Tyson Fury claims Anthony Joshua fight off

Tyson Fury has delivered an update on his long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua, claiming that the proposed blockbuster bout is now off.

Fury took to social media on Sunday to accuse Joshua of backing out of the fight, expressing frustration over the continued uncertainty surrounding the date and venue. The former heavyweight champion also suggested that he is ready to move on rather than continue waiting for Joshua.

The biggest stumbling block has reportedly been the location. Fury and his team had been open to fighting in the United States, with Madison Square Garden in New York previously emerging as the preferred venue, while Joshua's camp has pushed for the bout to take place in the United Kingdom, with Wembley Stadium being discussed.

However, Fury's latest declaration has been challenged by Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn. Hearn insists that a legally binding agreement remains in place and that Joshua has not withdrawn from the fight, meaning negotiations could still be revived.

Why did Tyson Fury call off the fight against Anthony Joshua?

The main issue is the venue. Joshua wants the fight staged in the UK, with Wembley emerging as the preferred option, while Fury’s side and other stakeholders have favoured the United States, particularly Madison Square Garden in New York. Hearn has recently revived discussions about staging the fight at Wembley

Who will Tyson Fury fight in his next fight?

With the Fury-Joshua showdown once again hanging by a thread, Fury has already turned his attention to another blockbuster option. He has called on Oleksandr Usyk to agree to a third fight, potentially in November, after suffering two defeats to the Ukrainian in 2024.

What is next for Anthony Joshua?

Anthony Joshua’s immediate future is still tied to the uncertainty surrounding his proposed fight with Tyson Fury. Fury has now claimed that the blockbuster bout is off, but Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has pushed back, saying the fight remains legally binding and that negotiations are still alive.

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