Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is finally happening.
The long-awaited all-British heavyweight fight will take place on December 11. Cardiff’s Principality Stadium will host the blockbuster event.
Fury and Joshua will meet in the professional ring for the first time. Fans have waited years for the two former champions to settle their rivalry.
Netflix will stream the fight live around the world. Organisers will announce the full undercard and other event details later.
Anthony Joshua breaks his silence on Fury fight
Anthony Joshua appeared to hint at the announcement before organisers confirmed the fight.
The former two-time heavyweight champion posted a cryptic message on social media. He also shared a photograph of himself standing in front of a Union Jack.
Joshua wrote:
“The quietest ones often pull the strings.”
He added:
“Those who appear least involved may hold the greatest control. Let them shout first, the wisest wait until the final move.”
The post came as both camps worked towards a final agreement on the venue.
Joshua had previously made it clear that he wanted the fight in the UK. Fury’s camp had also considered an overseas venue.
Fury vs Joshua venue finally confirmed
The fight will take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium.
The announcement ends months of uncertainty over the venue. Madison Square Garden in New York had previously emerged as another possible location.
However, the blockbuster will now take place in the UK.
Turki Alalshikh confirmed the news on social media. He said the fight would finally come to British boxing fans.
“For 15 years no one has been able to make this fight. Back in April, I said that any announcement would come from me.”
He added:
“I can now confirm that Fury Vs Joshua will be coming to the UK, as I promised British boxing fans. The time for talking is over.”
When is Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua?
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua will take place on December 11.
The fight will happen at Principality Stadium in Cardiff.
This will mark the first professional meeting between the two British heavyweights. Both fighters have spent years competing at the highest level of the division.
Fury and Joshua have each held world heavyweight titles twice. Their meeting has therefore become one of the most anticipated British boxing fights in recent years.
Fury and Joshua records
Fury enters the fight with a 36-2-1 record, having returned from retirement earlier this year.
The former heavyweight champion subsequently defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov on points before stopping Mariusz Wach in July.
Joshua comes into the fight with a 30-4 record.
His most recent outing saw him stop Kristian Prenga in the second round, despite being dropped twice during the opening round.
The contrasting paths of the two former champions will now lead them to the same destination in Cardiff.
What’s next for Fury vs Joshua?
With the venue and date now confirmed, attention will turn towards the rest of the fight card and the build-up to December 11.
For years, Fury and Joshua have been linked with a blockbuster meeting that repeatedly failed to materialise.
Now, there is finally a date, a venue and a fight.
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is officially on.
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