Tyson Fury gives fresh update on his next fight as Anthony Joshua clash looms

19 May 2026 • 7:43 PM MYT
The Independent
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Tyson Fury gives fresh update on his next fight as Anthony Joshua clash looms

  • Tyson Fury has stated his intention to have a warm-up fight in August, ahead of his highly anticipated clash with Anthony Joshua.
  • Both British heavyweights have signed to fight each other later this year, with October or November at Wembley Stadium being the most probable timeframe and location.
  • Anthony Joshua is also scheduled for a warm-up bout against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia on 25 July.
  • Fury's promoter, Frank Warren, confirmed that Fury wants to fight before facing Joshua to avoid ring rust, dismissing Andy Ruiz Jr as a potential opponent.
  • The super-fight between Fury and Joshua has been discussed and signed on previous occasions but was postponed due to various issues, including legal action from Deontay Wilder.

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