VIDEO. Joshua and Wallin engaged in a stare-down ahead of the fight

Former heavyweight champion according to WBA, WBO, IBO, and IBA versions Anthony Joshua (26-3, 23 KOs), and Sweden's representative Otto Wallin (26-1, 14 KOs), engaged in a stare-down in Saudi Arabia ahead of their bout.

The showdown between the British and Swedish boxers will headline the boxing evening set to take place in the capital of Saudi Arabia, Riyadh, on December 23rd. Additionally, a rematch option has been included in the contract.

The main event of the evening will feature the bout between American Deontay Wilder (43–2–1, 42 KOs) and New Zealander Joseph Parker (33–3, 23 KOs). The complete lineup of fights for the mega-show can be found here.

In his last match, Joshua triumphed over Robert Helenius. Wallin secured a split decision victory over Murat Gassiev in September.