Anthony Yarde has set himself up to fight fellow British boxer Joshua Buatsi after defeating Marko Nikolic in the third round. Photo: @Queensberry
Just before his fight with Marko Nikolic, Anthony Yarde expressed his eagerness to face Joshua Buatsi.
The No. 4 light heavyweight also mentioned his belief that he has made significant improvements following his loss, unlike Artur Beterbiev’s other 19 opponents.
If Yarde’s victory over the 34-year-old Nikolic is an indication of his further improvement, it brings him closer to a fight with Buatsi.
Buatsi was present at Yarde’s 25th victory and joined in as Yarde spoke to the camera. Both fighters are promoted by different entities, and their potential fight has been highly anticipated.
The promoters and television networks have announced that they will fight this summer, adding to the excitement in the 175-pound category.
The fight between Buatsi and Yarde is not only intriguing due to their domestic rivalry, but also because both fighters are in their prime and seem evenly matched.
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Buatsi expressed his readiness for the fight, stating that he believes it should be the next one for him. Yarde also expressed his readiness and excitement for the potential clash.
Yarde showed improved skills in his recent fight, displaying better footwork and strategy compared to previous matches. His performance against Nikolic showcased his ability to target the body and employ faster combinations.
Yarde’s victory sets the stage for what is anticipated to be a major showdown with Buatsi, offering an opportunity for both fighters to secure a world title fight.
In another notable match, middleweight Hamza Shiraz demonstrated his potential by defeating Liam Williams in just one round, solidifying his status as a promising prospect in British boxing.
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Shiraz’s commanding performance prompted praise from his promoter and showcased his potential to become one of the most formidable boxers in the middleweight division.
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