Anthony Joshua says he is taking no chances ahead of his heavyweight fight with unbeaten Albanian Kristian Prenga, despite being widely expected to win.

The bout is seen as a crucial step toward a potential blockbuster clash with Tyson Fury later this year, but Joshua knows underestimating Prenga could be costly.

Prenga enters the contest with an impressive knockout record and the confidence of an undefeated fighter. While he lacks experience against elite heavyweight opposition, his power and aggressive style make him a dangerous opponent capable of changing a fight with a single punch.

He has also vowed to derail Joshua’s plans for a lucrative Fury showdown, adding extra intrigue to the contest.

For Joshua, the pressure is immense. A victory keeps him on course for one of the biggest fights in British boxing history, while any slip-up would be a major setback. Against a fearless and heavy-handed Prenga, Joshua cannot afford anything less than his absolute best.

The fight takes place this weekend in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, and is expected to be a huge clash for the Englishman as an unlikely defeat could lead to an abrupt halt to his professional boxing career.