Joe Joyce wants to be back in the mix for a world heavyweight title shot.
The 38-year-old battled to a late knockout victory over Kash Ali on Saturday night in Birmingham, but while he stopped his opponent, he was not at his relentless best.
The win put to an end his streak of two losses to Zhilei Zhang, who took the WBO interim heavyweight championship in the process.
Speaking to talkSPORT after his win, Joyce outlined his ambition.
“I wanna be one of the best and I’m right there,” he said.
“So, I’m up for all these big fights. Obviously, there’s some rematches that need to take place and some fights that need to happen. But I’m coming for all of the fights.
“Any opportunities in Saudi, we’ll see. Here in the UK and America. The world is my oyster, especially as a heavyweight. I’m really excited get these big fight nights.”
Joyce could be part of the five vs. five night between Matchroom and Queensberry, which is set for June on the undercard of Dmitry Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev for the undisputed light heavyweight championship.
“I’m ready. I’m just gonna have a little rest, reflect with my team, and come again. I’m really excited to start the year off with a bang, with a good knockout, and I got some rounds under my belt as well,” he added.
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