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Tyson Fury Abandons Joshua Fight, Challenges Oleksandr Usyk to November Trilogy
Tyson Fury (36-2-1) has scrapped plans to face Anthony Joshua, instead calling for a third bout against undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk in November 2026.
Hearn Confirms Joshua vs Fury Wembley Talks Reopen After Location Dispute
Promoter Eddie Hearn announced on Friday that negotiations to host the Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury bout at Wembley Stadium have officially resumed.
Mayor Sadiq Khan Joins Eddie Hearn in Push for Fury-Joshua UK Fight
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has officially appealed to promoters to host the Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua bout in the United Kingdom as a November deadline looms.
Eddie Hearn Sets Week Deadline for Joshua-Fury November 20 Showdown
Promoter Eddie Hearn warns that time is running out to finalize the November 20 bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury due to a venue dispute.
Daniel Dubois vs. Fabio Wardley WBO Title Rematch Confirmed for Oct. 17
Daniel Dubois (23-3, 22 KOs) will defend his WBO heavyweight title against Fabio Wardley on Oct. 17 at London's O2 Arena.
Hrgovic Stops Itauma in Round 9 to Claim Vacant IBF Heavyweight Title
Filip Hrgovic became Croatia's first heavyweight world champion by stopping Moses Itauma in the ninth round at London's O2 Arena.
Itauma Weighs 241.7 lbs for London Title Bout Against Hrgovic
Moses Itauma (14-0, 12 KOs) aims to become the second-youngest heavyweight champion ever as he faces Filip Hrgovic (20-1, 15 KOs) in London.
Itauma vs Hrgovic: 21-Year-Old Eyes History in Vacant IBF Heavyweight Title Bout
Moses Itauma carries a record of 14 wins and 12 knockouts into his August 29 clash against Filip Hrgovic for the vacant IBF heavyweight title.
Itauma Targets IBF Title in 15th Fight to Eclipse Joshua鈥檚 Championship Pace
Moses Itauma (14-0, 12 KOs) aims to win the IBF heavyweight title in his 15th professional bout, one fight faster than Anthony Joshua.
Hearn Confirms Signed Contracts for Joshua vs Fury Heavyweight Showdown
Promoter Eddie Hearn states the Joshua vs Fury fight is legally binding following signed contracts for a proposed November date.
Fury vs Joshua: Heavyweight Clash Stalls Over Madison Square Garden Venue Dispute
Tyson Fury has threatened to find a new opponent for November after contract disputes regarding a New York venue and tax ramifications halted the Anthony Joshua fight.
Warren Warns Fury Joshua Venue Dispute Could Postpone November Showdown
Queensberry promoter Frank Warren confirmed Tyson Fury signed for the heavyweight clash in January, but venue disagreements between London and New York persist.
Claressa Shields Secures $8M Deal Ahead of Franch贸n Crews-Dezurn Main Event
Undefeated heavyweight champion Claressa Shields signed a record-breaking $8 million multifight contract including a $3 million signing bonus.
Hearn Mandates UK Venue for Fury-Joshua After Second-Round Prenga KO
Anthony Joshua secured his Tyson Fury showdown with a second-round stoppage of Kristian Prenga, as Eddie Hearn insists the bout must remain in the UK.
Anthony Joshua Survives Two Knockdowns to KO Kristian Prenga in Round 2
Anthony Joshua overcame a right hand and right uppercut that floored him twice in the first round to stop Kristian Prenga in the second.
Joshua Survives Two Knockdowns, Fury Stops Wach in 7 to Set November Date
Anthony Joshua overcame a 20-second knockdown to defeat Kristian Prenga, while Tyson Fury secured a seventh-round stoppage against Mariusz Wach.
Former Champ Andy Ruiz Jr. Faces Damian Knyba Sept. 4 at Prudential Center
Former heavyweight titleholder Andy Ruiz Jr. is scheduled to fight Damian Knyba on Sept. 4 in Newark, New Jersey.
Hearn Confirms 'No Request' for Joshua-Fury Fight to Be Held in United States
Matchroom Boxing's Eddie Hearn told ESPN that no formal request has been made to move the Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury clash to America.
Deontay Wilder Issues Direct 'Let鈥檚 Do It' Challenge to Anthony Joshua
Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder called out Anthony Joshua on Saturday, stating that a potential bout between the two stars makes perfect sense.
Deontay Wilder Defeats Derek Chisora in Bruising Heavyweight Brawl
Deontay Wilder secured a victory over Derek Chisora this Saturday in a scrappy heavyweight contest that shifts the title landscape.
Chisora vs Wilder: Heavyweights Meet for 50th Pro Fights at The O2
Derek Chisora (36-13, 23 KOs) faces Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs) in a London heavyweight bout marking the 50th career appearance for both men.
Deontay Wilder Cites Peak Confidence for Saturday Derek Chisora Showdown
Heavyweight Deontay Wilder declares his self-belief is at an all-time high before facing Derek Chisora this Saturday.
Moses Itauma Stops Jermaine Franklin Jr via Round Five Knockout
Heavyweight Moses Itauma continued his professional rise on Saturday by securing a brutal knockout against American opponent Jermaine Franklin Jr in the fifth round.
Moses Itauma vs Jermaine Franklin: 13-0 Prospect Faces Veteran in Manchester
Rising heavyweight Moses Itauma (13-0, 11 KOs) returns to the ring in Manchester to face American Jermaine Franklin Jr. (24-2, 15 KOs).