Fury and Joshua engage in friendly exchange ahead of December fight
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 7:39 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua met at a news conference in London ahead of their fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. The event featured light-hearted exchanges and pleasantries between the heavyweight rivals, reflecting on their long rivalry. While both boxers expressed admiration for each other, there remain uncertainties about contract disputes surrounding the promotion. The fight is reported to be for the vacant WBA 'super' heavyweight title.
- •Fury and Joshua will fight on December 11 in Cardiff.
- •The news conference showcased a relaxed atmosphere with humor and respect.
- •Contractual disagreements could affect the promotion of the fight.
- •The fight may be for the vacant WBA 'super' heavyweight title.
- •Fans showed strong support for Joshua during the event.
- 7:39 PMYahoo Sports — Respect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off
- 7:37 PMBBC Sport — Respect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off
"After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.
"After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 30, 2026, 7:39 PMRespect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off
After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.
- BBC SportSep 30, 2026, 7:37 PMRespect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off
After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.
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