Boxing – Heavyweight: Tyson Fury threatens to withdraw from the clash against Anthony Joshua

The highly anticipated duel between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is once again in jeopardy. While negotiations continue regarding this highly anticipated bout, which has captivated the boxing world, the Briton has publicly expressed his anger and hinted that he might ultimately move on.

Tyson Fury took to Instagram to express his frustration. The towering Englishman (2.06 m) criticized Anthony Joshua's camp and his promoter Eddie Hearn for dragging out contract negotiations.

According to Tyson Fury, negotiations are complicated by financial considerations, particularly regarding the fight's location. Initially planned for England, the bout could ultimately be moved to the United States, an option favored by the Saudi promoter Sela. Eddie Hearn, however, explained that this location might be less financially advantageous for Joshua due to American taxes.

Visibly irritated, Fury accused his interlocutors of prioritizing money and even threatened to cut ties completely. The Briton also took the opportunity to directly attack his compatriot, claiming that he would never have had the courage to face him.

This new tension arises as the Fury-Joshua fight has been touted for several years as one of the most anticipated clashes in boxing history. A cancellation would therefore be a huge disappointment for fans of the sweet science, who dream of seeing the two former heavyweight world champions finally face off in the same ring.

Anthony Joshua, for his part, had displayed great ambitions after his last fight. In July, in Jeddah, the former British world champion dispatched Albanian Kristian Prenga in the second round. He then promised a particularly explosive confrontation with Fury.

The "Gypsy King" has also been on a positive run since his return to the ring. In Pattaya, Thailand, he secured his second victory of 2026 by forcing Polish fighter Mariusz Wach to retire in the seventh round.

After his double defeat against Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk in 2024, Fury had retired before returning to competition.

Now, his future seems to depend in part on the outcome of negotiations with Joshua's camp. But judging by his latest statements, time is running out, and Tyson Fury could quickly turn to another opponent if no agreement is reached.