Tyson Fury Reverses Decision on Dream Fight: “It’s No Longer About Him”

Tyson Fury returns to the ring on Saturday night. The bout ends a 16-month layoff for the former WBC champion. His opponent is Russian puncher Arslanbek Makhmudov.

Trilogy goals with Oleksandr Usyk

Fury had long targeted a third fight with Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk beat Fury twice in 2024. The Ukrainian took Fury’s WBC belt and became boxing’s first undisputed four-belt heavyweight champion.

Fury maintains he did enough to win those two fights. Promoter Frank Warren previously said Fury wanted a trilogy bout. The trilogy was a central aim for Fury’s comeback.

Private messages and a change of heart

Fury told Ring Magazine he and Usyk exchanged messages on Instagram and Messenger. Fury also said Usyk had requested a third fight.

But Fury now appears less keen on that rematch. He suggested the matter is no longer focused on Usyk. Fury added he does not expect fair decisions going forward.

New targets and Anthony Joshua link

Reports say Fury is moving toward a long-awaited showdown with Anthony Joshua. Joshua has trained alongside Usyk and has two losses to the Ukrainian.

That potential fight now seems closer, according to those reports. A Joshua bout could come before any third meeting with Usyk.

The immediate challenge: Makhmudov

Makhmudov stands in the way of Fury’s plans this weekend. A win for the Russian could derail the trilogy and Joshua discussions. Fury must handle that hurdle first.

Filmogaz.com will follow developments after the fight. Tyson Fury reverses decision on his dream fight plans, and the evolving picture keeps boxing headlines busy.