Joshua was on the losing side of a split decision after a much-improved performance in Saudi Arabia following a points defeat in their first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last September. The two-time world champion’s best spell came in the ninth when he piled on the pressure and threatened to stop Usyk, who produced a remarkable response in the final three rounds to retain his WBA, WBO and IBF belts. “I had Joshua come in and win the fight,” Khan said. “He didn’t look his best the first time he fought him, so I thought this time with a new coach, obviously a new coach brings out the best in you and it’s going to help him. “But to be honest with you, six or seven rounds into the fight, you could see Joshua slowing down and Usyk getting stronger. Use Chrome browser for more accessible video player Oleksandr Usyk says he has made history after beating Anthony Joshua again and is convinced Tyson Fury has not retired and wants to fight him. “Usyk is a smaller guy, but the way he put that muscle on, the way he dominated, especially towards the end of the fight. “Those last two rounds are what I think cost AJ the fight. Up until the 10th round, AJ was doing well and it was those last two rounds that gave it to Usyk.” Fury has a deadline of Friday to confirm to the WBC if he intends to fight after the 34-year-old reconfirmed his retirement following his win over Dillian Whyte in April. But the British star claimed he would return to the ring for £500million, setting a September 1 deadline for all offers to come his way. “To all those suitors out there who want to do the race, I’m going to give you all seven days,” Fury said, “until September 1st to come up with the money. If not, thank you very much, it’s a blast, I’m retired. “All offers submitted must be to my lawyer,” he added. “In writing with proof of funds. “So let the games begin.” Amir Khan offered help himself. “Usyk is one of the best fighters out there. Pound for pound, it’s between him and Terrence Crawford,” Khan said. “What Usyk did last week was amazing. Use Chrome browser for more accessible video player Andy Scott, Hughie Fury and Barry Jones watch the Usyk vs Joshua rematch and work out a strategy to tame the Ukrainian champion. “Tyson (Fury) wants to make so much money. Everyone is running to Saudi Arabia because they want that big check. “I spoke to Tyson a few days ago and said, ‘look, maybe we can help you get this fight.’ “I think a bigger match would be Wembley Stadium with AJ. Even though AJ lost, I still think it’s a great match and people want to watch this match. “But with Usyk becoming world champion, winning all the world titles, him and Fury, if this fight happens, I’m giving it to Fury.” Use Chrome browser for more accessible video player Tyson Fury will “answer the bell” to face the winner of their Oleksandr Usyk vs Anthony Joshua rematch, says American promoter Bob Arum. Khan said he plans to contact Turki Al-Sheikh, a Saudi minister responsible for entertainment at the Royal Court, in an effort to help facilitate the match. “I think Fury has that long range, he’s going to box him and keep him for a long time, so I’m more of a fan of Fury in this fight,” Khan continued. “You know what his response was: ‘I want £500 million.’ I was like ok I’ll get back to you. “I am talking to the Saudi government, I know Turki Al-Sheikh very well, the guy who is making it happen in Saudi Arabia and I haven’t sent him that message yet but I will tell him he wants £500m. “That’s crazy, isn’t it?”
