Continuing with the Olympic theme, Luke Campbell won bantamweight gold at London 2012 and, like Joshua, headed straight into the professional ranks.
Operating at lightweight, it took the Yorkshireman just 11 fights to land a shot at the WBC International title.
After beating Tommy Coyle by TKO, his reign was short lived - suffering a surprise split decision defeat at the hands of Frenchman Yvan Mendy in his first defence.
Four wins on the spin have put the southpaw back on track but a fight against Darleys Perez represents his toughest test yet.
The Colombian has twice shared the ring with Anthony Crolla, with the Mancunian forcing a stoppage (above video) in their second meeting after a controversial draw four months earlier.
Luke Campbell knows that a win would make him the new number one contender to WBA champion Jorge Linares, with the Venezuelan coming off the back of two impressive victories over Crolla.
Campbell has made no secret of his desire to top a bill similar to Saturday night. A win over Perez will move him a step closer to realising that ambition.
It is a tough test, but one that he must pass if he is to mix it with the elite.
LUKE CAMPBELL v DARLEYS PEREZ
Campbell Odds
Outright: 1/5
TKO: 4/5
Points: 15/8
Perez Odds
Outright: 10/3
TKO: 5/1
Points: 12/1