Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury close to November 20 fight in New York
Heavyweight boxers Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are in negotiations for a potential November 20 fight in New York. While reports suggest an agreement is near, promoter Eddie Hearn notes that contract details regarding the venue remain unresolved.
Why it matters
This potential bout is one of the most anticipated events in professional boxing, with significant commercial and sporting implications.
A deal is close for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to finally meet on November 20 with New York’s Madison Square Garden still the likeliest venue.
The heavyweight rivals have been linked for the best part of the last decade, but though it was reported by the Daily Mail that all parties were finally in agreement, Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn insists the deal is not quite done yet.
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