Both ex-world champions faced rocky paths back to this prospective clash. Joshua nearly suffered a shocking defeat during a July preparation match when underdog Kristian Prenga floored him twice in the opening frame before he rebounded to secure a second-round finish. Meanwhile, Fury returned to competition in April following a year-long hiatus in Thailand after his rematch defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, earning a comfortable decision over Arslanbek Makhmudov at London’s Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The British fighter subsequently staged an untelevised July contest in Thailand, halting veteran Mariusz Wach in round seven.
Despite Saudi official Turki Alalshikh confirming on Thursday that prolonged negotiations had finally resolved to stage the epic showdown on Friday, December 11 at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium, Fury alleges the event is now in serious doubt. The heavyweight contender launched a scathing attack, blaming his opponent’s representative for attempting to disrupt the spectacle. “Breaking news, Anthony Joshua and Eddie Hearn are trying to pull out the fight,” said Fury. “They’re saying they’re not going to fight now. It’s mainly
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