Sunday 29 November 2015 11:58, UK
Anthony Joshua has signed a new exclusive three-year promotional deal with Matchroom.
The Olympic gold medallist has raced to 14-0 in the professional ranks with 14 devastating KOs under the guidance of promoter Eddie Hearn, and has penned the new deal prior to headlining his first Sky Sports Box Office event on December 12 at The O2 in London, where he faces bitter rival Dillian Whyte for the British and Commonwealth titles.
The 26-year-old has quickly become a fans' favourite since making his pro debut at the Greenwich venue in October 2013, and Joshua is delighted to have extended his relationship with Britain's premier promotional stable.
Anthony has already become one of the hottest commodities in world sport.
"I have been part of the Matchroom family for a number of years now and I am really excited that the relationship will be continuing," said Joshua.
"They have an exceptional and passionate team from Eddie downwards. Matchroom have provided me with the perfect platform to get my professional career started and there was never a question that they were the guys, with Sky Sports, to help move me to the next level and ultimately to a shot at the heavyweight world championship."
Hearn added: "The first two years have been a great experience and I feel the journey has been faultless both in and out of the ring.
"Anthony's profile has continued to grow and he has boxed in virtually every major city in the UK but, more importantly, those experiences coupled with tremendous dedication in the gym has seen him develop immensely as a fighter.
"Anthony has already become one of the hottest commodities in world sport and we are blessed with the responsibility of helping to guide Anthony Joshua to the world heavyweight title and ultimately unifying the division."
Watch Anthony Joshua fight Dillian Whyte on December 12, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
