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Tyson Fury prepares for bout against Mariusz Wach in Thailand

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 11:26 AM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Tyson Fury prepares for bout against Mariusz Wach in Thailand
Summary

Tyson Fury is set to face Mariusz Wach on Friday in Pattaya, Thailand, in front of just 1,500 fans. The lightweight match is not broadcast live, as it is part of a Netflix documentary. Fury, criticizing modern sports stars for their financial decisions, aims for a matchup with Anthony Joshua, contingent on Joshua's fight outcome against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia. Fury emphasized his focus on Wach and dismissed concerns about overlooking him. This event follows a three-week notice initiated by Fury's desire to fight in Thailand, with planned proceeds going to charity.

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By the Numbers
  • •Fury faces Wach, 46, in Pattaya on Friday.
  • •Fight venue limited to 1,500 fans, no live broadcast.
  • •Proceeds from ticket sales benefit local charity.
  • •Fury plans showdown with Joshua if he wins next fight.
  • •Fury criticized heavyweight champions for unearned titles.
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  • 11:26 AMYahoo Sports — 'Would Beckham do it?' - Fury stands by Thailand fight
  • 11:26 AMBBC Sport — 'Would Beckham do it?' - Fury stands by Thailand fight
What they're saying
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Tyson Fury says modern-day sports stars think they are "bigger than they actually are" after choosing to fight in front of just 1,500 fans in Thailand.

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Tyson Fury says modern-day sports stars think they are "bigger than they actually are" after choosing to fight in front of just 1,500 fans in Thailand.

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