Done deal for 4/29.

http://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/12183/10696035/joshua-vs-klitschko-anthony-joshua-to-let-wladimir-klitschko-comment-go-over-his-head

Fascinating fight. Ironically - Wladimir has a legacy-defining fight in front of him in the winter of his career. This is perhaps the first time in his career that he'll be coming in as an underdog - and the opportunity surfaces after Fury balked twice on the rematch (testing positive for cocaine which caused the 2nd cancellation).

Joshua is the goods: dawning into the prime of his career, thudding power, disciplined jab, superior conditioning - and has been in some live fights - but has seen nothing like the tactical mastery of Wladimir. But at 41 (when the fight happens) - Wladimir is long in the tooth - but can he condition himself to get close enough to his past prime to make this signature fight a competitive one?

I think he can be competitive. For one - Joshua is right in front of you (versus a guy like Fury who was just so awkward that you couldn't plant feet and trade). Both guys have exceptional jabs and concussive power in both hands. Joshua has also shown that he can be hurt if caught - and thus may not jump on Wlad early which could allow Wlad to get into a rhythm.

Still - Joshua should be the favorite - and it certainly feels like the passing of the torch into a new era. Joshua is a great champion and the type of persona the sport needs.

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