Anthony Joshua

About

Anthony Joshua

British Professional Boxer & Two-Time Former Unified World Heavyweight Champion

About

Anthony Joshua is a prominent British professional boxer, celebrated for his remarkable achievements in the heavyweight division. Known for his power and skill in the ring, Joshua has earned recognition both as a world champion and as a highly marketable athlete with a compelling personal story.

Career Highlights

• Amateur Success: Joshua represented England at the 2011 World Championships in the super-heavyweight division, winning a silver medal. He went on to win gold at the 2012 Olympics, representing Great Britain.
• Professional Achievements: After turning professional in 2013, Joshua was named Prospect of the Year by The Ring magazine in 2014. He achieved significant success in 2017 when his fight against Wladimir Klitschko was named Fight of the Year by The Ring and the Boxing Writers Association of America. Joshua became the second British boxer, after James DeGale, to win both an Olympic gold medal and a world title by a major professional sanctioning body, and the first British heavyweight to achieve this.
• Unified Champion: Joshua held multiple world heavyweight titles, including the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO belts.

Advertising & Endorsements

• Marketability: Recognised as one of the most marketable athletes globally, Joshua has endorsement deals with high-profile brands such as Under Armour, Beats By Dre, and Lucozade.
• Recognition: In 2017, he was ranked as the world’s most marketable athlete, surpassing basketball player Stephen Curry. His marketability is attributed to his “rags to riches” story, highlighting his rise from a challenging background to boxing stardom. Joshua has expressed ambitions to surpass Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s reported career earnings of $700 million.
• Influence: Joshua has been included in the annual Powerlist as one of the 100 most influential Black Britons, with his most recent inclusion being in the 2021 edition.

What He Offers

Anthony Joshua brings to audiences his insights into discipline, determination, and overcoming adversity. His story of transformation from a troubled youth to a world heavyweight champion resonates with many, making him a compelling speaker on topics related to success, perseverance, and the power of dedication.

Topics

• Overcoming Adversity
• Achieving Success
• Discipline and Dedication
• Personal Transformation

Languages

He presents in English.

How He Presents

Joshua’s presentations are characterized by his powerful personal story and his engaging presence. Drawing on his experiences as a world champion and his journey from a challenging background to global success, he offers motivational talks that inspire and resonate with diverse audiences.