Deontay Wilder Strengthens Ring Up Signal Against Anthony Joshua

United States heavyweight boxer Deontay Wilder is in plans to fight Anthony Joshua by the end of 2023 (photo: INSTAGRAM @bronzebomber)

JAKARTA The former WBC heavyweight champion, Deontay Wilder, further strengthens the possibility of getting into the ring against former world heavyweight champion twice, Anthony Joshua.

Wilder's plan to duel with Joshua has been busy lately. Both are most likely to fight at the end of this year in Saudi Arabia.

"We have a lot of different options right now. Joshua and many more. I think a lot of people will get a dream fight that everyone wants to see," Wilder said.

Previously, Wilder's coach, Malik Scott, had given a signal regarding the duel plan. In a recent interview, he was confident that Wilder could contribute to Joshua in just three rounds.

However, Wilder on the other hand gave a different view. He saw Joshua's potential to trouble him in the ring was huge.

"No night is easy. Nothing is easy because on the night of the fight, you never know what they might have that night," said Wilder.

Joshua himself has previously signaled this fight. He said Wilder was a tough opponent in the ring.

"He's good. I respect him, I don't underestimate him. It will make me improve my game," said Joshua.

"I respect what he has done in this division. It's hard to be a champion and he did. So, I have to respect that. It will be a difficult battle, but I believe in myself," he added.

Wilder last boarded the ring in October last year to beat heavyweight challenger Robert Helenius knockout (Ko) in one round.

Meanwhile, Joshua just got into the ring earlier this month against Jermaine Franklin. He came out victorious through a unanimous decision to end his previous two consecutive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.