Anthony Joshua defeats Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia

Anthony Joshua secured a dramatic victory over Kristian Prenga in a heavyweight bout staged in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, delivering a knockout in the third round that stunned the 20,000‑strong crowd. The fight, part of the Kingdom’s expanding sports‑event portfolio, saw Joshua regain momentum after a series of mixed results, while Prenga, a rising contender from the Balkans, was unable to withstand the British champion’s power and precision. Officials confirmed that the win improves Joshua’s standing in the heavyweight rankings and positions him as a leading candidate for a marquee showdown with unified champion Tyson Fury.

Promoters from both camps have indicated that discussions are already underway to negotiate a “super‑fight” between Joshua and Fury, a matchup long anticipated by boxing fans worldwide. The potential bout, which would likely be contested for multiple world titles, is expected to draw significant international attention and could be staged later this year, contingent on contractual agreements and venue finalization. As the heavyweight division looks toward this high‑profile clash, Joshua’s triumph in Saudi Arabia marks a pivotal step toward realizing that prospect.