Hold onto your seats, boxing fans, because a monumental night of heavyweight action is in the works! Anthony Joshua has confirmed that he will face off against Deontay Wilder in Saudi Arabia this December. And that’s not all – Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will also be fighting to unify the heavyweight titles on the same night. This is shaping up to be one of the biggest events in boxing history, with fight purses potentially reaching a jaw-dropping $400 million.
But it’s not all smooth sailing. Negotiations with Fury have been historically difficult, and attempts to get Joshua and Usyk into the ring with the “Gypsy King” have so far failed to yield fruit. But with Saudi Arabia offering up a nine-figure sum, it looks like Fury might finally have an incentive to make it happen.
This event is a real game-changer for the world of boxing, leaving former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou with few options other than to wait until 2024 for his own shot at a “super” fight. And for Joshua, who has had a rocky couple of years, this is an opportunity to prove himself once again after back-to-back losses to Usyk. Wilder, on the other hand, is looking to continue his comeback trail after losing two fights to Fury.
All eyes will be on Saudi Arabia this December as the heavyweight giants go head-to-head in what promises to be an unforgettable night of boxing. Get ready for some serious action!