“We did sign,” Eddie Hearn reveals Joseph Parker vs. Deontay Wilder fight was a ‘kick in the n*ts’ for Anthony Joshua super fight

Will Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder ever happen? Let's see what Eddie Hearn thinks.

“We did sign,” Eddie Hearn reveals Joseph Parker vs. Deontay Wilder fight was a ‘kick in the n*ts’ for Anthony Joshua super fight

Eddie Hearn, Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder (image credit- IMAGO)

In the world of boxing, anticipation for a highly anticipated fight can often reach a feverish pitch. Fans eagerly await the clash of two talented fighters, each vying for victory and the chance to cement their legacy in the sport. One such fight that had fans buzzing was the potential showdown between heavyweight champions Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder.

However, according to Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, a recent fight between Joseph Parker and Deontay Wilder dealt a devastating blow to the hopes of seeing the Joshua-Wilder super fight.

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Both former heavyweight champions, Joshua and Deontay Wilder, have been on a collision course for several years now. Subsequently, both fighters possess incredible knockout power and have amassed an impressive record of victories. Fans around the world have eagerly anticipated a showdown between them, which would undoubtedly be one of the biggest fights.

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Furthermore, both fighters were already in talks for a super fight in 2024, but Wilder’s loss has foiled those plans. As such, Hearn stated:

It was a kick in the n*ts. We signed a contract to fight Deontay Wilder. Which is irrelevant now, but we did sign. That fight was gonna get made. But boxing is boxing. And we've got to look for another opponent next.
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In a recent interview, Hearn revealed that the fight between Parker and Wilder had thrown a wrench in their plans. Hearn described it as a “kick in the n*ts” for Joshua’s team since they were securing the super fight.

However, Hearn stated that such unpredictable outcomes are common in boxing, and they would have to reassert their options. Furthermore, while discussing some potential opponents for Joshua, Hearn mentioned Filip Hrgovic.

Anthony Joshua still believes he can fight Deontay Wilder

For Joshua, the potential fight against Wilder represented a chance to solidify his status in the heavyweight division. A victory over Wilder would have undoubtedly elevated Joshua’s legacy and further cemented his place among boxing’s elite. Furthermore, Joshua has been accused of avoiding a fight with Wilder for several years now, and Joshua wanted to end that.

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Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua (image credits- IMAGO)

However, the unexpected turn of events after Wilder lost has forced Joshua and his team to reassess their plans. In a recent post-fight interview, Joshua was asked about his thoughts on a potential fight with Wilder. Joshua, known for his calm and composed demeanor, surprised everyone with his assertive response.

He made it clear that he is still interested in fighting Wilder, despite his recent defeat. While Joshua still believes that he might fight Wilder, he stated that he will let his team decide this as well.

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