Joshua vs Whyte: Dillian Whyte heavier than Anthony Joshua at weigh-in
Saturday 12 December 2015 10:34, UK
Dillian Whyte outweighed favourite Anthony Joshua at Friday's weigh-in as Saturday's British and Commonwealth heavyweight title clash looms large.
Underdog Whyte (16-0-KO13) tipped the scales at 17st 9lb before Olympic champion Joshua (14-0-KO14) weighed in two pounds lighter ahead of their long-awaited showdown - live on Sky Sports Box Office.
After Thursday's fractious final press conference, many were eagerly anticipating the final stare-down but Whyte opted to turn his back on Joshua with a smile. Joshua coolly walked to the other side to face him and, just before the pair parted ways, said something in Whyte's ear.
I told him in his ear that he's going to learn about levels tomorrow. I feel good. I never really check my weight. It's only a boxing match and that's what I've been looking forward to.
Afterwards, Joshua revealed to Sky Sports News HQ: "I told him in his ear that he's going to learn about levels tomorrow.
"I feel good. I never really check my weight. It's only a boxing match and that's what I've been looking forward to. I'm used to a really confrontational Dillian Whyte. Maybe it's just a game plan to throw me off but I've got to get used to that kind of thing.
"We're both prospects but I'm coming along nicely and I want to display that tomorrow by defeating Dillian in good fashion. That's all. You've got to tune in and see what it's about. Two undefeated heavyweights putting it on the line.
"He's confident in beating me and I feel exactly the same. May the best man win. He'll probably hit me with a jab or two and maybe a right, but that'll stop. I'll try my best to avoid it and if it happens, I'll stop it and come back with counters.
"Win or lose, whatever happens with Dillian, let's give him some respect because he's putting it on the line."
Whyte said of the decision to turn his back: "His breath didn't smell nice so I turned around. I just didn't like the smell of his breath at the time. I'm not trying to get under his skin - I've just stated a few facts and that's all.
"I believe in myself, in my ability and I've worked hard. I've been working hard my whole life. I'm 16-0 now and probably a few fights off a world title fight but I belong here. I've fought the hard way and built my way up slowly.
"He won an Olympic gold medal, the ABAs and he signed with Matchroom. He's getting what he deserves. For me, it's been trials and tribulations but you have to play the hand you've been dealt and it got me to here. If I win, my hand changes dramatically.
"What's happened to me in boxing is nothing compared to what has happened to me in life. I'm a hungry man and I have mouths to feed so I have to feed them too. Both men have their pride to lose and he's got Sky and everything to lose."
Joshua v Whyte headlines a colossal night of boxing with Chris Eubank Jr and Gary 'Spike' O'Sullivan settling their differences and Tony Bellew, Kevin Mitchell, Luke Campbell and many more in action beforehand.
Joshua vs Whyte is exclusively live on Sky Sports Box Office, December 12, and is now available to order via your Sky remote or online.
