Joshua vs Klitschko: Lennox Lewis assesses both fighters after witnessing Wembley weigh-in
Friday 28 April 2017 16:06, UK
Lennox Lewis believes Wladimir Klitschko will be determined to prove his doubters wrong against Anthony Joshua on Saturday night.
Ukrainian Klitschko aims to regain the IBF and WBA 'super' titles when he steps into the ring in front of a sold-out Wembley Stadium, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
The 41-year-old hasn't fought since losing to Tyson Fury in November 2015, yet Lewis - who knows about bouncing back from adversity, having avenged his only two pro defeats - insists the challenger shouldn't be written off.
"Everyone is saying that Klitschko is old, he doesn’t have it any more," he told Sky Sports News HQ.
"Mentally, I know he wants to prove everybody wrong, because that's what I'd want to do.
"And, by the look of him, I've never seen Klitschko in better shape. We're in for a good fight."
Klitschko looked in excellent shape as he weighed in at 17st 2lb 6oz at Wembley Arena on Friday. Joshua, meanwhile, registered 17st 12lbs 2oz on the scales, his heaviest weight yet since turning professional.
Lewis admits the Englishman's size is a slight concern ahead of the toughest test of his career - particularly if he's unable to get the job done in the early stages of the huge heavyweight showdown.
"It's a lot of weight (for Joshua). It could make a difference," the former undisputed world champion said.
"Going in at that weight is very heavy. It's a lot of muscle to move around for 12 rounds. He has to watch out about his stamina and make sure he can go in there in box."
