Joshua fight doesn’t look like it will happen – Fury

Tyson Fury has declared that his much-anticipated bout with Anthony Joshua appears unlikely to materialize, expressing his frustration with the ongoing negotiations. The pair were initially scheduled to face off in November, heralded as one of the most significant bouts in British boxing history. However, disagreements over the location of the event have introduced fresh uncertainty.

Joshua and his promoter, Eddie Hearn, have agreed to hold the fight in the United Kingdom, while Saudi organizers are advocating for a venue in the United States. Fury alleged that the dispute is primarily due to Hearn and Eddie Hearn seeking higher pay. He stated on Instagram that "doesn't look like they're going to sign the fight and it doesn't look like it's going to happen all because Eddie Hearn and that want more money."

Joshua and Fury maintain separate contracts with Saudi Arabian-owned Sela. New York's Madison Square Garden is reportedly favored by Sela to accommodate American viewership through a Netflix broadcast. Eddie Hearn earlier revealed a list of alterations needed for the fight to proceed in the United States, primarily focusing on compensation adjustments due to differing tax regulations.

Fury retaliated by branding Joshua and Hearn "disgusting" and "money-thirsty," accusing them of cowardice. Hearn contends that the proposed changes concern practical matters like travel and media arrangements, not financial compensation. Fury then accused Hearn of being a "bag carrier" and criticized Joshua's mentality, asserting that he never had the courage to face Fury.

Hearn denied that the leaked email contained the alleged changes and emphasized that the issues arose from a separate meeting regarding other contractual matters. The promotion's involvement in the fight has further complicated the situation, with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, now jointly owned by Sela and TKO Group Holdings, playing a role. Fury expressed openness to Dana White's participation, inviting him to join his team.