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‘It is going to stop the country’: Eddie Hearn looks forward to Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury
TL;DR
Eddie Hearn confirms that the heavyweight fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is officially signed for later this year. He believes it will be a monumental event that captivates the entire country and boxing world.
Key points
- Eddie Hearn confirms Joshua vs Fury fight is signed
- Fight scheduled for later this year
- Hearn believes it will be a massive success
- Critics say the fight is coming too late
- Hearn expects it to captivate the country
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Eddie Hearn and Anthony Joshua in the stands at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London. Picture date: Saturday April 11, 2026. (Photo by Bradley Collyer/PA Images via Getty Images) | PA Images via Getty Images
With official word coming from all sides that a heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury has been signed for later this year, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn talks about finally getting the fight over the line, why it’ll be a massive success even despite naysayers saying it’s come too late, and more. Check out some excerpts of what he had to say below.
Hearn on Joshua vs Fury being set for later this year
“I was always convinced we’d get there. I can’t tell you I thought we’d take this long. But just really pleased. I mean, obviously we have to take care of business in July, which we expect to do, and you’re just going to see the biggest fight in boxing. It still makes me laugh people say ‘well, I’m just not that interested in it’ — it’s like, shut up! It is going to be huge. It is going to stop the country, it’s going to stop the boxing and sporting world by the time this comes around.
“And, again, ‘I’m not interested in it anymore’ — shut up. Trust me, you’ll be interested in this. Both guys will be firing for this and it’ll be a megafight and it’s a delight to get it over the line. Can’t wait.
“AJ’s in a great place. He’s really excited, he’s training hard. He’s got a real clear schedule now, from now ‘til end of the year and I think it’s a good road map to push into 2027 and try to fight for a world heavyweight championship, because that’s what he wants.”
On who chose Kristian Prenga as AJ’s next opponent
“No one really wanted [AJ] to fight a 50/50 fight for many reasons. Number one, because he’s coming back from injury and that incident. And two, I don’t think Turki Alalshikh really wanted him to be in that kind of fight given what’s at stake for the Tyson Fury fight. So we wanted someone who’s game, who would cause a little bit of a threat. I don’t think Pregna’s an elite heavyweight but he’s a decent heavyweight, got a massive knockout percentage record, he’ll be coming to win.
Q&A
When is the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight scheduled?
The fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is scheduled for later this year.
What did Eddie Hearn say about the Joshua vs Fury fight?
Eddie Hearn expressed confidence in finally getting the fight signed and believes it will be a massive success, stating it will 'stop the country.'
Why do some people think the Joshua vs Fury fight is coming too late?
Some naysayers believe the fight is coming too late due to the fighters' ages and previous delays in negotiations.
What are the expectations for the impact of the Joshua vs Fury fight?
Eddie Hearn expects the fight to be the biggest in boxing, significantly impacting the boxing and sporting world.
