By Egbe Emmanuel E.
Nigerian international and World Champion, Anthony Joshua has been ordered by the World Boxing Association to fight Luiz Ortiz.
The World Boxing Association (WBA) has ordered world heavyweight
champion Anthony Joshua to defend his title against Cuba’s Luis Ortiz,
the organisation said on Friday.
The 27-year-old Briton, who also holds the IBF and IBO titles, had
been due to face Wladimir Klitschko in a rematch of their April bout
that Joshua won via an 11th round knockout.
But the Ukrainian announced his sudden retirement on Thursday.
“Both parties (Joshua and Ortiz) were duly notified that as of
August 3rd, they have 30 days to reach an agreement or the fight will be
called to purse bids,” the WBA said in a statement.
Joshua, undefeated in 19 bouts, has also been told he must face IBF
mandatory challenger Kubrat Pulev of Bulgaria before Dec. 2 or risk
being stripped of that belt.
The 38-year-old Ortiz is also unbeaten, recording 23 knockouts in 27 career wins, and is a former WBA interim world champion.
Former champion Klitschko, who made 23 world title defences during
his glittering career, has backed the Briton to lead the next generation
of heavyweight fighters.
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“My HEART is at PEACE as I pass the torch to @anthonyfjoshua – the next generation. Good luck little bro. I’m proud of you!” the 41-year-old posted on Twitter.
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