Anthony Joshua thinks Joseph Parker will win the IBF Heavyweight title fight against Daniel Dubois. The big match will happen in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on February 22, 2025.
Joshua knows both fighters well. He beat Parker in a tough fight that went the full distance back in 2018. It was the first time Joshua didn't finish a fight early, showing how tough Parker can be. But Dubois gave Joshua a shock when he knocked him out in the fifth round at Wembley Stadium, defending the IBF title he now holds.
Parker's had some ups and downs lately. He lost to Dillian Whyte and Joe Joyce but bounced back with wins over Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang. Those victories got him this shot at the IBF belt. Dubois got the full champion status after beating Filip Hrgovic.
Joshua's prediction came as part of a fun challenge with Turki Alalshikh. They're each picking a side to see who guesses right. Joshua's backing Parker to become a two-time world champion.
"22nd of February. It's gonna be big. Make sure you tune in. I'm actually gonna come out to Saudi and watch the fight between Joseph Parker and Daniel Dubois. Good luck to both men. Me and His Excellency, we have an agreement. He picks his side, I pick my side and we see who wins."
Joshua plans to be there in person for the fight. He's likely keeping a close eye on it because he wants another shot at a heavyweight belt himself. A rematch with whoever wins could be on his mind.
Joshua's loss to Dubois was a big surprise to many fans. Now he's looking to climb back to the top of the heavyweight division.
The prediction challenge between Joshua and Alalshikh was announced on social media, adding some extra fun to the build-up. Fans will have to wait until February to see if Joshua's pick is right.
