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Eddie Hearn is continuing to promote major boxing bouts, with ongoing discussions around Joshua’s return plans and potential matchups involving top welterweights and heavyweights. This includes talk of Saudi Arabia events and UK showdowns as part of his strategy to keep high‑profile fights on the calendar.[2][3]
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In early 2026, U.S. and U.K. outlets highlighted Joshua’s potential return timeline and Hearn’s comments on negotiations and rematch possibilities, reflecting the promotion’s focus on rebuilding momentum after recent events.[3][2]
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Profiles and entertainment outlets also tracked Hearn’s public positions on rivalries and fight night cards, underscoring his role in steering blockbuster cards and managing controversies around matchups and sanctions.[1][4]
If you’d like, I can pull the most up-to-date headlines from specific outlets (e.g., TMZ, Evening Standard, or boxing-specific sites) and summarize them with direct quotes. I can also set up a quick, current-news digest for Eddie Hearn for the next 24–48 hours. Would you prefer a focused region (US vs UK) or a broader global roundup? citations:[4][1][2][3]