In a groundbreaking announcement, Matchroom and Queensberry revealed that Anthony Joshua is set to square off against Francis Ngannou in an anticipated fight in Saudi Arabia. This news surfaced during a Friday night announcement, with further details regarding the fight date scheduled to be confirmed in the coming week. A press conference has been slated for January 15 in London to unveil more specifics about this high-stakes matchup.
Joshua’s recent victory over Otto Wallin on December 23 signaled his relentless pursuit to reclaim the heavyweight throne. Originally slated to face Deontay Wilder next, plans shifted as Wilder faced a defeat against Joseph Parker during the same event, altering the heavyweight landscape.
Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, made a remarkable debut in professional boxing by flooring Tyson Fury in their encounter last October. Despite Fury securing a split decision victory, Ngannou’s formidable performance catapulted him into the WBC’s top 10 rankings among heavyweight contenders.
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Expressing his unwavering confidence after the Wallin fight, Joshua boldly declared, “I’m ready to take on any challenger, anytime, anywhere.”
Stay tuned for forthcoming updates on this much-anticipated clash between two titans of the ring, as the world eagerly awaits the confirmed fight date and further developments surrounding this monumental showdown.
