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Antony Joshua wades into Povetkin’s doping scandal, makes shocking statement

Anthony Joshua fears any doping slurs would ruin his career. [Photo/AFP]

Anthony Joshua believes he would be forced to quit boxing if the heavyweight champion ever endured the kind of doping scandals that have engulfed Alexander Povetkin.

Povetkin's presence as the mandatory opponent for British star Joshua at Wembley on September 22 has infuriated fans, who feel he shouldn't be allowed back on the big stage after his drug issues.

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