Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua remain in negotiations for heavyweight fight
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 2, 2026, 8:58 PM
Last updated Sep 2, 2026
Tyson Fury publicly criticized Anthony Joshua on Wednesday, labeling his rival a coward as talks for an all-British heavyweight showdown continue. Fury stated he has agreed to potential bouts in several locations, including the United States and the United Kingdom, while alleging that Joshua is delaying the final deal. Frank Warren, Fury’s promoter, indicated that the contract is prepared and the decision currently rests with Joshua’s team. A primary point of disagreement remains the venue, as organizers explore options outside of the UK despite pressure to host the event domestically. Both fighters were active in July, with Fury defeating Mariusz Wach and Joshua recording a knockout victory over Kristian Prenga. The status of the fight remains pending as discussions between the two camps proceed.
- •Tyson Fury claims he has signed the fight contract.
- •Frank Warren states the delay is currently on the side of Anthony Joshua.
- •The fight venue remains a central point of negotiation between promoters.
- •Both fighters competed in separate bouts during July 2026.
- 8:58 PMYahoo Sports — Fury calls Joshua a 'coward' as wait for announcement continues
- 8:55 PMBBC Sport — Fury calls Joshua a 'coward' as wait for announcement continues
"Tyson Fury has branded Anthony Joshua a "coward" and suggested the two-time world heavyweight champion is "conning everybody" as talks over a long-awaited all-British showdown continue.
"Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua is a "coward" as the pair face a tense wait to see whether their long-awaited all-British heavyweight blockbuster can be agreed.
"Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua is a "coward" as the pair face a tense wait to see whether their long-awaited all-British heavyweight blockbuster can be agreed.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 2, 2026, 8:58 PMFury calls Joshua a 'coward' as wait for announcement continues
Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua is a "coward" as the pair face a tense wait to see whether their long-awaited all-British heavyweight blockbuster can be agreed.
- BBC SportSep 2, 2026, 8:55 PMFury calls Joshua a 'coward' as wait for announcement continues
Tyson Fury says Anthony Joshua is a "coward" as the pair face a tense wait to see whether their long-awaited all-British heavyweight blockbuster can be agreed.
- Sky Sports—Fury launches fresh swipe at Joshua as talks continue
Tyson Fury has branded Anthony Joshua a "coward" and suggested the two-time world heavyweight champion is "conning everybody" as talks over a long-awaited all-British showdown continue.
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