This archive report was first published on 8 May 2020.
On February 22, 2020, Tyson Fury defeated Deontay Wilder in a seventh-round stoppage, claiming one of the four major world heavyweight belts. According to Fury's coach, Andy Lee, this commanding performance is a testament to Fury's mental strength, which would serve him well in a potential match against Anthony Joshua.
Lee, speaking to Sky Sports, praised Joshua as an 'improving fighter' but expressed doubts about the British boxer's mental fortitude. 'A little bit of inexperience and mentally he's not as strong as Tyson,' Lee said, predicting a victory for Fury in eight rounds.
Lee also cautioned Deontay Wilder against a potential rematch with Fury, suggesting that the American boxer should take another fight to regain his confidence before facing Fury again. 'If they fight again, I can only see it going the same way, if not even more emphatic for Tyson,' Lee said.
