Anthony Joshua, a former Olympic gold medallist in 2012, turned professional the following year and built a 16‑fight winning streak, capturing the IBF title after defeating Charles Martin. He unified the WBA belt in 2017 by stopping Wladimir Klitschko and added the WBO title in 2018 after outpointing Joseph Parker. Joshua has suffered defeats to Andy Ruiz Jr., Oleksandr Usyk, and Daniel Dubois, yet returned in December 2025 to beat Paul, bringing his record to 29‑4 with 26 KOs.

Kristian Prenga entered the ring with a 16‑fight perfect record, all wins by knockout, and no high‑profile opponents. He won his first four bouts by KO but suffered his first loss in the fifth fight. Prenga steps into the Saudi Arabian arena on Saturday, following a four‑fight winning streak and poised to challenge Joshua for a third‑time world title.

The bout will take place in Saudi Arabia, with the official start time broadcast on BBC Sport. Viewers can tune in via the BBC website or app to catch the live action and post‑fight analysis.