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Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou: Key Details, Start Time, and Viewing Guide

Get the essential details for Anthony Joshua's upcoming bout with Francis Ngannou, including start time, undercard, and how to watch the fight live.

Editorial Desk

July 22, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, UK — Anthony Joshua is set to face Francis Ngannou in a highly anticipated boxing match, serving as a preparatory bout ahead of his long-awaited clash with Tyson Fury. The event is scheduled to take place at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The main event is expected to commence at 9:00 PM local time (6:00 PM GMT). Fans in the United Kingdom can tune in via DAZN, which holds the broadcasting rights for the fight.

The undercard features a lineup of promising bouts, including a clash between Joseph Parker — and Zhilei Zhang. Additional fights will involve Fabio Wardley taking on Callum Ide — and Joshua Buatsi facing Dan Azeez.

Anthony Joshua, a former two-time heavyweight champion, aims to rebound from his previous losses to Oleksandr Usyk. His upcoming fight with Francis Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion making his boxing debut, is seen as a critical step toward regaining top form.

For those unable to attend in person, DAZN will provide comprehensive coverage of the event. Subscriptions to DAZN are available on their official website.

Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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