out-pointed Joyce at the World Series of Boxing tournament in 2013. While Joshua will seemingly fight Fury next, Usyk can face Joyce to clear the ongoing heavyweight doubts. Commenting is currently disabled on this article. Heavyweight challenger Joe Joyce has a two-week deadline for Oleksandr Usyk to arrange a fight, according to his manager Sam Jones. Usyk … News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Joyce’s development since 2013 has been marked and since turning pro in 2017 after claiming silver at the Rio Olympics, he has won the British, Commonwealth, European and versions of the WBC and WBO titles in just 12 fights. PS I miss you." Usyk has had two fights as a heavyweight, after holding all four world titles at cruiserweight. Usyk … "I think the WBO will order that as an interim-title fight so we’re working hard to make that happen. And Usyk took to Twitter on Friday to persuade Joyce into a clash at Kiev's Olympic Stadium in his homeland. The 35 … Heavyweight challenger Joe Joyce has a two-week deadline for Oleksandr Usyk to arrange a fight, according to his manager Sam Jones. Despite his confidence, Joyce has profound respect for Usyk (18-0), and the slick skills he brings to the table. As talk of a fight between Joyce and Usyk hots up, the Brit nudged the 2012 Olympic gold medalist on social media. Joe Joyce has given Oleksandr Usyk two weeks to agree to an April fight before he moves onto other rivals. Usyk de takım kaptanı olarak turnuva boyunca önemli bir liderlik gösterdi. Seven years ago, Usyk defeated Joyce by a five-round decision in the World Series of Boxing. He moved up to heavyweight after becoming undisputed cruiserweight champion in 2018 and has already produced a statement win in the division against Britain's Dereck Chisora. © 2020 THE SUN, US, INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED | TERMS OF USE | PRIVACY | YOUR AD CHOICES | SITEMAP, Oleksandr Usyk (left) and Joe Joyce (right) fought before they turned pro in 2013, How Usyk and Joyce match up ahead of their potential 2021 showdown, Oleksandr Usyk spars two opponents at once and attempt insane double punch in amazing training video. "I hope you have improved since the last time our meeting. Win part of E/W bets. Joyce boasts a perfect record after 12 fights since going pro in 2017. Both Usyk and Joyce are highly relevant in the current title picture. Dubois landed his own fine work but was distressed by his eye between rounds. Bet £10 Get £20 in Free Bets T&Cs apply. Joyce, a 2016 Olympic Silver medalist, is currently riding the high associated with the biggest win of his pro career. “He was fresh from the London Olympics where he won a gold. Usyk, who showed himself training against two men earlier this week, is undefeated in 18 fights since turning pro. “Joyce is an Olympic silver medallist so his pedigree is there to see and he has shared a ring with Usyk before in the World Series of Boxing – an amateur/pro hybrid. The 35-year-old Olympic silver medalist put himself among the top names in the division with a sensational tenth round stoppage victory over compatriot Daniel Dubois in November. 'Come on! Now it’ll be a bigger, stronger Joyce’s chance to avenge that loss in a 12 round fight against Usyk. Both Usyk and Joyce are Olympic medallists. He is now targeting a blockbuster bout with undefeated Ukrainian Usyk, a clash which could be for the WBO world title if Anthony Joshua decides to vacate in order to face Tyson Fury. 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