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Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fight negotiations resume for New York
Negotiations for a heavyweight bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have resumed following a response from Saudi promoters Sela to a venue addendum. Promoter Eddie Hearn indicated that while Matchroom still prefers a UK venue, discussions are moving forward regarding a potential November date at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
Tyson Fury has expressed readiness for the New York fight but warned he has alternative opponents on standby should the agreement with Joshua and Hearn fail due to ongoing financial or location disputes. Fury stated he is training to remain active and will honor existing contracts if the November window closes.
In separate heavyweight news, Andy Ruiz Jr. is scheduled to face Damian Knyba on September 4 at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. The 12-round bout marks a return to the ring for Ruiz, who has been inactive for over two years since his draw with Jarrell Miller.
Entities
Andy Ruiz Jr. · Anthony Joshua · Damian Knyba · Eddie Hearn · Madison Square Garden · Matchroom Boxing · Tyson Fury · Zuffa Boxing
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The co-main event features Vito Mielnicki Jr. against Austin Williams in a middleweight bout. boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Damian Knyba holds a professional record of 17 wins and 1 loss, with 11 knockouts. bigfightweekend.com · boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Alan Chaves will defend his WBO Latino lightweight title against Eridson Garcia. boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [● 3 SOURCES] The main event between Andy Ruiz and Damian Knyba is scheduled for Friday, September 4, 2026. bigfightweekend.com · boxemag.ouest-france.fr · www.polsatsport.pl
- [● 3 SOURCES] The event will take place at the Prudential Center in Newark, New Jersey. bigfightweekend.com · boxemag.ouest-france.fr · www.polsatsport.pl
- [● 2 SOURCES] The main event is a 12-round heavyweight bout. bigfightweekend.com · boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [● 2 SOURCES] Andy Ruiz holds a professional record of 35 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with 22 knockouts. bigfightweekend.com · boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The fight card will be broadcast globally on DAZN. bigfightweekend.com