Anthony Joshua is keeping his fans in suspense regarding his return to the boxing ring, with a decision expected just 48 hours before the fight. Joshua has been out of action since suffering a knockout defeat by Daniel Dubois at Wembley in September last year. He is eyeing a warm-up match before a potential showdown with Tyson Fury in the coming year. The former heavyweight world champion may even feature on an undercard before Christmas, with short notice.
Promoter Eddie Hearn shared, “We will finalize his next fight this week. If Joshua fights this year, the announcement will be sudden, with no prior hype. We have potential opponents lined up for a tune-up fight, aiming for a relaxed approach leading up to the match day.”
Hearn mentioned the possibility of a surprise appearance by Joshua, emphasizing the pure sporting aspect over commercial interests. However, he hinted at a potential exception, suggesting a bout against YouTuber Jake Paul could be intriguing. While Paul sought replacement opponents for a December bout, Joshua’s camp clarified there had been discussions but no formal offer extended.
In other boxing news, the highly anticipated Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn rematch is scheduled for November 15 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Fans can catch the action on DAZN PPV or enjoy it for free with a DAZN Ultimate subscription.
Meanwhile, Joshua is on the lookout for a new coaching team, having parted ways with trainer Ben Davison. He recently visited Oleksandr Usyk’s training camp in Spain, gearing up for the next phase of his career. Joshua has trained under notable coaches like Tony Sims, Rob McCracken, Robert Garcia, and Derrick James, before aligning with Fury’s former stable.
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