Anthony Joshua Refuses To Underestimate Prenga

According to Ireporter Online, the former world heavyweight champion is scheduled to face Prenga at the Jeddah Superdome in Saudi Arabia on July 25. While many boxing observers believe the bout is designed to prepare Joshua for a blockbuster encounter with fellow British heavyweight Tyson Fury, the two-time world champion insists he is not taking his opponent lightly.

Prenga enters the contest with an impressive professional record of 20 wins and one defeat, with every one of his victories coming by knockout. The Albanian has also openly expressed his determination to derail Joshua’s ambitions by securing a career-defining upset.

Speaking ahead of the fight, Joshua maintained that he sees the contest as a genuine challenge rather than a stepping stone, emphasizing that his only objective is to secure victory with an outstanding performance.

The British boxer explained that his attention is fixed on displaying the improvements made during his training camp and proving he remains one of the most dangerous heavyweights in the division. He added that he is focused on showcasing his skills inside the ring rather than simply getting through the fight.

Joshua also acknowledged Prenga’s diverse combat sports background, noting that his opponent has experience in kickboxing and other fighting disciplines, making him a competitor worthy of respect. However, he said his preparations are centred solely on winning, admitting that while he cannot predict how the fight will end, he is working relentlessly to ensure he emerges victorious.

A win for Joshua would further strengthen calls for a long-anticipated blockbuster showdown with Tyson Fury, while a defeat would hand Prenga the biggest victory of his professional boxing career.