Anthony Joshua finally breaks silence and announces when he will make his return

Anthony Joshua has confirmed that he will return to action at the end of 2025 ending speculation on when his ring comeback may take place. 

Last September, Joshua tried to become world champion for a third tome when he collided with Daniel Dubois at a sold-out Wembley Stadium . 

Joshua entered the contest a huge favourite, but his dreams were ultimately shattered as he was dropped four times before being counted out in the fifth session. 

Despite the loss, Joshua soon turned his attention to the undisputed heavyweight title rematch between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk last December as a showdown between him and Fury appeared to be a real possibility.   

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Fury was beaten for a second time by Usyk meaning that a long-awaited battle between him and Joshua could finally take place . 

Incorrect. Fury shocked the boxing world in January this year when he yet again announced another retirement from the sport . 

This has left Joshua to explore other option with Deontay Wilder and a rematch with Dubois both mentioned for the former champion. 

Despite no opponent being announced, Joshua has now confirmed that he will fght before 2025 is over. 

"December I will fight again," said Joshua when speaking to  ESPN Mexico . 

"That's when I want to fight again, I'll take some time, and I will go in December. I just want to get my body feeling good and then I'll fight. It's a simple job."

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