Robert Garcia, former trainer of Anthony Joshua, has predicted that Joshua could knock out Tyson Fury in their expected heavyweight clash—if he is mentally prepared.
Speaking in an interview, Garcia said Joshua has both the skill and punching power needed to defeat Fury, highlighting his right hand as a decisive weapon.
He noted that while Joshua is consistently in top physical condition, his mental readiness would determine the outcome of the fight.
“If AJ is mentally ready, he has the skills and power to win… he has the right hand to knock him out,” Garcia said.
However, Garcia cautioned that Fury remains dangerous due to his unpredictable nature, adding that the British heavyweight can still perform strongly regardless of his physical shape.
“Fury can come in heavy and still give a good fight,” he added.
Garcia was emphatic that a clean right-hand punch from Joshua could end the fight.
The highly anticipated bout is reportedly being planned for October, with Wembley Stadium as the preferred venue, and is expected to be streamed on Netflix.
Before that, Joshua is scheduled to face Kristian Prenga in a preparatory fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in July.
Garcia previously worked with Joshua during his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk and expressed confidence that the former heavyweight champion still has what it takes to secure a decisive victory if he performs at his best.
