Joshua Vs Fury Must Take Place In UK, Says Hearn Amid US Venue Speculation

The long-awaited heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is contractually tied to the United Kingdom, according to promoter Eddie Hearn, who has dismissed speculation that the fight could be staged in the United States.

Reports had suggested that American venues, including SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles and locations in Las Vegas, were prepared to table lucrative offers to host one of boxing’s biggest events. However, Hearn insisted the signed agreement leaves no room for a venue switch without the consent of all parties involved.

Hearn, who worked alongside Frank Warren to finalise the terms of the blockbuster showdown, said the contract clearly stipulates that the fight must be held in Britain. He stressed that neither Saudi financial backers nor external investors have the authority to move the event independently, with both promotional teams retaining equal control over any major decisions.

Naija News gathered that the fight is expected to take place later this year, although both men are likely to return to the ring during the summer before meeting in the highly anticipated winter showdown. Fury’s camp is already preparing for a bout in Dublin, which is expected to serve as a key step towards the long-awaited encounter.

Joshua and Fury have been on a collision course for more than a decade, yet a fight between Britain’s two most prominent heavyweights has repeatedly failed to materialise. With the core terms now agreed, attention is expected to shift towards operational planning, security arrangements and final scheduling once summer commitments have been confirmed.

Hearn confirmed that all foundational terms for the contest have now been settled, bringing the sport a step closer to one of the most eagerly awaited fights in modern boxing, according to Punch.