"Promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed that Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have signed a deal for a heavyweight boxing showdown later this year. Hearn posted on Instagram, 'Signed, sealed, delivered! AJ v Fury is on!'"
"Joshua will return to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on July 25, marking his first fight since a car accident last December that killed two close friends."
"Joshua stated, 'It's no secret I've taken some time to consolidate and rebuild to be ready for stepping back into the ring, and today is the next step on that journey.'"
"Hearn mentioned wanting a tune-up bout in July before facing Fury, with July and November being the two dates presented for the fights."
Eddie Hearn confirmed that Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have finalized a deal for a heavyweight boxing match later this year. Joshua will first fight Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Riyadh, marking his return after a car accident. Prenga, a former kickboxer, has a professional record of 20 wins and one loss. Hearn aims for a tune-up bout in July before the anticipated clash with Fury, potentially scheduled for November. Joshua expressed excitement about returning to the ring and starting a multi-fight deal.
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