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Johnny Fisher decision win secures grueling victory against Michael Pirotton
Johnny Fisher survived a severe physical examination to defeat Michael Pirotton by majority decision at the Copper Box Arena. Fisher started aggressively and injured Pirotton's eye before surviving late fatigue to secure the 10-round victory.
17 Oct 2026
6 Oct 2026
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua Face Off in London Ahead of December Heavyweight Clash
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will face off at a London press conference on Wednesday ahead of their scheduled heavyweight contest on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. Analyst Matthew Macklin highlighted the psychological dynamics and energy management strategies both fighters must navigate during the promotional rollout.
4 Oct 2026
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: No Rematch Clause Set for December 11 Bout in Cardiff
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium without a contractual rematch clause. Representatives from both camps confirmed the bout is designed as a single contest, with the winner pursuing elite matchups and the loser facing likely retirement.
16 Sept 2026
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua Targeted for November as Venue and Curfew Negotiations Loom
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have signed provisional terms for a targeted November heavyweight bout, though venue logistics and Wembley curfew restrictions remain unresolved. Both fighters face upcoming preparatory bouts against Mariusz Wach and Kristian Prenga.
15 Sept 2026
Tyson Fury Halts Mariusz Wach in Thailand, Questions Anthony Joshua Bout
Tyson Fury secured a seventh-round stoppage over Mariusz Wach in Thailand, logging ring time ahead of proposed talks for a bout with Anthony Joshua. With Joshua set to fight Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia, Fury expressed skepticism about finalizing the domestic clash.
4 Sept 2026
Anthony Joshua Survives Double Knockdown to Stop Kristian Prenga in Two, Clearing Path for Tyson Fury Clash
Anthony Joshua survived two first-round knockdowns to stop Kristian Prenga in the second round in Jeddah. The result solidifies plans for Joshua to face Tyson Fury in a contracted November showdown, with venue details still pending.
3 Sept 2026
Tyson Fury Agrees to Terms for Anthony Joshua Bout as Venue Dispute Stalls Final Contract
Tyson Fury has signed terms for a prospective heavyweight bout against Anthony Joshua, but finalizing the contract remains stalled over venue selection. Saudi organizers Sela are targeting a US date, while Joshua's camp prefers a UK location.
2 Sept 2026
Anthony Joshua Halts Kristian Prenga in Jeddah to Lock November Bout Against Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua recovered from two first-round knockdowns to knock out Kristian Prenga in the second round in Jeddah. The victory finalizes plans for a signed heavyweight showdown against Tyson Fury scheduled for November.
2 Sept 2026
Fury and Joshua Clear Final Bouts to Set Up Targeted November Clash
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua both secured weekend stoppage wins to preserve a proposed November heavyweight bout. While contracts are signed, promoters and organizers are finalizing the date and venue amid competing UK and US location preferences.
26 Aug 2026
Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua: Frank Warren Predicts US Location for 2026 Heavyweight Bout
Promoter Frank Warren expects the heavyweight bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua to take place in America in 2026 despite site disputes. Contract discussions are ongoing to finalize terms.
24 Aug 2026
Eddie Hearn Confirms Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua Contract Is Signed Despite Cancellation Claims
Eddie Hearn confirmed that the contract for Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is signed and legally binding, rejecting claims of a cancellation. Organizers are currently finalizing whether the November heavyweight bout will take place in the UK or at Madison Square Garden.
19 Aug 2026
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua Enters Decisive Week as New York Emerges as Front-Runner Venue
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have entered a critical week of negotiations for a potential late-November heavyweight clash, with Madison Square Garden in New York emerging as a leading venue option over the UK.