Anthony Joshua set for Otto Wallin test in fate-decider Saudi showdown

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Heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is set for a major boxing showdown with Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia today (Saturday). During their final face-off on Friday, Joshua was unfazed, maintaining demeanor even when Wallin was spewing words to his face.. The former world champion will go head-to-head with the Swedish contender, sharing the stage in another fight between Deontay Wilder vs. Joseph Parker. Reports suggest that a two-fight deal is in place for Joshua to face Wilder in 2024, if both win their fights today. Boxing: Anthony Joshua set for Otto Wallin test in fate-decider Saudi showdownBoxing: Anthony Joshua set for Otto Wallin test in fate-decider Saudi showdownAnthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin set for tonight – Getty image However, despite the potential Wilder matchup, Joshua remains laser-focused on Wallin. “This is the best fight card in history, and I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else in the world right now. If my prayers are answered, I’ll get the win.” “I’m a serious fighter, I’m a serious businessman as well. I’ve got a great team behind me handling business, but let me focus on what I’ve got to focus on. I need to get this win.” During weigh-in, Joshua weighed in at 251lbs, while Wallin stood at 238.6lbs.

Joshua vs Wilder showdown agreed to hold March 9 in Saudi Arabia on one condition

Joshua vs Wilder showdown agreed to hold March 9 in Saudi Arabia on one condition

Joshua vs Wilder showdown agreed to hold March 9 in Saudi Arabia on one condition

Anthony Joshua – Getty image The much-anticipated clash between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder is reportedly set to take place on March 9, 2024 in Saudi Arabia. However, both fighters must first win their upcoming matches next weekend to show their strength for the long-awaited heavyweight showdown. The news comes as Tyson Fury’s bout against Oleksandr Usyk, initially slated for December 23, was rescheduled to February 17 due to Fury’s demanding ten-round encounter with Francis Ngannou. With this shift, Saudi Arabia opted to host a significant heavyweight card next weekend, featuring Joshua against Otto Wallin and Wilder against Joseph Parker.  

Joshua vs Wilder showdown agreed to hold March 9 in Saudi Arabia on one condition

Anthony Joshua – Getty image According to reports by ESPN, a deal is in place for Joshua and Wilder to meet in March, on the condition that both must emerge winners in their respective bouts next week. The reported agreement brings some excitement with it, as the bout has been in the making since 2018. Joshua’s opponent next weekend Wallin, recently defeated Murat Gassiev and suffered a loss only to Tyson Fury. Wilder, on the other hand, will square it off against former world champion Joseph Parker.