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Anthony Joshua will look to set up a highly-anticipated clash against Deontay Wilder when he fights Otto Wallin on December 23.
Former two-time heavyweight world champion Joshua is back in the ring for the third time this year after beating Jermaine Franklin in April and Robert Helenius in August. 'AJ' looked set to return in the first quarter of 2024 but a short-notice fight with Wallin was agreed upon for a blockbuster card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
The event will also feature the return of Wilder, who hasn't fought since knocking out Helenius in a round last October. 'The Bronze Bomber' will need to get past Joseph Parker to keep up his side of the deal for a fight with Joshua. the likes of Daniel Dubois and Dmitry Bivol are also in action, so here's all you need to know about the big event...
When is Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin and what time will it start in UK?
Joshua and Wallin will fight on Saturday, December 23. The rivals will not walk to the ring until around 11pm UK time, which is 1am on Sunday morning in Riyadh. There are seven fights taking place on the star-stacked undercard, which is set to get underway at 7pm. Fight times are subject to change depending on the results of the undercard bouts.
How to watch Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin in UK on TV channel and live stream
Joshua vs Wallin is being shown exclusively on DAZN pay-per-view and the event will cost fans in the UK £19.99. DAZN can be watched on multiple devices such as laptop, smart TV and the mobile app. Fans can start their subscription to DAZN for £9.99 a month, with a minimum term of 12-months, by clicking here.
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Who is fighting on the undercard?
Deontay Wilder vs Joseph Parker
Daniel Dubois vs Jarrell Miller
Dmitry Bivol vs Lyndon Arthur - for WBA lightweight title
Jai Opetaia vs Ellis Zorro - for IBF cruiserweight title
Filip Hrgovic vs Mark de Mori
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs Agit Kabayel
Frank Sanchez vs Junior Fa
Odds
Joshua 2/9
Wallin 3/1
Draw 18/1
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Quotes corner
Joshua: “People taken about I’ve peaked have never even seen what a peak looks like in their careers. I look forward to delivering my message to Wallin on December 23. I know where I want to go and I know what I want to do. I believe I’m going to be three-time heavyweight champion of the world.”
Wallin: “My manager and I spoke about this fight and we thought it made sense. We came to a conclusion in about two days, I’m coming into this fight after a great win against Gassiev. I’m in a great position and I’m on top of the world, I’ve been waiting for this fight for a long time.”