The boxing world is split ahead of next month’s long-awaited heavyweight showdown between British duo Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.

Now, three-division world champion James Toney has made his prediction for the blockbuster bust-up.

At long last, British fight fans have their wish, as Fury and Joshua will collide at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff on Friday 11 December, albeit a few years too late in the eyes of many, with it having been over a decade since the clash was first touted.

Despite the fading abilities shown by the pair of two-time world heavyweight champions in each of their last two bouts, a world title will controversially be up for grabs and the winner will therefore become a three-time heavyweight world champion.

With legacy on the line as well as bragging rights, interest in Fury and Joshua’s battle is now beginning to heat up, with just four weeks to go until their feud is settled.

Speaking to FightHype, Hall of Fame inductee Toney gave his verdict on the contest, backing Joshua to emerge victorious thanks to his superior athleticism and punching power.

“Anthony Joshua [will win]. He is a better athlete, he is more athletic and [he has] more power.”

Along with the highly-anticipated match-up between Fury and Joshua, the card will also see Jai Opetaia move up to heavyweight and square off with Deontay Wilder in the co-main event of the blockbuster bill, with the full show available to watch live on Netflix.