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Boxing fans around the world are buzzing with excitement as news emerges that Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder may finally face off in the ring. The two heavyweight superstars are reportedly in talks to fight on the same night in Saudi Arabia, in separate bouts, as a build-up to their long-awaited blockbuster showdown.
Interim Fights
After years of anticipation, negotiations for the Joshua-Wilder bout hit a roadblock when Saudi Arabian backers pulled out. Now, the fighters are faced with the prospect of returning to the ring for interim fights while they wait for negotiations to resume.
Postponed Unification Fight
The boxing world had been eagerly awaiting the historic four-belt heavyweight unification fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, scheduled for December 23 in Saudi Arabia. However, Fury's controversial win over ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou has led to the postponement of the highly anticipated bout until February.
December Show
Despite the delay, the Saudis are still planning a major boxing event on December 23 to mark the halfway point of Riyadh season. According to boxing reporter Dan Rafael, this event could feature separate bouts for Joshua and Wilder on the same card, setting the stage for a potential showdown between the two in the near future.
Ngannou's Plans
Francis Ngannou, who was initially considered to fight on the December card, has confirmed his plans to sit and wait for a rematch with Fury. This leaves the door open for Joshua and Wilder to potentially steal the show and captivate boxing fans worldwide.
A Christmas Cracker in the Middle East
Promoter Frank Warren has already teased that a Christmas cracker of a boxing event is being put together in the Middle East. While details are yet to be announced, Warren promises that it will be a historical night in boxing, leaving fans eagerly awaiting further information.
