Anthony Joshua's Dream Match against Deontay wilder is in jeopardy

Former Rival Andy Ruiz Jr Steps In

Anthony Joshua's dreams of facing off against Deontay Wilder in a highly anticipated match have been dashed. Negotiations between the two parties fell through, and now, former rival Andy Ruiz Jr has swooped in to challenge the Bronze Bomber. Ruiz is eager to reopen negotiations and has even suggested that he may be willing to forfeit a larger share of the purse to make the fight happen. This development significantly decreases the chances of Joshua and Wilder returning to the negotiating table.

Wilder's Trainer Malik Scott Delivers Another Blow

Adding to Joshua's disappointment, Wilder's trainer Malik Scott revealed that Ruiz is now the most likely opponent for his fighter. Scott explained that fighters are hesitant to face Wilder, who is known for his devastating knockout power. He also expressed frustration at the unreasonable financial demands some fighters make, despite knowing that the money is not on the table. Scott further shed light on the reasons behind the breakdown of talks between Wilder and Joshua, suggesting that Joshua was not eager to face his fighter due to Wilder's knockout ability.

Overall, it seems that Joshua's hopes for a showdown with Wilder have been dealt a significant blow. Ruiz has emerged as a potential challenger, and the chances of Joshua and Wilder coming to an agreement in the near future appear slim. The boxing world eagerly awaits the next moves of these heavyweight fighters.