'Lemsips stacked up in fight week' - from hypochondria to world title contender
Summary
Josh Kelly, a professional boxer, faced struggles with severe health anxiety that affected his performance, especially during a significant fight against David Avanesyan. Despite these challenges, Kelly is preparing to fight for a world title against Bakhram Murtazaliev in Newcastle. He has taken steps to manage his anxiety, including seeking support from friends, family, and faith.Key Facts
- Josh Kelly is a professional boxer with 17 victories, nine of which are knockouts.
- He struggled with chronic hypochondria, formally known as illness anxiety disorder.
- Kelly's anxiety notably affected him in a 2021 fight against David Avanesyan, his only career defeat.
- Before fights, Kelly faced sleepless nights and took extreme measures like consuming caffeine and whiskey.
- Kelly has moved from welterweight to light-middleweight and fights for the IBF light-middleweight world title against Bakhram Murtazaliev.
- Kelly is a father of two, and his parenting initially intensified his anxiety.
- He took a 16-month break from boxing to address his mental health, relying on personal and professional support.
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