
Anthony Joshua, has had a history of struggling with good southpaws since his amateur days : Mahammadrasul Majidov, Roberto Cammarelle, both arguably beat A.J before turning pro.
Some of Oleksandr Usyk's facilitating attributes are common to another man that holds a victory over Anthony Joshua, Andy Ruiz. A compact frame, quick well-timed responses, sturdy chin and a constant work-rate, subjects Joshua to work at a pace that he can not manage well and gradually diminishes Anthony Joshua.
Joshua already understood this based on previous experience, that is why he tried to pace himself and remained disciplined ; had he exerted greater offense early in the fight, the perilous scene that we witnessed in round 12 would of came earlier ; round three was a precursor to the violence and harm to come, it served as a strong warning for A.J.
As Usyk was extremely sharp, slipping Joshua's primary weapon ( the jab ), and exploiting openings with regularity at a unexpected rate, Joshua was wise to not open up. However, I do agree that he will have to take that risk in the rematch, but will likely get stopped trying.
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