Saudi Arabia to host Anthony Joshua's rematch against Oleksandr Usyk in August

Anthony Joshua's rematch with Oleksandr Usyk has been confirmed for 20 August with Saudi Arabia the chosen venue for the world heavyweight title fight.

The British boxer will be attempting to win back the WBA, IBF and WBO titles that he lost in September at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Usyk won the first contest between the pair on points with the judges scoring the fight 117-112, 116-112 and 115-113 in favour of the Ukrainian.

A rematch clause was immediately activated but Russia's invasion of Ukraine in February cast doubt over when former undisputed cruiserweight champion Usyk would be next back in the ring.

Usyk, 35, returned to Ukraine to fight for his country but was given special dispensation to leave and start preparations for this bout months later with a date and venue now finally confirmed.

Championship boxing 20/08/22