Anthony Cacace vs Josh Warrington: Cacace seeks legacy, not fame, ahead of Wembley fight

On the other hand, as Cacace himself said on Thursday, this is all new territory for him. He has been world champion for four months.

Because of injuries and last-minute fight cancellations, Cacace had good reason to believe for a long time that he would never reach such heights. For years, his chosen profession stubbornly refused to give him the opportunities his talent deserved.

In May, everything changed. His surprise victory over Joe Cordina in Riyadh changed his life.

And after waiting so long, he doesn't take his new success for granted. For him, nothing has changed. While Warrington can't take home the IBF belt on Saturday, Cacace can lose it.

The 35-year-old is aware of the significance of such a scenario.

“I've achieved what I've always wanted in boxing, but now I feel like I belong here,” said Cacace, who has won all but one of his 19 professional fights in his 12-year career.

“For my own legacy, I need to do more in this game. I want to keep winning. Josh Warrington is a very, very good fighter. I know I'm in for a hell of a fight, but I'm going to do my best to get through it.”

On Thursday, Cacace gave a speech just moments before Joshua – one of the most famous athletes in the world – walked into the room. Joshua's fame is clear to see as he led a wild crew of cameramen with him as he walked down the corridor.

However, Cacace is not interested in such glamour.

“I have three children at home. I am a family man,” he said.

“I don't want to be a millionaire or a superstar. I just want to provide a good life for my family. I feel like through this fight I can buy a house and that's all I've ever wanted.”