Anthony Joshua has admitted his break-up with head trainer Rob McCracken following his first loss to Oleksandr Usyk in September 2021 was particularly tough.
The two-time world heavyweight champion lost his unified belts for a second time under McCracken's leadership when he first met with former undisputed cruiserweight champion Usyk two years ago. And despite sticking with his coach after his initial loss to Andy Ruiz Jr, he decided to switch things up drastically for his second world title rematch.
Joshua enlisted Robert Garcia to help him get right for the rematch, and while his performance was improved he was still unable to earn victory and now must rebuild under his new trainer Derrick James. He has moved to Texas to prepare for his comeback fight with Jermaine Franklin at the O2 Arena, completely changing his surroundings from usual home comforts.
