Povetkin is ready to fight Joshua in 2018

Alexander Povetkin
Alexander Povetkin

Alexander Povetkin of Russia is ready to fight the heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua in 2018. "Should I fight till my 50s? When should I fight Joshua? When Joshua boxed Wladimir Klitschko, he missed a very heavy blow - he's certainly a tough guy, he has the strength. Even after the heavy punch, he regrouped and won the fight," Povetkin said.

Povetkin also noted that Joshua is currently the leader of heavyweight division. "Well, physically yes, Joshua is a good, strong guy, and of course, I want to fight him, so I continue my career to fight the best," Povetkin added.