Anthony Joshua will defend his first IBF World Heavyweight title for the first time on June 25 against an as-yet unnamed opponent.
The Olympic gold medalist produced aa second roun stoppage of American Charles Martin this month to win the title and wil make his return to London's O2 Arena to defend it for the first time.
"I’ve been speaking with my coach and I want the closest fight date possible because I’m feeling good,” Joshua said in a video posted on his official Twitter account.
First title defence date set.... #June25 🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/uhTAXgnATf
— Anthony Joshua (@anthonyfjoshua) April 21, 2016
“I can’t wait to get back into the training camp and pick up where we left off. The date to put in your diary is 25 June, back at the O2 Arena for my first title defence and a jam-packed undercard.
“I can’t wait to be back and I’m looking forward to performing once again.”
Potential opponents for his next fight include former WBC heavyweight champion Bermane Stiverne, Eric Molina and undefeated Americna Dominic Breazeale.
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