Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua agree terms for blockbuster heavyweight fight
Former heavyweight world champions Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have reportedly agreed terms for a highly anticipated all-British mega-fight.
The historic bout between the iconic fighters has been speculated upon for years but repeatedly failed to materialise.
However, veteran boxing journalist Gareth A Davies has now revealed that a deal is firmly in place for the long-time rivals to finally meet in the ring.
Speaking to talkSPORT, Davies claimed that an agreement has been quietly secured by major financial backers.
“The Fury-Joshua fight is signed. Okay, it is signed in the background. I’ve got that on good authority,” Davies said.
Fury builds towards highly anticipated ring return
‘The Gypsy King’ is currently preparing to end his brief retirement when he faces Arslanbek Makhmudov on 11 April.
The 37-year-old previously stepped away from the sport following consecutive defeats to Ukrainian undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk in 2024.
His upcoming comeback card is being facilitated by Saudi Arabian powerbrokers, which perfectly aligns with the lucrative forces expected to back the Joshua clash.
Addressing the definitive timeline for the domestic showdown, Davies expressed supreme confidence that the historic event is firmly on track.
“Agreed. They are moving towards it, but they both want the fight. It’s on the cards and it’s going to happen.”
Joshua plans comeback following tragic accident
While his rival prepares for April, the Watford-born star remains sidelined following his involvement in a fatal car crash in Nigeria last December.
The tragic accident cast significant doubt over his boxing future, but the Olympic gold medallist is now expected to resume his professional career.
Prior to the incident, the 35-year-old had returned to winning ways with a brutal knockout victory against American crossover star Jake Paul.
Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has publicly indicated that a July return is the most realistic target for the former unified champion.
Recent reports suggest he could initially face compatriot Dillian Whyte to settle an old rivalry before turning his full attention to the looming mega-fight.
