Eddie Hearn: '2026 will probably be Anthony Joshua’s final year in boxing'

Matchroom promoter Hearn believes taking on long-term rival Tyson Fury is the one thing left for Joshua to do before hanging up his gloves.
Eddie Hearn: '2026 will probably be Anthony Joshua’s final year in boxing'

Next year could be Anthony Joshua’s last in boxing, according to Eddie Hearn. Picture: Bradley Collyer/PA

Next year will “probably” be Anthony Joshua’s last as a professional boxer, according to promoter Eddie Hearn.

The 35-year-old former two-time heavyweight champion is yet to return to the ring after suffering a shock stoppage defeat in his IBF title fight against Daniel Dubois in September.

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