Riyadh to Host Joshua vs. Prenga Showdown in July

Chairman of the Board of Directors of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority Turki Alalshikh announced the return of British boxer Anthony Joshua to the ring in “The Comeback,” scheduled for July 25 in Riyadh. The 36-year-old Joshua will fight Kristian Prenga, an Albanian with 20 victories and one loss. Joshua’s last fight was a knockout victory over YouTuber Jake Paul on Dec. 19. Ten days later, he was injured in a car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his friends. “It’s no secret I’ve taken some time to consolidate and rebuild to be ready for stepping back into the ring,” Joshua said in a Matchroom statement, “and today is the next step on that journey.” In the statement, Joshua said the fight with Prenga is the first in a “multi-fight deal.” The event forms part of the Kingdom’s continued hosting of major international boxing matches, further cementing Riyadh’s status as a premier destination for global sports and entertainment. The bout will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN.