Anthony Joshua is poised to sign a contract for a highly anticipated showdown with Tyson Fury, although he may opt for a warm-up fight in July before facing his British rival in November. Fury has already put pen to paper for the all-British superfight and has issued a fresh challenge to Joshua following his victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov. However, Joshua has yet to commit to the fight due to speculation surrounding a potential warm-up bout in July, which could be against Deontay Wilder. Promoter Eddie Hearn revealed that Joshua is nearing a return to full training and a July fight is expected, with a potential showdown against Fury to follow in November.
Hearn also expressed interest in Joshua facing Wilder and Fury back-to-back, although Wilder's camp claims no discussions have taken place.