Boxing star Anthony Joshua delivers fierce retort to competition proposal from unbeaten 41-year-old boxing icon for return bout
In the world of boxing, the potential fight between retired legend Andre Ward and current heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua is still a topic of discussion. However, it seems that a bout against YouTube sensation turned boxer, Jake Paul, may be more imminent for Joshua.
Recent talks suggest that Jake Paul met with Saudi boxing promoter Turki Alalshikh to discuss the terms for a potential fight against Anthony Joshua. The potential fight between the two is a serious prospect, with their conversations progressing positively.
Anthony Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, has not ruled out the possibility of this fight, but has issued a warning to Jake Paul should their bout go ahead.
Meanwhile, Ward, a former professional boxer with an unbeaten record of 32-0, has expressed interest in fighting Anthony Joshua. Ward, who retired from boxing in 2017, made his suggestion on Instagram in a video where he mentioned the potential fight with Anthony Joshua. However, it's worth noting that Ward has not mentioned any interest in fighting Jake Paul.
Ward's suggestion comes at a time when Anthony Joshua is in negotiations for a fight against Jake Paul. The terms for the potential fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul are currently being discussed.
The next time we see Anthony Joshua in the ring, it's expected that he will be facing off against Jake Paul, not Andre Ward. Joshua recently returned to the ring after a 2024 knockout loss and is reportedly also considering a fight against Jake Paul, which appears more imminent.
Experts and insiders express skepticism about Ward's chances due to the long layoff, Ward's age (41), and the huge jump to heavyweight, where Joshua remains bigger and more active. Many believe Ward would be fighting primarily for a big payday rather than competitive reasons, with Ward’s return seen as risky to his legacy.
Anthony Joshua has responded to Ward's offer, suggesting it is a financial move from the retired boxer. Despite this, Ward has called out Joshua, saying the fight makes sense and would force him to get back into fight shape, describing it as dangerous but compelling for his legacy.
As for Jake Paul, he is preparing to face Anthony Joshua, should their bout go ahead. The return of Anthony Joshua is expected in late 2025 or early 2026, but his opponent has not been officially announced yet. The potential fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul is a matter of when, not if, we see them share the ring.
[1] The Guardian
[2] ESPN
[3] BBC Sport
[4] Sky Sports
[5] The Independent
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