Anthony Yarde remains firmly focused on securing a future showdown against domestic rival Joshua Buatsi, keeping the anticipated matchup in his sights. However, any prospective meeting between the two domestic competitors is entirely dependent on Yarde emerging victorious from his upcoming clash with Willy Hutchinson.
Before any plans regarding Buatsi can progress, Yarde faces an immediate and significant hurdle in Hutchinson. The stakes for that contest could not be higher, with Yarde and Hutchinson scheduled to compete directly for the vacant WBC light heavyweight world title.
A victory over Hutchinson is an essential prerequisite for Yarde as he continues targeting his domestic rival. Buatsi remains on Yarde's radar, but securing the vacant WBC light heavyweight world championship against Hutchinson stands as the vital test that must be passed first.
Looking ahead, claiming the vacant WBC light heavyweight world title against Hutchinson would open the door for Yarde to finally pursue the targeted clash with Buatsi. The path forward for the domestic rivalry hinges entirely on Yarde's ability to win the vacant WBC crown in his high-stakes meeting with Hutchinson.