‘It’s only boxing’ – Conor McGregor rages at Anthony Joshua retirement calls following Daniel Dubois KO loss [Video]

Conor McGregor strongly disagrees with those calling for Anthony Joshua to retire.

The former two-time heavyweight world champion was battered from the first bell during his shock fifth-round knockout loss to Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium on Saturday night.

During his post-fight press conference, Joshua insisted that he would fight on.

However, some people, including boxing legend Ricky Hatton, have called for the 36-year-old to call time on his career in the aftermath of his fourth pro loss.

McGregor passionately backed AJ to rebound from the crushing defeat.

The UFC superstar insists losses like the one Joshua suffered against Dubois are a part of the sport and shouldn’t be considered career-ending.

“AJ is number one,” McGregor told The Stomping Ground.

“This is his eighth stadium show here with Eddie and Barry [Hearn].

“He’s a legend forever.”

McGregor added when asked if there’s a way back for Joshua: “For sure there is.

“He had him. He smacked …