Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic are set to face off in Manchester. Both fighters see this match as their last shot at staying in the heavyweight title picture.
Joyce, once seen as an unstoppable force in the division, has hit a rough patch. He lost twice to Zhilei Zhang, which changed how many fans viewed him as a contender. His most recent bout ended in a points loss to Derek Chisora. Now, Joyce wants to show fans he's still got what it takes to chase a world title.
Hrgovic stepped in as a replacement for this fight. The original plan had Joyce facing Dillian Whyte, but Whyte pulled out due to a finger injury. This switch gives Hrgovic a chance to bounce back from his first career loss to Daniel Dubois. He's eager to make an impact in the UK ring.
Hrgovic has made it clear he wants to leave a mark on British soil. He mentioned he wasn't feeling his best during his last camp, so fans might see a different fighter this time around.
Both Joyce and Hrgovic know what's at stake. A win could put them back on track for bigger fights, while a loss might push them further down the heavyweight ranks.
The fight promises to be a crucial moment for both men's careers. Fans will watch closely to see who can turn things around and keep their title dreams alive.
