Anthony Joshua defeats Kristian Prenga via 2nd-round KO in Jeddah, dedicating win to friends killed in a car crash, setting up potential all-British bout with Tyson Fury.
Anthony Joshua recovered from being knocked down twice in the first round to achieve a second-round knockout against Kristian Prenga, salvaging his highly anticipated November fight with Tyson Fury.
Anthony Joshua secures dramatic comeback knockout win over Jeremias Prenga, setting up a potential fight against Tyson Fury.
Tyson Fury (37) defeats Mariusz Wach (46) via 8th-round retirement in a low-key Thailand bout, keeping a potential UK vs. UK blockbuster with Anthony Joshua on track.
Tyson Fury defeats Mariusz Wach by retirement in the 8th round in a non-televised bout in Thailand, ahead of his anticipated fight against Anthony Joshua later this year.
Tyson Fury stopped Mariusz Wach in Pattaya to strengthen the case for a future heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua. Joshua’s upcoming fight against Kristian Prenga in Jeddah now carries added significance for a possible all-British clash.
The long-awaited heavyweight boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is set to materialize after more than a decade of anticipation. Both fighters have lead-up bouts this weekend – Fury in Thailand and Joshua in Saudi Arabia – before a planned face-to-face meeting in Jeddah, with contracts signed but potential hurdles remaining.
The long-awaited boxing super-fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is set to proceed after a decade of delays, with both fighters scheduled for separate pre-fights in Thailand and Saudi Arabia this weekend before a planned face-off.
British heavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are set for a $100M+ showdown in November. This weekend, they will each fight "tune-up" bouts against lesser opponents in Thailand and Saudi Arabia, respectively, aiming to shake off rust and prepare for their highly anticipated clash.
Anthony Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn dismissed Tyson Fury's doubts about their long-awaited heavyweight clash, confirming the fight is still expected in November. Both boxers have warm-up bouts this week, with Joshua fighting in Saudi Arabia and Fury in Thailand.
Tyson Fury weighed 18st 13lb, 26lb lighter than Mariusz Wach, for their heavyweight bout in Pattaya, Thailand. This marks the first time in 15 years Fury has been lighter than an opponent at a weigh-in, a detail he noted with delight.
Former heavyweight world champion Tyson Fury will fight Mariusz Wach in Pattaya, Thailand, before 1,500 fans, stating he chose this over a more lucrative event. He criticized other sports stars for their ego, with the fight serving as a warm-up for a potential showdown with Anthony Joshua later this year.
Anthony Joshua returns to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, as a warm-up for a potential super-fight with Tyson Fury. The article details Joshua's career, Prenga's record, and other title fights on the card, with the Fury bout expected later this year if both win.
The highly anticipated fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua may take place at Wembley Stadium in London. Saudi official Turki Alalshikh wants the bout staged in England but timed for a global audience, potentially starting as late as 4 AM GMT to accommodate US viewers. This would require dispensation from Wembley's usual 11 PM curfew.
Tyson Fury ha annunciato un incontro di beneficenza di 12 round contro Mariusz Wach a Pattaya, Thailandia, il 24 luglio, con i proventi destinati ai bambini bisognosi. L'evento sarà filmato da Netflix e precede il suo attesissimo scontro con Anthony Joshua.
Tyson Fury will face Poland's Mariusz Wach in Thailand on July 24th as a preparatory bout before a potential all-British clash with Anthony Joshua. Joshua is also scheduled for a comeback fight on July 25th in Saudi Arabia. Both boxers need to win their respective fights to pave the way for a meeting in 2026.
Eddie Hearn states Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are contractually committed to an all-British heavyweight fight in the UK. Any move to the US requires new terms, and Hearn rejects Dana White's claims of promoting the event, emphasizing Matchroom's role.
Tyson Fury hinted at a major announcement from Dana White and Zuffa Boxing, potentially involving his long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua. Fury was a guest at UFC's White House event, where he spoke about the impending news.
Anthony Joshua is prioritizing support for the parents of two friends who died in a car accident in December. He will return to boxing on July 25th against Kristian Prenga, inspired by his new relationship with Oleksandr Usyk.
Tyson Fury plans to return to boxing on August 1 in Dublin, ahead of a potential 'Battle of Britain' against Anthony Joshua in November, following Joshua's comeback fight against Kristian Prenga on July 25.
Anthony Joshua will fight Kristian Prenga in Riyadh on 25 July before a potential bout with Tyson Fury later this year. The 36-year-old British heavyweight returns after a car crash in Nigeria killed two members of his team. Promoter Eddie Hearn acknowledges the risk but says Joshua needs this fight to be ready for the Fury showdown, which promises to be his biggest payday. Fury's promoter Frank Warren has warned the bout is off if Joshua loses to Prenga.
Unified heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk believes Anthony Joshua will defeat Tyson Fury in their upcoming all-British showdown and has been helping him prepare. Joshua fights Kristian Prenga on 25 July in Riyadh before facing Fury later this year. The 36-year-old has been training with Usyk in Spain and Ukraine, with the Ukrainian planning to defend his WBC title against Rico Verhoeven on 23 May.
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fight faces fresh uncertainty after Dua Lipa reportedly rejected a Wembley performance proposal linked to the event. Eddie Hearn said the condition did not come from the fighters. The fight, already delayed in the past, is still expected to happen, but concerns remain as preparations continue and Joshua gets ready for his return bout.
British heavyweight boxers Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have agreed terms for a long-awaited all-British contest targeted for late 2026. Pop star Dua Lipa was approached about performing at the event but declined, and is not expected to be involved. Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority chairman Turki Al-Sheikh had suggested the fight could be jeopardized if Lipa did not agree to perform, though it remains unclear whether the remark was serious. Wembley Stadium in October is the preferred venue option, though not yet finalized.
