Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh is eager to see Wladimir Klitschko return to the ring, despite the Ukrainian's focus on defending his country from the Russian invasion. While Klitschko hasn't ruled out a comeback, he emphasizes his current priorities lie elsewhere. Rumors suggest a potential fight in 2025, possibly against Tyson Fury for a shot at becoming the oldest heavyweight champion ever.
will be 49-years-old next month, yet Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh is desperate to see the Ukrainian technician back between the ropes.
Rumours then began to float around that Klitschko was set to sign with Alalshikh after he attended Riyadh Season'sHowever, Klitschko later announced on social media that his attention is currently focused on defending his country from the ongoing Russian invasion, and not on boxing.Canelo's manager reveals two possible opponents for next fight before Crawford clash
"And let me be clear: I've never stopped training. So IF there was to be a fight, I'd be ready on the spot. Wladimir is the third oldest heavyweight champion of all time at 39 years, eight months, and three days behind Foreman and his brother Vitali, who was WBC champion until his retirement at 42 years, two months and 26 days.
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