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British boxer Anthony Joshua has now joined the elite group of boxing’s top earners, securing third place behind Tyson Fury and Canelo Álvarez. Joshua’s ascension in the rankings highlights his ongoing success, both in major bouts and through endorsement opportunities that have significantly boosted his financial portfolio.
Anthony Joshua’s September fight with Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium saw him pocket a guaranteed £6 million purse. Should the pay-per-view numbers hit 850,000 buys, Joshua’s total earnings could climb beyond £25 million, underscoring his immense earning power in the sport.
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With a reported $100 million in earnings from his May showdown with Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tyson Fury leads the earnings chart. The massive sum reflects not only the significance of the historic match but also the booming market for big-ticket boxing events in the Middle East.
Canelo Álvarez, the Mexican boxing legend, secured $35 million for his successful defense of the undisputed super middleweight title against Jaime Munguia at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. As reported by boxing journalist Dan Rafael, this payday reflects Álvarez’s enduring appeal and financial strength within the boxing world.
Anthony Joshua’s substantial earnings underscore his status as one of boxing’s highest-paid athletes, reflecting the sport’s era of multimillion-dollar bouts and record-breaking contracts.
