Anthony Joshua awarded OBE

Anthony Joshua declared he wants to become the “undisputed champion” by taking on Deontay Wilder, as he was honoured at Buckingham Palace.

Joshua, who won an Olympic gold medal at London 2012 and is the current IBF, WBO and WBA heavyweight world champion, was presented with an OBE for his services to sport by the Prince of Wales on Thursday.

The 29-year-old also said boxing “helps people from different backgrounds” as he spoke of his desire to take on Wilder at Wembley on April 13.

Joshua, who had to watch on as WBC holder Wilder and Tyson Fury fought out a thrilling draw in Los Angeles at the start of December, said: “Every fighter is my biggest challenge. They’re definitely big challenges and I would love to fight them in the next 12 months. I would love to.”