Anthony Joshua, the former two-time heavyweight champion, has been issued a 28-day suspension following his knockout loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.

The ban, enforced by the British Boxing Board of Control, is a standard procedure for fighters who suffer a knockout (KO) or technical knockout (TKO), ensuring they have ample recovery time before returning to the ring.

In the highly anticipated fight, Joshua was knocked down three times before Dubois delivered a decisive right hand in the fifth round, marking Joshua's fourth career loss. 

Despite this setback, the suspension is not expected to interfere with any of Joshua's upcoming plans, as he has no fights scheduled during the recovery period. 

However, the loss has reignited discussions about the 34-year-old’s future in boxing, with some critics, including former boxer Carl Froch, questioning Joshua's desire and performance in the ring. 

Froch went so far as to say that Joshua "lacked ambition" and seemed to have lost his confidence during the fight.

Despite the criticism, Joshua has expressed his determination to continue his boxing career. 

In a statement, he thanked his fans and reiterated his focus on the positives, emphasizing that his journey is far from over.

While the ban is short-term, the conversation around Joshua’s potential retirement and future matchups, including possible rematches or a showdown with Tyson Fury, continues to be a major talking point in the boxing community.