Eddie Hearn has denied reports that Anthony Joshua’s next fight has been agreed with either Deontay Wilder or Martin Bakole. Joshua is expected to make his return to the ring in the summer. He is coming off the fourth defeat of his career after Daniel Dubois knocked him out in the fifth round.

Anthony Joshua is likely to fight twice this year as he looks to bounce back from a fourth career loss. ‘AJ’s latest defeat came at the hands of Daniel Dubois as he attempted to become a three-time world heavyweight champion.

Eddie Hearn has on Wednesday denied reports that Anthony Joshua's next opponent and fight has been agreed upon.

Martin Bakole is targeting a huge fight with Oleksandr Usyk as he looks to finally prove himself as the world’s best heavyweight. Bakole has been speculated to face Efe Ajagba in an eliminator for the IBF crown and that could open the door for a showdown with the Ukrainian.

Anthony Joshua's team have responded to recent reports claiming his next fight will be against Martin Bakole in Africa.

In a development that could echo the historic Rumble in the Jungle, discussions are underway for a high-profile heavyweight bout between former two-time world champion Anthony Joshua and rising contender Martin Bakole.

Anthony Joshua's return to boxing could be announced in the coming weeks with Martin Bakole fancying his chances. It comes after Tyson Fury made the shock decision to retire earlier this year, throwing AJ's plans out the window.