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Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury expected in Cardiff this December
The heavyweight boxing match between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is reportedly nearing finalization, with the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, emerging as the likely venue. Sources indicate the bout is targeted for December 11, 2026, following prolonged negotiations regarding the fight's location.
A major point of contention involved the venue; while organizers and Netflix initially lobbied for a New York City setting to accommodate US prime-time audiences, Joshua’s contract explicitly required the fight to take place on British soil. This standoff has shifted the focus from Madison Square Garden to Cardiff.
The event, which is estimated to be worth nearly $200 million, involves multiple stakeholders including Netflix, Saudi Arabian entertainment firm Sela, and promoter Eddie Hearn. Hearn has addressed concerns regarding a potential late-night start time for UK viewers, stating that while discussions with the stadium are ongoing, a 3:00 AM start is unlikely.
In preparation, Joshua is expected to involve trainer Ben Davison, who has previously worked with both fighters. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury has maintained a competitive stance, publicly challenging Joshua's resolve as negotiations conclude.
Entities
Anthony Joshua · Eddie Hearn · Matchroom Boxing · Netflix · Nicholas Asberry · Principality Stadium · Tyson Fury
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Anthony Joshua is expected to involve trainer Ben Davison in his preparations for the fight. croring.com
- [● 4 SOURCES] Anthony Joshua’s contract required the fight to be held in the United Kingdom. blueprint.ng · boxemag.ouest-france.fr · www.boxingnews24.com · www.independent.co.uk
- [● 2 SOURCES] Negotiations involve Netflix, Sela, and the fighters' camps to finalize details. boxemag.ouest-france.fr · sportowefakty.wp.pl
- [● 2 SOURCES] Peter Fury predicted either Tyson Fury will outbox Joshua or Joshua will secure a stoppage victory. boxingnewsonline.net · punchng.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Eddie Hearn denied that the fight would start as late as 3:00 AM BST. www.independent.co.uk
- [● 3 SOURCES] An official announcement regarding the fight could occur as early as next week. www.bjpenn.com · blueprint.ng · boxemag.ouest-france.fr
- [● 7 SOURCES] The fight is expected to take place at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday, 11 December. croring.com · www.bjpenn.com · blueprint.ng · boxemag.ouest-france.fr · www.boxingnews24.com · +2 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] The value of the entire undertaking is expected to approach $200 million. boxemag.ouest-france.fr · sportowefakty.wp.pl