Anthony Joshua, one of the most iconic figures in boxing today, returns to the stage he can almost call his second home: Wembley Stadium. With his next fight just around the corner, Joshua reflects on his history at this iconic venue and the relationship he has with the huge crowds that come to see him fight.

Joshua admits that he doesn’t feel completely used to fighting at Wembley, but sees it as a blessing. Recalling memorable fights, such as his historic win against Wladimir Klitschko, he highlights how some of his best nights in boxing have taken place in front of huge crowds at this stadium.

With a record crowd of 96,000 expected for the next fight, Joshua talks about the **special energy** that such a large crowd generates. For him, this energy can either suppress or motivate the fighter, and Joshua has learned to feed off that energy rather than try to ignore it.

Joshua recalls that during his walks to the ring, he smiles and looks out at the crowd, recognising that it is his moment to shine, the result of years of preparation. Rather than letting the weight of the occasion crush him, he embraces it, allowing him to deliver his best performance.

While the energy of the crowd can be motivating, Joshua admits that in the tough moments of a fight, such as when he was knocked down by Klitschko in the seventh round, the stadium fell silent.

However, he insists that **crowd support** is something undeniable and that while sometimes the atmosphere can change, the power of having thousands of people cheering is something that can never be ignored.

Joshua recognises that in boxing, it is not just about fighting the opponent, but also mentally preparing to face the pressure and expectation that comes with being on the sport’s biggest stage.

Looking ahead to his next fight, Joshua discusses his clash with Daniel Dubois. Although there has been some tension between them, Joshua stresses the importance of setting boundaries and not allowing opponents to disrespect him.

For him, in such a competitive industry, it is crucial to show that he is not there to play games. He advises others not to allow anyone to take space away from them, because once someone takes advantage of a small advantage, it is difficult to stop their advance.

Joshua also reflects on the past two years since his showdown with Oleksandr Usyk, a period of personal and professional rebuilding. Throughout that time, he has noticed steady improvements in his performance, both physically and mentally.

He mentions how each opponent has presented him with different challenges, from Jermaine Franklin to Robert Helenius, and how these fights have helped him hone his skills and find his confidence again, especially in his devastating right hand, which recently allowed him to knock out Helenius in the seventh round.

Joshua acknowledges that his career has been marked by facing the best, and that is what boxing fans can expect from him: he is always willing to face the best in the world.

He believes that these challenges make him stronger and help him **strengthen his character**, both in and out of the ring.

Although he is already a three-time world heavyweight champion, Joshua is not satisfied. For him, achieving the title of **undisputed champion** is the ultimate goal, an achievement that would elevate him even further in the boxing world.

As he prepares for his next fight, he is already looking to the future, knowing that the road to being the undisputed champion is still ahead of him.

Joshua concludes by emphasizing that although boxing is a tough road, every small step counts. He remembers his early days training in the gym, where everything seemed difficult, but persevering brought him to where he is today.

With that same mindset, Joshua continues forward, prepared for whatever comes and always seeking greatness.