The highly anticipated showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is nearing reality as negotiations reach an advanced stage, as disclosed by Eddie Hearn. Joshua is gearing up for a comeback in July after a hiatus due to a car accident following his impressive victory over Jake Paul. He has been training with Oleksandr Usyk and recently made a public appearance in the UK. Fury, on the other hand, called out Joshua for a fight after his recent win against Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Hearn provided an optimistic update, stating that Joshua aims to return to the ring before facing Fury twice, with the bouts expected to be broadcast on DAZN and Netflix. The exact opponent for Joshua’s July fight remains undisclosed, with Hearn emphasizing the significance of signing a deal with Fury before finalizing any other matches.
Regarding the potential venue for the Joshua-Fury clash, Hearn mentioned that the decision lies with Turki Alalshikh. While Dublin’s Croke Park was considered, the fight location will ultimately be determined by Alalshikh’s preference to ensure the historic nature of the event. Hearn expressed hope for the fight to take place in the UK and indicated that the promotional aspects are still under discussion.
For boxing enthusiasts eagerly awaiting this epic showdown, stay tuned for updates as negotiations progress towards what could be one of the most monumental fights in British history.
