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Respect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off

After more than a decade of public feuding and false starts, Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua exchange pleasantries, trade jokes and even discuss going for a pint at a news conference in London.

Respect and laughs as Fury and Joshua face off

Dana White, the UFC CEO, has confirmed that the long-awaited fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is a "done deal". This monumental clash between two of Britain's most renowned heavyweight boxers has been a source of intense speculation and controversy for over a decade. White's announcement comes after months of uncertainty and behind-the-scenes negotiations.

The heavyweight division rivalry between Fury and Joshua has been characterized by escalating tensions and public disagreements. However, White insists that the issues have been resolved, and the fight is now set to take place. He attributes the initial delays to "ego" issues, stating that the dispute is not related to any external factors. White emphasizes that the fight is a fact, and he has been echoing this message for weeks.

White's confidence in the bout is unwavering, despite the UK boxing scene facing a decline in popularity. He attributes this to the sport becoming more British-centric, with many of the issues being fueled by the UK's boxing community. Regardless, Dana White is resolute, stating that the fight is indeed happening and is a "done deal."

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