The boxing world is shaping up for one of the most important events of the year, billed as ‘Judgment Day’, as several former heavyweight champions including Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder step back into the ring on Saturday.
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It is anticipated the event could set the stage for another epic showdown between Joshua and Wilder in 2024, should both fighters emerge victorious from their respective bouts.
For now, the former two-time heavyweight champion will have to put those aspirations on hold as he turns his attention to facing the experienced Wallin.
The Briton, known for his power and technical skills, will be looking to reaffirm his status in the division and keep his hopes of a showdown with Wilder in the near future alive, before going for the world title again.
But Wallin could prove to be a tough opponent to overcome.
Deontay Wilder returns to the ring
In the co-main event, Wilder returns to the ring for the first time since October 2022 to face Joseph Parker, another former world heavyweight champion.
Wilder is renowned for his impressive knockout record and aggressive style, and the American will try to prove that he is still a force to be reckoned with.
The importance of these fights stretches beyond the individual results, as a win for both could pave the way for a future rematch – with rumors about a fight taking place circulating since last year.
In any case, ‘Judgment Day’ promises to deliver some intense action with emotions running high, not only for Joshua and Wilder, but for all the participants in the evening.
That includes Dmitry Bivol, the WBA light heavyweight champion, who puts his title on the line against Englishman Lyndon Arthur. And in another hotly-anticipated heavyweight fight, Daniel Dubois goes up against the undefeated Jarrell Miller.
Full card for ‘Judgment Day’
- Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin (heavyweight)
- Deontay Wilder vs Joseph Parker (heavyweight)
- Dmitry Bivol vs Lyndon Arthur (for Bivol’s WBA light heavyweight title)
- Daniel Dubois vs Jarrell Miller; heavyweight
- Jai Opetaia vs Ellis Zorro (for Opetaia’s IBF cruiserweight title)
- Filip Hrgovic vs Mark de Mori (heavyweight)
- Arslanbek Makhmudov vs Agit Kabayel (for Kabayel’s European heavyweight title)
- Frank Sanchez vs Junior Fa (heavyweight)