Vladimir Klitschko is set to face the "strongest opponent in history" in his upcoming match.

Former unified heavyweight champion Vladimir Klitschko (64-5-0-1, 54 KOs) may make a comeback to the ring at the age of 48, potentially facing "one of the toughest opponents in the history of his career."

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The former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou (0-2, 0 KOs) is ready to fight the Ukrainian, as reported by Sports.kz.

Klitschko, who retired from boxing in August 2017, maintains excellent physical condition. His potential return to the ring has been speculated multiple times.

The 39-year-old Ngannou stated that Klitschko is a "possibility" for his own return to the ring.

It’s possible to fight Rico Verhoeven, but I’m not sure. As I’ve said, I have a few fights left. I’m focused not on options, but on a few fights. There are many options. Rico is an option. Derek Chisora is an option. Vladimir Klitschko is also an option, the Cameroonian admitted.

It’s possible to fight Rico Verhoeven, but I’m not sure. As I’ve said, I have a few fights left. I’m focused not on options, but on a few fights. There are many options. Rico is an option. Derek Chisora is an option. Vladimir Klitschko is also an option, the Cameroonian admitted.

A match with Ngannou, who knocked down Tyson Fury in a sensational manner in October 2023, could be one of the toughest in Klitschko's career, as Ngannou is an unconventional striker and Klitschko hasn’t stepped into the ring for nearly ten years.

The head of the Saudi Entertainment Authority and owner of The Ring, Turki Alalshikh, expressed his desire to give Klitschko the opportunity to return to the ring.

Before Oleksandr Usyk's rematch with Tyson Fury in December 2024, Alalshikh stated, "Giving Klitschko a chance is perfect. Of course, he wouldn’t fight Usyk if he defeats Fury. They are both heroes of Ukraine and won’t fight each other. That would be a dream."