Martin Bakole is on the verge of a major fight against Anthony Joshua, with Saudi Arabia aiming to host the clash in Africa. Bakole, who has long called for a bout with Joshua, sees this as a dream opportunity to showcase his skills against the heavyweight champion.
Martin Bakole is poised for a significant fight against Anthony Joshua after spending several years on the periphery of the heavyweight division. Following his first professional loss to Michael Hunter in 2018, many boxing experts dismissed Bakole. However, his decisive fifth-round knockout victory over Anderson, who was considered 'the future of the heavyweight division' before the fight even began, marked a turning point in Bakole's journey from prospect to contender in the eyes of many.
Bakole is known for his willingness to share details about his sparring sessions, which is often seen as taboo in the boxing world. The 31-year-old powerhouse claims he once stopped Usyk with a body shot and broke Dubois' nose twice before defeating him. While these sparring stories have undoubtedly contributed to his growing fame, they haven't translated into securing the major fights he desires.This situation might be changing soon. Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh recently expressed his interest in organizing a massive fight between Bakole and Joshua in Africa. Bakole has been advocating for a fight against Joshua for some time and would eagerly accept the opportunity to face the Watford powerhouse. He expressed his gratitude towards Alalshikh for recognizing the fans' desire for this matchup. Bakole believes that an African setting would be ideal for the fight, as the continent eagerly awaits to see him face Joshua, especially in his home country
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