I want to fight Fury,” Joshua said.
The veteran boxer admitted that balancing the immediate challenge with long-term championship aspirations is a balancing act.
“I’ve got an obligation to my fans,” he said.
Joshua noted that pursuing undisputed status requires addressing both his immediate opponent and his long-term divisional targets.
“It is on Prenga, but it’s also on Fury because I want it all,” Joshua said.
He reaffirmed his ultimate competitive objective: “I’ve mentioned in this interview now, undisputed, world champion, Prenga, Fury, I want it all.”
Prenga's Confidence and Ambition
Prenga, a 35-year-old orthodox fighter based in New Jersey, holds a professional record of 20 victories and one defeat, with all wins via knockout, including 17 inside the first three rounds.
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“I am training even harder because knocking out Joshua will bring me closer to my goal of becoming the first Albanian world heavyweight champion,” Prenga told interviewer James Stillerman.
The regional titleholder expressed pride in representing his country during a high-profile international event.
“Representing my country in a big fight like this will show the world how tough Albanians are.
My fans have been supporting me for so long in Albania and the United States. I will be fighting Joshua with all of Albania behind me,” Prenga said.
Prenga remains confident that his punching power will secure a monumental upset.
“He made a big mistake fighting me, and he is going to find out in the ring.