Update: Bulgarian boxer, Kubrat Pulev apologises after being accused of racism over comment he made about Anthony Joshua’s skin colour

Kubrat Pulev has been pressured to apologised after he was accused of racism over a remark he made about Anthony Joshua forward of their world heavyweight title bout. Click on Right here to learn concerning the feedback he made

The 39-year-old Bulgarian will struggle the Nigerian-British heavyweight champion for his WBA, IBF, and WBO titles, with the struggle now set to happen in London on December 12.

Earlier this week, Pulev was requested about his verdict on Joshua forward of their struggle, he then went on to make a controversial remark about his pores and skin color.

‘His strengths? I’d say he has a really highly effective punch undeniably,’ stated Pulev throughout a press convention.

‘What are his different strengths? His tan is healthier than mine.’

Pulev has now launched an announcement after his remark sparked accusations of racism from boxing followers.

I might by no means, beneath any circumstances, enable myself to indicate disrespect to a different human being on racial, ethnic or non secular grounds,’ the 39-year-old stated.

‘If any person has been offended by my phrases, I hope they’d attempt to perceive precisely what I meant by them and if they can’t perceive me, then settle for my honest apology.’