Tyson Fury teases Anthony Joshua fight at White House UFC event
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 2:48 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Tyson Fury appeared at UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn, hinting at a potential fight with Anthony Joshua later this year. This marks Fury's return to the U.S. after being away since 2021 due to reported ties with sanctions placed on alleged crime boss Daniel Kinahan. Fury stated a fight with Joshua is "over a decade in the making" and suggested Dana White will make a significant announcement about him soon. This event coincided with Donald Trump's 80th birthday, adding a layer of publicity to the evening.
- •Fury last fought in the U.S. in 2021.
- •He hinted at a fight with Joshua being finalized soon.
- •The event was held on Donald Trump's 80th birthday.
- •Dana White will announce details regarding Fury's next fight.
- •Fury wore a hat supporting Trump during his appearance.
- 2:48 AMYahoo Sports — Watch Tyson Fury walk out and tease a Joshua fight at White House UFC
"The British heavyweight made his first U.S. appearance in years on the South Lawn and all but announced boxing's biggest fight is next.
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