Eddie Hearn has revealed the identity of Anthony Joshua’s next opponent.
Joshua was knocked out in the fifth round at Wembley as he was beaten by Daniel Dubois.
Dubois retained his IBF heavyweight title with an impressive victory.
Despite the disappointing outcome on Saturday and suggestions in some quarters that he should retire, Joshua is already looking ahead to his next fight.
After the fight Hearn was asked about what the next steps are for Joshua, 34.
Eddie Hearn has revealed the identity of Anthony Joshua’s next opponent
Hearn is confident that Joshua will continue to fight despite the defeat against Dubois
Hearn disclosed that there is a rematch clause for Joshua to face Dubois again and added that it is likely to be activated.
Speaking to DAZN, Hearn said: ‘I’m sure he’ll exercise that rematch clause, I think that’s a given. He’ll need a rest and it’s a dangerous fight. This guy’s growing in confidence all the time.
Hearn stated that Joshua is likely to activate his rematch clause and face Dubois again
‘He’ll believe he can hurt Dubois. He’ll believe he can beat him, but full credit to Daniel Dubois, he deserves all the credit tonight. It was a great performance from Daniel.’
Following his defeat, Joshua admitted that he wanted to ‘kick off’ in the ring.
He said: ‘Credit to him and his team. We rolled the dice of success, but we came up short.
‘You know I’m ready to kick off in the ring, but I’m going to keep my cool, keep very professional, and give respect to my opponent.
‘I’m always saying to myself I’m a fighter for life… We keep rolling the dice.
‘I had a sharp opponent, a fast opponent and a lot of mistakes from my end, but that’s the game.’
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