About the Film
Following Vladimir Klitchsko's retirement after Joshua's last fight and mandatory challenger Kubret Pulev pulling out of the fight with a late injury, Carlos Takam was given just 12 days notice to fight the current WBA, IBF and IBO Heavyweight Champion. Widely regarded on the boxing scene as having one of the toughest granite chins in the business Takam took a considerable height and weight disadvantage into the ring, Anthony Joshua subsequently weighed in for what was then a career high 18st 2lbs and brought massive reach advantage. Before either fighter got into their rhythm this late match up resulted in blood spilled from both sides as old vs new battled in front of 75,000 fans in Cardiff, Wales. This became a world record high attendance for an indoor boxing event.
✨ The Watchlist Wizard Verdict
The Vibe: Anthony Joshua vs. Carlos Takam is a adrenaline-fueled and fast-paced action movie from 2017. and starring Anthony Joshua, Carlos Takam, Kal Yafai Following Vladimir Klitchsko's retirement after Joshua's last fight and mandatory challenger Kubret Pulev pulling out of the fight with a late injury, Carlos Takam was given just 12 days notice to fight the current WBA, IBF and IBO Heavyweight Champion.
Fan Reception: With an exceptional rating of 8/10, Anthony Joshua vs. Carlos Takam is widely acclaimed by audiences, signifying elite-tier storytelling and production value that puts it among the best action titles of 2017.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for fans of high-octane spectacle and epic set pieces. If you enjoy movies, Anthony Joshua vs. Carlos Takam deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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