In an unexpected twist to their ongoing rivalry, Anthony Joshua has come out swinging—both verbally and figuratively—after Daniel Dubois declined a massive $35 million rematch offer. The British heavyweight champion wasted no time in taunting his fellow boxer, calling him a “big loser” and questioning his decision to turn down what was considered a life-changing sum of money.

The bad blood between Joshua and Dubois had been simmering for some time. Their first encounter, which took place in a tense and hard-fought bout, ended with Joshua securing a victory in dramatic fashion. However, there was no shortage of controversy surrounding the result. Many felt that Dubois had the potential to go the distance, while others believed Joshua’s experience and skill were ultimately the deciding factors. The clash between the two giants was only the beginning of what seemed like a promising boxing rivalry.

Fast-forward to the present day, and Joshua is now clearly frustrated with Dubois’ recent refusal to step into the ring for a rematch. Despite the enormous financial incentive—$35 million for a second fight—Dubois’ camp reportedly turned down the offer, citing various reasons, including concerns about timing, preparation, and future career plans.

Joshua, never one to shy away from a confrontation, wasted no time in mocking Dubois for his refusal. “A big loser,” Joshua said during a post-match interview. “He had a golden opportunity to make a lot of money and prove himself, but he backed out. I don’t know what he’s thinking. That’s what you call a big loser in my book. I gave him a chance, but he doesn’t want it. I’m ready to fight anytime, anywhere. He had his shot.”

Joshua’s comments sent shockwaves through the boxing community, with fans and analysts alike wondering what this rejection means for the future of the heavyweight division. The rematch was seen by many as one of the most anticipated bouts in recent years, with a potential clash between two of the biggest names in British boxing promising to draw massive crowds and even bigger paydays.

However, with Dubois declining the offer, it raises questions about his next moves in the ring. Many feel that Dubois might be avoiding a rematch due to doubts about his ability to overcome Joshua in a second meeting, especially after some of his more recent performances. The decision also raises doubts about his career trajectory, as turning down such a lucrative offer could be seen as a misstep for his long-term prospects.

Joshua’s “big loser” taunt, however, may not be entirely without reason. The heavyweight division has been undergoing a transformation, with new contenders emerging and existing champions like Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk continuing to dominate the scene. Joshua himself, having suffered some setbacks in recent years, has made it clear he is hungry for more, and it seems he’s not about to let Dubois walk away without a fight—both in and out of the ring.

As the drama unfolds, boxing fans are left wondering whether the rivalry between Joshua and Dubois will ever come to a head again or if this offer, and the insults that followed, will be the last chapter in their contentious relationship. Regardless, one thing is clear: in the world of heavyweight boxing, nothing is ever straightforward, and rivalries only seem to grow fiercer with each passing day.