Anthony Joshua's proposed world heavyweight title fight with Wladimir Klitschko on December 10 will not go ahead.
Promoter Eddie Hearn announced on Monday evening that, with the Ukrainian suffering from a "minor injury" and no decision over whether the WBA title would be on the line, the fight could not happen on the date suggested.
Hearn told Sky Sports: "We've been in deep negotiations for a few weeks now waiting on the decision from the WBA.
"I was made aware that Wladimir picked up a minor injury late last week but regardless of that, with just over six weeks to go until December 10, it's unrealistic to put together a fight of this magnitude and give it the full build-up it deserves.
"There will be an official announcement on Joshua v Klitschko coming very soon, but for now we are seeking a new foe for December 10 and building a huge card for Manchester."
Source: PA
