In the hall of glory of boxing, every heavy punch is a symphony of fate, and the real legend can always write the most dazzling chapter in the most casual moment.
In this exciting world of boxing, I always stand on the edge of the stage, capturing those fleeting glories and dreams with my brushstrokes.
Today, I'm going to tell you a story of courage, challenge and opportunity, the intertwined fates of three heavyweight superstars, and how they have come together to paint a magnificent picture of boxing.
The main characters of the story are two former heavyweight world champions we know well, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, as well as Zhang Zhilei, a rising Chinese heavyweight star who has risen to prominence in recent years.
These three fighters, each carrying different missions and dreams, but under the arrangement of fate, they are about to usher in an unprecedented competition.
First, let's turn our attention to the United States across the ocean, where there is exciting news.
According to authoritative boxing media, Joshua and Fury, under the careful arrangement of Saudi tycoons, conducted an online call across the ocean. It's not just a simple exchange, it's a joint outline of two of boxing's top players for the future. They're talking about the heavyweight four-organization unification fight that all fans are looking forward to. Yes, you heard it right, this will be an unprecedented event in boxing history, with two great champions battling together for the same heavyweight throne in a way that will undoubtedly surpass any previous showdown in terms of influence and commercial value.
And the schedule of this pinnacle showdown has also been preliminarily confirmed in this call - if all goes well, it will be staged in the last quarter of 2025.
But before that, Joshua and Fury will each have a lot of hurdles to overcome to win their next crucial battle, and possibly defend their title in 1-2 matches to cement their position and prepare for the final showdown.
Joshua's next stop is IBF's new World Champion Dubois.
The British tough guy will challenge Dubois on September 21 to reclaim his glory.
For Fury, his goal is even clearer – to get revenge in his rematch with Usyk on December 21 and claim the WBA, WBC, and WBO belts.
These two games are not only a battle to defend their personal honor, but also a key step towards the unification of the four major organizations.
In this grand narrative, we should not ignore the other protagonist - Zhang Zhilei. Since the shocking knockout of Wild Wild on June 2, Zhang Zhilei's name has once again resounded in the boxing world.
He quickly climbed the rankings and returned to the top of the heavyweight division as a force to be reckoned with. For the Chinese heavyweight superstar, every step that comes next counts. He is eager to prove his worth again and push for higher honors.
In an exclusive interview with CGTN, Zhang Zhilei revealed his next opponents: Parker, Joshua and Cabayel.
But as the dust settles on the battle between Joshua and Dubois, it seems that Zhang's next opponent is gradually becoming clear.
Whether it is Parker or Cabayel, it will be an excellent stage for Zhang Zhilei to prove himself. And considering the grievances and hatred between him and Parker, as well as the strong desire for revenge, I boldly predict that Zhang Zhilei's next fight is likely to be another showdown with Parker.
If Zhang can get revenge on Parker and reclaim the WBO transition belt before the end of the year, then he will have a chance to challenge Fury in the first half of 2025.
This is not only an affirmation of his personal strength, but also a great encouragement to Chinese boxing. After all, in the heavyweight division, a field that has been monopolized by European and American fighters for a long time, Zhang Zhilei's every step forward carries the hopes and dreams of countless Chinese fans.
Back in August 2023, Zhang Zhilei had a brush with Fury, and that potential battle was wiped out by Joyce's rematch clause. But now, the opportunity is once again in front of Zhang Zhilei. This time, will he be able to seize the opportunity to end Fury's undefeated myth? This is not only a test of his personal skills, but also a comprehensive test of his psychological endurance and strategic vision.
In this world of boxing, which is full of uncertainties, nothing is impossible. Joshua, Fury, and Zhang Zhilei, the fates of these three heavyweight superstars are quietly intertwined as the game progresses. Each and every one of them is fighting for their dreams and honor. And the final result will depend on every punch, every dodge, every perseverance and hard work in the ring.
Joshua and Fury's four major organizations are united in battle, and Zhang Zhilei's potential challenge to Fuli is full of suspense and expectation in every link.
As boxing enthusiasts, the only thing we can do is to wait and cheer on these brave fighters with our enthusiasm and attention. Because on this stage, every figure of hard work is worth remembering, and every persistence and dedication will shine the brightest light.