Anthony Joshua vs Alexander Povetkin

Great Britain’s Anthony Joshua takes on Russian Alexander Povetkin in a huge world title fight at London’s Wembley Stadium on Saturday 22nd September 2018.

Povetkin is the mandatory challenger for Joshua’s WBA world heavyweight title belt but the champion will also be putting his WBO, IBO and IBF titles on the line.

What time is the fight likely to start?
As always, this largely depends on how the fight night is progressing, but expect the ring walk to begin at around 10pm with the fight starting afterwards.

Joshua vs Povetkin : – where to watch on TV

For the UK the fight will be shown live on Sky Sports Box Office.

For the USA the fight will be aired on the streaming platform DAZN as part of the US debut of the service.

It will also be shown on Sport 2 for Hungary and Czechoslovakia, TVP Sport for Poland.

In Nigeria, the Joshua Vs Povetkin will be only Kwese TV. The fight will be on Kwese Sports 1, ch 301. As the fight is exclusive to Kwese TV, DSTV, StarTimes and other cable TV will not be able to broadcast the game for their Nigerian market.

And also on various internet streaming services…

About Joshua vs Povetkin

The Anthony Joshua vs. Alexander Povetkin fight will be a thrilling heavyweight showdown, expected to draw global attention. Joshua, holding the WBA, IBF, and WBO heavyweight titles, will enter the ring looking to defend his belts against Povetkin, the Russian contender and former WBA champion. This fight will test Joshua’s ability to maintain his dominance in the heavyweight division.

Povetkin will bring a wealth of experience, power, and a strong amateur background into the fight, making him a dangerous opponent for Joshua. Known for his knockout power and durability, Povetkin will look to pressure Joshua early, aiming to disrupt his rhythm. Joshua, on the other hand, will likely use his height, reach, and tactical boxing skills to keep Povetkin at a distance and control the fight.

When the fight takes place, fans can expect an intense battle, with Joshua relying on his athleticism and powerful jab, while Povetkin will aim to close the distance and land heavy shots. The outcome will significantly impact the heavyweight landscape, with Joshua potentially solidifying his status as one of the era’s greatest champions, or Povetkin scoring a career-defining victory. This match will be a crucial moment in both fighters’ careers.