Fury-Joshua fight depends on later start time approval
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 6, 2026, 9:44 PM
Last updated Jul 6, 2026

A potential heavyweight boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only be held at Wembley Stadium if local authorities approve a later-than-usual start time, according to boxing executive Turki Alalshikh. The fight is being discussed amid high public anticipation for a clash between the two top boxers in the heavyweight division. Negotiations are continuing as both camps seek to finalize details around scheduling and venue. Alalshikh's comments highlight the logistical challenges that could affect plans for the bout.
- •Turki Alalshikh confirmed a late start time is necessary for Wembley.
- •Fury and Joshua are among the top heavyweight boxers today.
- •Negotiations for the match are ongoing as of July 6, 2026.
- •Local authority approval is crucial for scheduling.
- •Public anticipation remains high for the potential fight.
- 9:44 PMYahoo Sports — Fury-Joshua timing must suit America - Alalshikh
- 9:44 PMBBC Sport — Fury-Joshua timing must suit America - Alalshikh
"A potential heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, says boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh.
"A potential heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, says boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 6, 2026, 9:44 PMFury-Joshua timing must suit America - Alalshikh
A potential heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, says boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh.
- BBC SportJul 6, 2026, 9:44 PMFury-Joshua timing must suit America - Alalshikh
A potential heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will only take place at Wembley Stadium if local authorities agree to a later-than-usual start time, says boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh.
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