Joshua vs Klitschko: Tale of the tape after Wembley weigh-in

At 17st 12lb, British boxer has a 10lb advantage over the Ukrainian legend

Anthony Joshua, Wladimir Klitschko
(Image credit: Getty)

Anthony Joshua has weighed in 10lb heavier than his opponent Wladimir Klitschko ahead of their heavyweight showdown at Wembley on Saturday night.

The undefeated British world champion's weight of 17st 12lb is the heaviest he's ever been and he was in a positive mood at the weigh-in. He told Sky Sports he felt "confident" ahead of the bout, which will take place in front of a crowd of 90,000 – the biggest post-war audience for a boxing match in the UK.

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