Anthony Joshua is gearing up for his comeback fight against Kristian Prenga this Saturday in Saudi Arabia, adopting a "ferocious" mindset that has him primed to deliver significant damage, according to Barry Hearn, president of Matchroom.

After a long hiatus since his victory over YouTuber Jake Paul in December, Joshua's return comes on the heels of personal tragedy, having survived a car crash that took the lives of two friends in Nigeria. Despite ongoing negotiations for a highly anticipated clash with Tyson Fury, Joshua must first secure a win against Prenga to keep his championship aspirations alive.

Hearn expressed confidence in Joshua's current state, stating:

• **"AJ looks in the shape of his life."
• **"He's tremendously motivated, not just to win but to put on a show."
• **"Don't blink, look for fireworks."

Training alongside former undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk, Joshua appears more focused than ever, with Hearn noting that he has never seen the heavyweight champion so committed in their 14 years together. Joshua is not only preparing for this fight but is also contemplating a three-year plan in the ring, a shift from last year’s discussions of retirement.

Hearn remains optimistic about the long-awaited showdown between Joshua and Fury, predicting it will be the biggest heavyweight fight of his lifetime, ideally at Wembley Stadium. He acknowledges the patience of British fans who have awaited this match for a decade and hopes the fight will remain in the UK as outlined in Joshua's contract.