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Anthony Joshua Eyes Undercard Return After Year-Long Hiatus

10/14/2025

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Summary

Joshua's Potential Comeback

Eddie Hearn, Anthony Joshua's promoter, said Joshua might fight on an undercard for the first time in a decade.
The bout would be low-stakes run-out, as Joshua has been inactive for a year and a half.
Hearn said the fight's focus is not on money.
There is a 50% chance Joshua will return before the end of the year.
Matchroom plans events in Australia and Los Angeles ahead of Christmas.

Summary

McGregor's Fight Focus

Conor McGregor (UFC fighter) and Jake Paul (YouTuber-turned-boxer) have exchanged words about a potential fight.
However, no match has materialized.
McGregor is focused on returning to the UFC and confirmed a White House event for America's 250th birthday.
Paul’s boxing match against 'Tank' is set to air on Netflix, which previously drew 60 million viewers for his fight with Mike Tyson.

History

Historical Context

The 1990s marked a pivotal era in boxing, highlighted by Buster Douglas's stunning upset over Mike Tyson on February 11, 1990, which ended Tyson's reign as the undisputed heavyweight champion. This decade also saw the emergence of stars like Evander Holyfield and Oscar De La Hoya, while the rise of pay-per-view events generated over $400 million, transforming the sport's financial landscape and paving the way for today's fighters.

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Joshua's Potential Comeback

Eddie Hearn, Anthony Joshua's promoter, said Joshua might fight on an undercard for the first time in a decade.
The bout would be low-stakes run-out, as Joshua has been inactive for a year and a half.
Hearn said the fight's focus is not on money.
There is a 50% chance Joshua will return before the end of the year.
Matchroom plans events in Australia and Los Angeles ahead of Christmas.

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