Saudi boxing figure Turki Alalshikh is strategizing a potential matchup between British boxers Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury in the upcoming year. However, both fighters are required to participate in preliminary fights before this anticipated showdown.
Joshua has been inactive in the ring since his defeat by Daniel Dubois, which halted his quest for a third world championship title. While a rematch with Dubois seemed imminent, Joshua had to extend his recovery period due to an injury sustained in their initial encounter. Following elbow surgery, the 35-year-old aims to make a comeback before the year concludes.
On the other hand, Fury initially retired after back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk but has since reversed his decision and is gearing up for a return to boxing. Alalshikh, in an interview on ‘The Boxing Voice,’ expressed his keenness to orchestrate the clash between the British heavyweights.
Alalshikh mentioned the intention to arrange the fight in 2026, emphasizing the need for both Joshua and Fury to engage in warm-up matches first. He highlighted that the proposed matchup is to capitalize on both fighters coming off recent losses and to build excitement around the potential bout.
Fury has been hinting at his comeback through social media updates on his training progress. Alalshikh officially confirmed Fury’s return and hinted at a future fight event in Riyadh in 2026.
Furthermore, the article mentions the upcoming bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois for the undisputed heavyweight championship. Fans can watch the fight on DAZN PPV for £24.99 or included in a DAZN Annual plan.
The announcement by Alalshikh created a stir in the boxing community, prompting Fury to announce his intention to face Usyk for a third time, setting a specific date and venue for the potential bout.
Fury’s promoter, Frank Warren, indicated a potential change in Fury’s retirement plans, hinting at a renewed interest in fighting Usyk again. Meanwhile, Joshua is gearing up for his return to the ring later this year, as confirmed by promoter Eddie Hearn, who shared insights on Joshua’s recovery and future plans.
Hearn expressed optimism about Joshua’s comeback and hinted at a possible matchup with Fury in 2026. He emphasized the importance of Joshua’s performance in upcoming fights to determine the trajectory of his career.
In conclusion, the anticipation of a clash between Joshua and Fury continues to build, with both fighters preparing for their respective returns to the ring and potential future encounters.
