Riyadh, 10 Dhu al-Qi'dah 1447 AH (27 April 2026)

HE Turki bin Abdulmohsen Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority (GEA), has announced the return of British boxing star Anthony Joshua to the ring in a highly anticipated bout titled "The Comeback", scheduled for Saturday 25 July 2026 in Riyadh, amid wide anticipation from boxing fans around the world.

The event will be broadcast live worldwide on DAZN, in one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year, reflecting the Kingdom's continued success in attracting the biggest international bouts as part of its sports and entertainment calendar.

Anthony Joshua Returns Against Kristian Prenga

The main event features British boxer Anthony Joshua, the former heavyweight world champion, against Albanian boxer Kristian Prenga in an anticipated heavyweight clash drawing wide global interest in this long-awaited return.

Joshua enters the fight with a professional record packed with achievements and major heavyweight title victories, making him one of the most prominent names in modern boxing history, while Prenga brings a strong record marked by notable attacking power, having won most of his previous fights by knockout, adding to the intensity and excitement of the contest.

"The Comeback": A New Global Event in Riyadh

The name "The Comeback" carries a clear message about Joshua's return to the ring in a new bout through which he seeks to reclaim his place among the top heavyweight champions, in a fight expected to draw massive international public and media attention.

The event is part of the series of major world title fights hosted by the Kingdom, which over recent years have cemented Riyadh's standing as one of the world's most important destinations for professional boxing.

Riyadh Cements Its Standing as a Capital of Sporting Events

The event extends the Kingdom's hosting of a number of major world boxing bouts that have attracted wide global attention and strengthened Riyadh's image as a leading destination for major sporting and entertainment events.

This direction reflects the Kingdom's success in building an integrated entertainment and sports industry under Saudi Vision 2030, which seeks to transform the Kingdom into a global hub for international events and sports tourism.

Riyadh continues to attract the world's leading stars and champions across sports, strengthening its presence on the map of major sporting events and giving local and international fans exceptional experiences on Saudi soil.

At a Glance

  • Location: Riyadh
  • Event: The Comeback
  • Date: 25 July 2026
  • Main event: Anthony Joshua vs. Kristian Prenga
  • Live broadcast: DAZN
  • Goal: strengthening Riyadh's standing as a global boxing destination