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Tyson Fury considers David Benavidez if Joshua withdraws from December fight

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 8:19 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Tyson Fury considers David Benavidez if Joshua withdraws from December fight

Summary

Tyson Fury is preparing for a potential matchup against David Benavidez if Anthony Joshua pulls out of their scheduled fight on December 11 in Cardiff. Fury emphasized his commitment to keep the Cardiff event, while Benavidez is already slated to fight Jai Opetaia on May 5. The prospect of Fury facing Benavidez could intrigue boxing fans, even as many still await the long-anticipated Fury-Joshua bout. British boxing fans largely prefer the Fury-Joshua matchup, while there is growing interest in a Fury-Benavidez encounter among U.S. audiences. Fury's focus remains on Joshua, but he is laying the groundwork should a change occur.

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By the Numbers

•Fury is set to fight Joshua on December 11 in Cardiff.
•Benavidez is scheduled to face Opetaia on May 5 in Las Vegas.
•Fury expresses readiness to fight Benavidez if Joshua withdraws.
•British fans largely prefer the Fury-Joshua matchup.
•Benavidez's recent success adds interest to potential heavyweight fights.

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8:19 AMYahoo Sports — Tyson Fury Willing To Fight The 'Monster' If Anthony Joshua Pulls Out

What they're saying

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Tyson Fury says David Benavidez is an option if Anthony Joshua misses their Dec. 11 Cardiff date. Benavidez has already agreed to face Jai Opetaia on May 5.
— Yahoo Sports

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