Instead, Joshua went on to knock out former UFC champion Francis Ngannou, while Wilder was stopped by Zhilei Zhang in his next bout. Joshua was also on the wrong end of a KO in 2024, however, as Daniel Dubois retained the IBF title against his fellow Briton in September.

Anthony Joshua could face Deontay Wilder next if Tyson Fury stays retired. Turki Alalshikh has now set his sights on the match.

The British star is hoping to get back to winning ways after enduring a crushing defeat in his last fight against Daniel Dubois back in September

Anthony Joshua could now be on a collision course to finally face Deontay Wilder following the surprise retirement of Tyson Fury. Joshua is plotting his return to the ring later this year after suffering the fourth loss of his career in devastating fashion against Daniel Dubois last September.

Anthony Joshua has not contacted his promoter Eddie Hearn following Tyson Fury's shock retirement announcement on Monday, as the Matchroom boss also gave his reaction to the news

Joshua is looking to get back to winning ways following his defeat to Daniel Dubois, but has recently been dealt a huge blow following Fury's recent announcement

Eddie Hearn has revealed Anthony Joshua's 'reaction' to Tyson Fury's shock retirement from boxing. On Monday, Fury stunned the world of boxing after announcing his retirement from the sport in the wake of his second consecutive defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.

Anthony Joshua has been left in limbo following Tyson Fury's shock retirement - but has a number of possible options for his next fight, according to Eddie Hearn