Tyson Fury Eyes Mega Fight with Anthony Joshua Following Makhmudov Bout
Filmogaz.com understands Tyson Fury has confirmed he will pursue Anthony Joshua if he overcomes Arslanbek Makhmudov. Fury says the pathway to a domestic blockbuster depends on his April 11 result.
Fury vs Makhmudov details
The fight is set for April 11 at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. It will be Fury’s first ring return after a 16-month absence.
Fury’s official record stands at 34-2-1 with 24 KOs. Makhmudov arrives off a unanimous decision win over David Allen in Sheffield last October.
Where both fighters stand
| Fighter | Record | KOs |
|---|---|---|
| Tyson Fury | 34-2-1 | 24 |
| Anthony Joshua | 29-4 | 26 |
Anthony Joshua’s recent developments
Joshua remains active despite recent setbacks outside the ring. He survived a fatal car crash in Nigeria last December that cost two team members their lives.
He returned with a sixth-round knockout of Jake Paul. Joshua has linked up with Igor Golub and parts of Oleksandr Usyk’s training staff in Valencia.
Talks and timing for a British blockbuster
Reports suggested a Fury-Joshua deal was imminent. Journalist Gareth A. Davies later retracted his claim that the fight was signed, and promoter Eddie Hearn denied an agreement.
Fury, however, signalled he remains open to an all-British showdown. He has indicated the clash could be realistic in 2026, once he clears Makhmudov.
Tyson Fury is targeting a mega fight with Anthony Joshua after he handles his upcoming opponent. Both fighters previously agreed to a two-fight deal in early 2021.
That plan collapsed because Fury needed to honour a trilogy obligation with Deontay Wilder. The fight did not proceed despite both holding undisputed status then.
Context inside the heavyweight division
The heavyweight calendar is busy in the coming weeks. Derek Chisora faces Deontay Wilder in London a week before Fury’s bout.
- Fabio Wardley defends the WBO title against Daniel Dubois on May 9.
- Oleksandr Usyk defends the WBC belt versus Rico Verhoeven on May 23.
Usyk’s defence takes place at the Pyramids of Giza in Egypt. The outcomes will shape future heavyweight opportunities.
