Promoters to unveil Joshua, Usyk rematch date, venue in two weeks

Promoters of the much-awaited world heavyweight boxing title rematch between champion, Oleksandr Usyk and the man he dethroned, Anthony Joshua, are expected to unveil the date and venue of the fight in two weeks’ time.

Three world titles will be at stake in the fight. According to dazn.com, Saudi Arabia has been touted as a likely venue for the fight with the Kingdom able to offer up a huge sum to the fighters. Saudi Arabia had been considered for last year’s planned bout between Joshua and Tyson Fury. Joshua last fought there in 2019 in his rematch with Andy Ruiz Jr.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Alexander Krassyuk said: “Within the next two weeks, we expect to finalise details.

“This location is under discussion at the moment. Late June is also the timing we are considering now.

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