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# Anthony Joshua vs. Jermaine Franklin ## Anthony Joshua Continues Comeback Trail with Bout Against Jermaine Franklin

Former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua will fight American Jermaine Franklin on April 1, 2023, at London's O2 Arena. Joshua is looking to rebound from back-to-back losses against Oleksandr Usyk, while Franklin is coming off a knockout win over Dillian Whyte.

Joshua (24-3, 22 KOs) lost his WBA, IBF, and WBO titles to Usyk in September 2021. He then lost the rematch in August 2022. Franklin (21-1, 14 KOs) is ranked No. 12 by the WBA and No. 14 by the WBC. He is a skilled boxer with a good chin.

## Joshua Looking to Make Statement Against Franklin

Joshua knows that a win over Franklin is crucial for his career. A loss would likely end his hopes of fighting for a world title again. Joshua is expected to be the heavy favorite against Franklin, but he cannot afford to take him lightly.

Franklin is a tough opponent who has never been knocked out. He is also a southpaw, which could pose problems for Joshua. Joshua will need to be at his best to defeat Franklin and get back on track.

## Franklin Hoping to Upset Joshua

Franklin is a big underdog against Joshua, but he is confident that he can pull off the upset. Franklin is a skilled boxer with a good chin. He also has a lot of power in his hands.

Franklin knows that he will need to be at his best to beat Joshua. He will need to box smart and avoid getting into a slugfest with the bigger man. Franklin also needs to be patient and wait for his机会.

## Prediction

Joshua is the heavy favorite in this fight, but Franklin is a dangerous opponent. Franklin has the skills and power to upset Joshua. However, Joshua is more experienced and has fought at a higher level. I predict that Joshua will win by decision.