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Anthony Joshua v Otto Wallin: Date, Time, Watch On TV/ Live Stream, Undercard
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Anthony Joshua is set to face Otto Wallin in a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown at the end of 2023 as part of a major boxing event.
Promoter Eddie Hearn is confident that Joshua is on track for future big fights, including a potential matchup against Deontay Wilder next year
The fight is scheduled to take place in Saudi Arabia, with the event expected to draw a big crowd and provide a substantial purse for Joshua.
British star Anthony Joshua will make his return at the end of 2023 as he takes on Swedish heavyweight Otto Wallin in a huge showdown as part of a bumper card. The former two-time world champion has already fought twice this year, in a comfortable points win over Jermaine Franklin before ousting Robert Helenius with a vicious KO, and he is looking to continue his rebuild.
Promoter Eddie Hearn has stated that he is confident 'AJ' is on the path to the biggest fights at world level again, in particular with a huge showdown against Deontay Wilder lined up for next year, where the pair could earn record-breaking purses. He will hope to reach the pinnacle of the sport for a third time, but it will be a difficult outing against Wallin, who has shown his credentials against Tyson Fury where he severely cut open the Briton's eye.
Here is everything you need to know ahead of the huge event headlined by Joshua and Wallin, as boxing finishes with a bang in 2023...
Date
Anthony Joshua's huge showdown with Otto Wallin will take place on Saturday December 23 at the Riyadh Festival, on the exact setting that Francis Ngannou knocked down Tyson Fury in October. Saudi Arabia have committed huge investment to this project, and the event is expected to provide a big purse for 'AJ' who will likely receive a timely boost to his overall net worth.
It is what could be perceived by many as one of Joshua's final chances to make a fresh go at the world titles having now bounced back from his defeats to Oleksandr Usyk with two consecutive wins. Despite having worked with Derrick James in his corner, AJ has now linked up with Tyson Fury's former trainer Ben Davison, who will be hoping that he can improve his professional record going forward.
Fight Start Time
Joshua's clash with Otto Wallin has not yet received a guaranteed start time as it is currently unclear if it will stand as the main event on the night or act as the chief support to Deontay Wilder's clash with Joseph Parker. Traditionally, boxing cards in Saudi Arabia have began at 6/7pm UK time (1/2pm ET) with the main event getting underway at around 10:30pm UK time (5:30pm ET).
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It will of course depend on the duration of the hugely stacked undercard, which features a host of world champions including Dmitry Bivol and Jai Opetaia. Joshua will be hoping to be the headline act on the night, but if the launch press conference is anything to go by, he will likely be behind Wilder.
Full Fight Card
Anthony Joshua vs. Otto Wallin
Deontay Wilder vs Joseph Parker
Dmitry Bivol vs Lyndon Arthur
Daniel Dubois vs Jarrell Miller
Jai Opetaia vs Ellis Zorro
Filip Hrgovic vs Mark de Mori
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Agit Kabayel
Frank Sanchez vs Junior Fa
How to Watch on TV/ Live Stream
Full broadcast details are yet to be confirmed, but it is understood that the event will be broadcast live on TNT Sports Box Office and DAZN PPV around the world in various territories. ESPN+ PPV could also land the event in the US which will be another significant market, but a price point for all the outlets involved is yet to be confirmed with a full announcement expected in the coming weeks.