Joyce confirms Moscow title fight: 'Get ready for a big performance'

Joe Joyce will challenge for the WBA Continental heavyweight title in Russia on July 11. The British heavyweight announced the bout against Suslenkov, thanking IBA Pro for the opportunity.

“I'm excited for the opportunity to travel to Russia and challenge for the WBA Continental heavyweight title on July 11. Thank you to IBA Pro for the opportunity. My team and I are locked in and Moscow should get ready for a big performance.”

— Joe Joyce, via BBC Sport

What Joe Joyce said

Joyce is heading to Moscow for his first fight in Russia. The former Olympic silver medallist will face Suslenkov for the WBA Continental heavyweight belt. The bout marks Joyce's latest attempt to rebuild momentum in the heavyweight division.

What it moves

Speaking to BBC Sport, Joyce said: "I'm excited for the opportunity to travel to Russia and challenge for the WBA Continental heavyweight title on July 11. Thank you to IBA Pro for the opportunity. My team and I are locked in and Moscow should get ready for a big performance." The fighter's camp has not yet named a full training schedule.

Source: bbc.com. Full Joe Joyce fight history and recent news at boxingnews.com.