The highly anticipated showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is on the horizon as negotiations reach an advanced stage, according to Eddie Hearn. Joshua is gearing up for a return to the ring in July following a pause due to a car accident post his knockout victory over Jake Paul in December. In preparation, he has been training with Oleksandr Usyk and recently appeared in public at Derek Chisora’s fight with Deontay Wilder.
After witnessing Fury’s dominant win over Arslanbek Makhmudov, Joshua was prompt to call for a fight, although Joshua hesitated to commit to facing him. Hearn provided an optimistic update, indicating Joshua’s plan to return to the ring before taking on Fury in two anticipated bouts scheduled to air on DAZN and Netflix.
Hearn suggested potential opponents for Joshua’s comeback fight, highlighting the importance of Joshua being mentally and physically prepared for a challenging matchup given his recent injuries and personal struggles. Hearn emphasized the significance of signing to fight Fury before proceeding with such fights.
Regarding the fight’s location, there were discussions about hosting the match in Dublin at Croke Park, but Hearn mentioned that the decision ultimately rests with Turki Alalshikh. Hearn expressed optimism for the fight to take place in the UK, emphasizing the historical significance of the event for British fans. He also hinted at potential promotional arrangements for the bouts involving multiple parties.
As the final details are being ironed out, the first fight is expected to air on DAZN, with the possibility of the second bout streaming on Netflix, pending further discussions with Alalshikh. The event holds the promise of becoming one of the most significant fights in the country’s history, with fans eagerly awaiting its confirmation.
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