Anthony Joshua’s Next Fight Being Planned for March 2024 in Saudi, 3 Potential Opponents Revealed

Anthony Joshua‘s fight plans for this year fell apart after Joseph Parker dealt Deontay Wilder a loss. On December 23, Joshua showcased a return to form by effortlessly defeating Otto Wallin.  is expected to be quite an eventful year for the heavyweight division with Tyson Fury facing off against Oleksandr Usyk. Apart from a match-up with the winner of this fight, there are a few more matches that Eddie Hearn has in mind for Joshua.

Hearn has revealed that Joshua’s next fight will be held in March and there are three fighters who AJ has to choose from now. The names that have come up include Filip Hrgovic, Zhilei Zhang, and Francis Ngannou. Why the three? Let us find out.

Who are the three opponents Anthony Joshua is eyeing?

The triumph over Wallin is anticipated to propel Joshua to the second position in the IBF rankings. Consequently, he is now well-positioned to contend for the soon-to-be vacated IBF world title against Hrgovic. “There’s Hrgovic fight for the world Heavyweight title.. there’s the Francis Ngannou fight which would be absolutely colossal,” revealed Hearn. As Joshua tries to gather the heavyweight belts, Zhang, the Chinese heavyweight has also become a deserving opponent. “There’s the Zhang fight out there,” stated Hearn

Following his victory over Zhang, securing a gold medal at the London 2012 Olympics, Joshua, the British heavyweight, is now confronted with Zhang’s presence in the scenario. Zhang’s two victories over Joe Joyce last year make him more important in the heavyweight scene.

Ngannou, after his stupendous performance against Tyson Fury last year, has also held the attention of boxing enthusiasts and Hearn alike. Though the controversial fight ended with a victory for Tyson, ‘The Predator’ won the support of fans and multiple other boxers. And now, we might just see him trying to prove himself against Joshua too.

Deontay Wilder plans to fight the winner of the Fury vs Usyk fight

Renowned for his knockout prowess, Wilder faces a pivotal juncture as the much-anticipated showdown with  Joshua seems to be slipping away. Following Wilder’s bout with Parker in Saudi Arabia, the narrative takes an intriguing turn. Former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr., expressing an unexpected allegiance to Parker, adds a layer of drama to the situation. “We got Andy Ruiz, who’s still looking for some action… Usyk and Fury,” said Malik Scott hinting at a potential faceoff.

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However, manager Scott’s focus extends beyond matchmaking, prioritizing Wilder’s holistic readiness—spiritually, mentally, and physically. Scott emphasizes the significance of ensuring Wilder is fully prepared for any challenges on the horizon, reflecting a commitment to his overall well-being.

As the fighter figures out how to go about their upcoming matches, fans await the final decisions. How do you predict for this to unfold? Let us know in the comments below.

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