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

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.

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.

Daniel Dubois defends the IBF world title against Joseph Parker on February 22 on Sky Sports Box Office; Martin Bakole is due to box Efe Ajagba in a final eliminator for that belt in May; Winning woul

Eddie Hearn has denied Anthony Joshua has agreed his next fight, saying the heavyweight is yet to begin talks with any opponent. Speculation on social media had suggested Joshua could fight Martin Bakole or Deontay Wilder next.

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.