Eddie Hearn advises Anthony Joshua to finish Prenga quickly in Saudi Arabia
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 8:02 AM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Anthony Joshua is preparing to face Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia on Saturday. Promoter Eddie Hearn stressed the importance of Joshua neutralizing Prenga, who holds a perfect record of 20 wins, all by knockout, to avoid jeopardizing plans for a potential fight against Tyson Fury. Hearn noted that while Joshua is expected to win, the knockout ability of Prenga makes the match a significant challenge. Joshua himself emphasized the fight's importance as a 'checkpoint' on his path to future title aspirations. A victory would set up an anticipated bout against Fury in November.
- •Joshua faces Prenga, who has 20 KOs, on Saturday.
- •Hearn highlights urgency to finish the fight swiftly.
- •Joshua calls the match a crucial checkpoint.
- •A victory could pave the way for a Fury bout in November.
- •Hearn believes Joshua has the potential to reclaim the heavyweight title.
"Eddie Hearn has urged Anthony Joshua to finish Kristian Prenga before he has even the slightest opportunity to derail plans for a Tyson Fury showdown.
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