Anthony Joshua is expected to make his return to professional boxing on July 25 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he will face Kristian Prenga, as attention continues to build around a long-awaited showdown with Tyson Fury.
The British heavyweight last stepped into the ring in December, where he secured a victory over Jake Paul. However, his career momentum was followed by a difficult period after he was reportedly involved in a car crash that claimed the lives of two of his close friends, raising questions about his future in the sport at 36.
Despite the uncertainty, Joshua has remained linked with major heavyweight names. His appearance at ringside during Tyson Fury’s unanimous decision win over Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April reignited speculation about a potential all-British blockbuster fight.
The sight of both fighters in the same arena once again fuelled hopes that a long-anticipated clash, which has been discussed for nearly a decade, could finally take place.
For now, however, Joshua’s focus is on his upcoming bout in Riyadh, which is expected to be a key step in determining what comes next in his career.
