Anthony Joshua Addresses Deontay Wilder December Fight Rumors

Published 04/29/2023, 8:30 AM EDT

In the realm of heavyweight boxing, Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua are two of the most well-known fighters. Fans have been eagerly awaiting a potential matchup between these two knockout kings for a long time, and it seems as though 2023 might be the year it finally happens. Joshua recently disclosed something astonishing to a fan in a discussion that stunned the boxing world.

Even though he didn’t say much, his comments were enough to stir the fans. The anticipation is at an all-time high due to rumors that Joshua and Wilder would square off in December 2023. What specifically did Joshua state? And, what are the chances of this fight taking place?

Anthony Joshua on fighting Deontay Wilder

During a recent interaction with a fan, Anthony Joshua revealed some exciting news about his future plans in the boxing ring. The conversation started with the fan asking, “Come on champ let’s go, come on, ay bro you’re gonna beat Wilder no?” to which Joshua confidently responded, “That’s what’s happening, you know it’s going to.”

‼️ Anthony Joshua on fighting Deontay Wilder: "That's what's happening. It's public news, we're throwing it down in December."
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The fan continued to press for more information, asking, “In December, in December, yeah?” Joshua replied with a simple, “Yeah, we’re throwing it down in December.” Fans are talking about a possible Joshua-Deontay Wilder fight in December of this year as a result of this brief interaction. Fans are eagerly awaiting further details about this highly anticipated battle after Joshua’s confirmation only fueled the flames.

Anthony Joshua prioritizes winning over money in potential Deontay Wilder fight

The impending battle between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder is all about winning, according to the British heavyweight, who claims that earning money is not his top goal. Joshua thinks that a fight with Wilder is almost certainly going to happen and that there will always be money available, but that the key is fighting spirit rather than getting the best offer.

He showed respect for Wilder and his accomplishments in the division and acknowledges that fighting him will push him to raise his game. Joshua is preparing for a December showdown with Wilder in Saudi Arabia as part of a three-fight plan that aims to return him to the top of his division.

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As fans eagerly anticipate the December showdown between Joshua and Wilder, it’s worth considering Joshua’s words about what truly matters in the ring. What do you think – is winning the only thing that matters in boxing? Or do other factors, like the size of the purse or the quality of the performance, come into play as well? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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Mrinal Mishra is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who is dedicated to covering live events with a special emphasis on influencer boxing events. With a focus on storytelling, Mishra strives to bring to light the stories of fighters that often go untold. As a big fan of Mike Tyson, Mishra believes that boxing will remain relevant for eternity, and he is committed to covering the sport with the respect and admiration it deserves.

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