Speculation rises on a possible Fury‑Joshua heavyweight clash as both gear up for warm‑up bouts

Former two‑time heavyweight champion Hasim Rahman said the damage sustained by Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua could mean either fighter may not rise if they eventually meet, noting Fury’s “recuperative powers” may finally run out. He highlighted that both fighters look older and that a domestic showdown could hinge on who can absorb more punishment.

Former light‑heavyweight contender Anthony Yarde expressed confidence that Joshua could finish Fury if he reverts to the aggressive style that helped him dominate earlier in his career, likening the scenario to Oleksandr Usyk’s victory over Fury. Yarde stressed that a rough, tenacious Joshua could potentially knock out Fury.

Both fighters are slated for warm‑up fights before any possible clash: Fury already returned with a unanimous decision win over Arslanbek Makhmudov, while Joshua is scheduled to face Kristian Prenga on July 25 in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, his first bout since a tragic car crash that killed two close friends.