Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua fight could be off
Heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury claims that his long-awaited fight against Anthony Joshua is in jeopardy due to new financial demands from Joshua's camp. Fury publicly criticized promoter Eddie Hearn, casting doubt on the potential November bout in New York.
Why it matters
The potential collapse of this high-profile matchup highlights the complex financial and logistical negotiations that often stall major sporting events.
Layer 1 Tyson Fury has claimed his highly anticipated fight against Anthony Joshua may no longer happen, blaming fresh financial demands from Joshua’s camp for putting the proposed bout in jeopardy.
The former heavyweight champion also launched an extraordinary attack on Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, accusing him and others involved in the negotiations of demanding more money.
Fury and Joshua had been linked with a long-awaited heavyweight showdown, with a potential November 20 date at Madison Square Garden in New York reportedly under consideration.
However, the fight has yet to be officially confirmed, with negotiations reportedly complicated by financial issues surrounding the proposed venue.
According to reports, Hearn has sought additional money to account for tax implications associated with staging the fight in New York.
Fury, 38, addressed the situation in a video while appearing to exercise on a treadmill, claiming negotiations had stalled because of financial demands.
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