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Anthony Joshua has opened up on his challenges in finding true love, stating that he's yet to find someone to call his girlfriend.
The world heavyweight boxing champion spoke with to The Sun about life in lockdown with his family including becoming “super dad” to his four-year-old son, JJ, and how it has been hard for him to balance his profession together with his personal life.
AJ says: “I think you can date and still be a successful sportsman but it’s hard to find a balance and I would have to compromise — which I’ve not felt able to do.
“My dad never gave me advice about much. But in terms of relationships what I have learnt and what I tell my son is, it would be nice to find a high school sweetheart and to grow together because as you get older you get set in your ways.
“For me to have a relationship now means I would have to compromise and change my ways and I don’t know how easy that would be for me to do.
“So I do date but I don’t get to the stage where I actually put anyone into that position.
“I don’t have a girlfriend and I haven’t had one for a while. But as I get older I do think it would be nice to have someone, someone to grow with as well — but I honestly haven’t found anyone.”
The British Nigerian boxer also went on to say that he hopes to find a woman who would have to understand what it’s like to be famous,
He explains: “Maybe I need to get off the estate and start going to celebrity parties — maybe do something different.
“I hope I will — and probably meeting someone else who understands fame would make sense. I would hope so. But it needs to be someone down to earth, family-orientated - someone who can call my mum their second mum.
“It takes time to grow that and, as I said, now I am older I am stuck in my ways. As I get older it would be nice to bring someone into my world but it’s dependent on who and I just haven’t found someone yet.
“Maybe we can go on a hunt. We have all the time now.”
Joshua also revealed how he has become super-dad while in lockdown with his four-year-old son, JJ
AJ says: “I started off as super-dad and then that slowly went out the window and to be honest he’s watching way too much TV now.
“The only thing he wants to do is watch Paw Patrol and Ryan’s World – there’s no way you’d get him watching Joe Wicks.”
“At home, he doesn’t really think of me as a famous boxer or anything like that. I’m not a superstar and he doesn’t think so either. He knows I fight but that’s all.
“I always keep that stuff away from home. I’m not like that at home - and I’m not even like that when I go out, really.”
AJ, who has been home-schooling his son doesn't think he would be sending back to school when the lockdown come to an end.
The heavyweight says: “The next conversation is about him going back to school — although I’m not too sure if we’ll send my boy back to school just yet.”
While boxing fans want to see him fight British rival Tyson Fury, AJ says: “In my own mind I had mentally written off most of this year but, if I was to fight this year, it would probably be November or December.
“It’s difficult at the moment knowing how you cover the costs, and whether you could charge people in the circumstances for pay per view.”
On how he's been keeping fit, AJ explains: “It’s my lifestyle. That’s what I’ve done all my life - instead of going to college, I went to the school of boxing. I learnt how to fight.
“So I’m still doing my studying, I’m still doing my education but I’ve got a key to my local gym which I’m allowed to go in. You need discipline and that’s one thing I’ve got personally, I don’t need to be told or pushed – it’s in my character.
“I just hit the bags, skip and it’s the first time in my whole boxing career where I’ve been left alone.
"Normally I’ve got someone in my ear, telling me what to do, how to do it and I’ve actually really enjoyed being on my own. It’s been a blessing.
“And there’s nobody to spar with so you don’t get hit — that’s not always a bad thing!”
He went on: “My workout regime is always boxing and it’s one of the things I love most about boxing. Out of all sports, you really don’t need much to get started.
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Dotun should be a comedian. Funny guy and life if the party. Anthony I feel you bro. Not easy at all. Especially when you have money. You just don’t know who loves you. Is it you or your money? All good sha
Yinmu...what about Cuppy? Better go get her before its too late. Yeye mon
He should contact that big brother lady na. She’ll be more than willing na or even cuppy Otedola
Yimu. They all say this to keep fan base. He sure has a gf.
1.Hmmm,when AJ lost to AR, the British paper changed to Nigerian British boxers, when he won the belts back it is now British Nigerian boxer (successful has many relations, failure is an orphan). 2.AJ never forget his roots kudos to the parents especially his mum 3.you can still be successful and create quality time for your family 4. As for finding a soulmate...when u see one meant for you.u will know...cos it will be natural and effortless...till then stay focus on your boxing...u need to add fury and wilder to ur resume and those guys are tough...stay safe and humble. God bless.
Uriel and toke, get in here o, your attention is needed!! Cuppy will not like this...😊😎
Toke Makinwa over to you
AJ and Cuppy continually declaring how single they are is so adorable. Pls get together you two
Look no further. I'm London base Nigeria. I'm available for you handsome.
Ole, money don enter your eyes. Face front
Your English grammar is enough to scare him off
Toke Makinwa is for sale
He isn’t stupid like you , looking for anonymous in London?
Aiit but i am pretty sure you will still find soonest.What of DJ Cuppy?
Why is everyone mentioning DJ Cuppy? Not sure why you think they would work, this just shows the mentality of Nigerians. Anyway I don’t see that, and although I don’t know either one of them I also don’t see how them as a couple.
Enjoy your peace bro;that's the way to go.A lot of pretending ,gold digging bitches over there.You can always do pay as you go,with fully signed consent form of course,to avoid Me Too scenario.I'm so glad many men are getting wiser.
. . . .you definitely find one sooner or later for, " for everyman is a woman made." Good he's not gay would have broken me as a die hard fan. #bittertruth
DJ Cuppy is waiting for you
I thought about Cuppy too. Cuppy understands fame, she is down to earth and family oriented. Baby girl has met your criteria...give her a chance. Lol.
Waiting for who? Please cuppa wouldn’t look for him if he isn’t rich. Leave him alone. There is no true love...he should find a woman that has money.
Awww.. Too bad. #kachi
So the whole cuppy show is audio?
What about DJ Cuppy? Meanwhile, you fall my hand when you dey run from that Mexican boxer punch during the remach.Shame catch me well well.
Hahaha. You are a funny guy.
I am sure he has eaten cuppy’s cream is just that her ice is not good enough to keep him.
Cuppy wants u oooo
Pls don't bother dating bro,,all these over fucked pussies called women will ruin u if u date
He's right. I made that mistake too and I will advise my children to start dating early. You can date and still be highly focus on career. I will also teach them abstinence. Dating does not mean sex. I will also teach them how to handle heart breaks in case it happens. I discover ladies/guys who have never experienced heartbreaks before marriage don't handle heartbreaks in marriage well. That's why "jasi girls or guys" who have seen all before marriage easily bounce back from a marriage crash than Church Sisters/Church guys.
So true. Bros be careful, because girls this days are something else. A wise man will know how to thread on rough path.
DJ Cuppy is adorable! Dont lose her. Abi you wan go for Toke ni?
Guy let money no blind your eye,women full ground but plz don't date Nigerian gal's.. They are full of shit there's is to chop and clean mouth.
Yes Oooh. A victim three times over. Especially Delta girls. Run far Oooh.
AJ is too simple, I love u my guy!
Oga, you see our sweet Cuppy? Pls open your eyes and look at her again! What the hell are you talking about???? It's only play boys that come up to say this shits about can't find anyone to grow old with blablablaa. I like you o, make you no dey fall hand anyhow.
Pls AJ, DJ Cuppy is down to earth, and understands firm. I'm sre she will see your mum as her her second mum, she understands family values too. Look no further!!!
Fame not firm
There are a few up and coming naija stars.......How about Yvonne Orji?
Life of an introvert is good, it helps you to stay out of trouble. Mummy's boy.
At least he was clear about what he wants in a woman. Unfortunately u can't hide who you are! So finding a lady who will be all you want will take sometime. Good luck in your search 😊😋
Bros, try our dear Linda Ikeji please. She is a family person!
Yeah but linda need to show us something like Toke Makinwa for approval. Lol
Oga you are irresponsible...you just want to be single
Here we go. So, being single is irresponsible? You'd find that being free of marriage enabled many people to reach their full potential. Marriage is all right, but it is simply not for everyone. It's the notion that everyone must marry that has wrecked many lives.
It ain't a must u find some1 to grow wit champ,dats da lie da society wanna make us believe.. You can grow alone n be happy for da rest of ur life,I know u don't want no drama,so just live ur life n be happy coz da moment a bitch cones into ur life u are doomed for life.
I would have suggested Toke but awon Lagos boys don slack the kponyor.
Why can't you just be economical with the truth, must you comment?
Please avoid bad women....they will agree to marry u and later seek divorce...so they can split your cash....probably why Davido No wan marry chioma yet....always apply wisdom....I don't know much about DJ Cuppy....but i think she's down to earth and has a good man as father...a giver and lover of humanity
Baba Joshua is advertising so that girls will rush him. Yimu!!!
Ok make your self available, you will find. Dated one boxer in the past, but always afraid whenever am with him but they are soft and nice shall .
Come to my village in calabar, wife materials full there, they might not be educated but they can TKO you for nights
If you join woman with boxing you will die quick, quick
Aj is too rooted in Nigeria and he loves Nigeria so he will probably be looking at Nigeria for a wife..ma advice tell ur parents to search for u a good lady a from a respectable family,abeg run from all dose Nigerian oloshos and hoes wey ful Lagos and Abuja ,they will ruin ur life
Linda cannot handle those muscles. Scared🤔😂
But DJ cuppy doesnt know how to cook nah while are you all pressuring him on her
okay we hear you, come my village plenty fine girls dey there. 9jastalkative.com
AJ, look no further, just Cuppy her tune. Perfecta! The Wise One has spoken
The way Uriel crushes on you should make you see it's true love, best of luck
DJ Cuppy is it true that you don't know how to cook?if true pls improve on your culinary skills.(joke)you are the best option for joshua.you don't need his money and they say that you are down to earth. Joshua beware of golddiggers.they are many.for me DJ Cuppy still remains your best candidate for a wife.my humble opinion. thanks
DJ copy is a Brat. Spoilt over possessive girl.she only believe in changing men like fendi. Cuppy is a desperate b@@ch.bro run
Someone like uriel is desperate and want to be celebity by fire by force. She cant be trusted. She is fake .what would u gain from a fat woman that use filter to look slim
Aj abeg i go give you list in nigeria to go for. 1.Beverley naya is a sweetheart please try this lady she is classy . No noise maker. Professional and simplicity
Toke Makinwa
You better don't complicate your life and career with woman matter like Tiher Woods. Marry only after you retire from boxing.
Has he tried a man? A gay relationship can be the most fulfilling any man could have. It takes a man to 'flow' properly with another man.
Please someone should advise dj cuppy to watch her weight,she is gradually looking like a bag of beans,u musnt do fake bum bum,but if u keep fit,this guy will be crawling back at you,it's not easy but just try💗u
U that is typing probably looks like a 911 trailer. They type with writing 'Jesus Saves' on the back.
Just go marry DJ Cuppy.
Oh my baby am here for you
Temi Otedola is there for you bro
She has a boyfriend o, Mr Eazy
It’s hard for anyone to find real true love, doesn’t matter your looks or status. When you find a real connection with someone, hold onto it tight because you may never find it again
Sorry to ask this, but what does he do for sex? I assume he is virile. Does he have casual bangs, or masturbate, or have wet dreams? I am a man. I know that a young man needs an outlet for his natural sexual desires.
Somebody help me call Uriel...
Mr Anthony joshua sorry to ask this,can't you date a lady dat didn't have money but loving, caring and single?am saying this bcos of your boy,if you marry a lady that have money she won't have time for your baby.sorry to say this sir 🙏🙏
Because you are going for the rich. The poor loyal, beautiful, smart and inteĺligent ladies are out there praying and hoping to meet with u.
Toke is out of this . We want a good wife for our boy
It is really hard to find true love and know who genuinely loves you once you are a public figure and rich.