Anthony Joshua has said a match with Tyson Fury “is part of God’s plan in my life”.

The 34-year-old, a two-time world champion, said he believed he was at the “top” of heavyweight boxing and hoped to fight again in Britain soon.

“Tyson Fury is part of God’s plan for my life.”

Anthony Joshua said meeting Tyson Fury was “part of God’s plan for my life”. The 34-year-old boxer said he believes he is at the “top” of heavyweight boxing.

“I never left,” Joshua told Sky News. “It’s always been that way from the moment I put on these gloves.

“I managed to make my name known at the top of the amateur and professional stages. It’s just the truth. That’s great. I guess it will be until I don’t want to fight anymore.”

Asked if he would ever consider fighting Tyson Fury, the two-time world champion said: “God has a plan.” “I am confident that Tyson Fury is part of God’s plan for my life.”

Joshua said he hopes to fight again in the UK soon. “Maybe it could be the next battle,” he said.

“We will probably go back to England, especially as the season is coming to an end in Riyadh. Yes, we have fun fighting in England.”