Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua: Time, date, and what to expect

• Fury has staged a successful comeback in the world of professional boxing, defeating Russian Arslanbek Makhmudov in April
• He is now willing to square up against Anthony Joshua, with the fight fascinating fans, but Fury appears reluctant
• AJ will be fighting from the position of the underdog, with Fury one of the most talented boxers of all times

A bout between Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is being discussed. Both fighters have been somewhat avoiding each other, but things might have finally changed, with Fury taking the initiative and issuing a challenge of his own minutes after he defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov.

AJ is seen as the underdog for this one, although he has come a long way on his own, embracing his recent defeats to Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk, who also won two bouts against Fury. Fury has contested the decisions.

However, the Battle of Britain could be coming before long (September, some reporting suggests), and the possibility of witnessing these two fighters square up against each other seems more likely than ever before.

Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury: Time and Date

• Date: September 2026
• Time: TBA
• Venue: TBA

Where to Watch Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua

• Watch: Netflix (unconfirmed)

Fury vs Joshua could be available on Netflix. The platform posted a social media tease about the upcoming fight not long after, claiming that it might secure the streaming rights.

Netflix would most likely not charge any additional fees for broadcasting the fight, as it has in the case of other prominent bouts, including the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul.

What do we know about AJ vs Fury?

This is a fast-moving topic with details still being updated. AJ taking on Fury and vice versa is more than a career stunt for either fighter. After doing a bit of soul searching in the wake of the Usyk fights, which they lost, both AJ and Fury have felt compelled to prove themselves anew.

AJ, for his part, has embraced his former opponent and has reportedly been training with his team, hoping to close any perceived skill gap quickly. For AJ, this bout could be important: what better way to test yourself than to go up against Fury - arguably the most talented heavyweight fighter in the world, never mind his paper-thin defeats to the Ukrainian himself.

Media reports initially further fueled speculation that Croke Park in Dublin, Ireland, could serve as a host venue in front of an 80,000-strong crowd, which is certainly something to look forward to, although the event is yet to be confirmed by the promoters.

However, the rumor has been dismissed already.

AJ and Tyson Fury Both Lost to Usyk, But One Has Embraced The Defeat

So, the big question is, can AJ come through and deliver? He is not without a reason tipped to be the underdog in the fight between the two heavyweights, although the difference, if any, won’t be too great.

AJ has been known to deliver powerful punches that have resulted in KO takeouts, meaning that Fury cannot afford to let his guard down.

But then there is Fury, of course. Fury’s sole two losses are at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk, and even those fights were very heavily contested and came down to a few-point difference in the end.

AJ’s own record is not to be fully underestimated. Even though he suffered a few disappointing defeats, he also managed to hold his own against Usyk, which, if anything, demonstrates that this is a fighter who will go the distance and persevere.

That AJ is in a slightly disadvantageous position should not surprise. Although he had his fun with Jake Paul in the ring, completely outclassing the Internet personality-turned-pugilist, the fight did hardly anything to hone his skills.

However, there is a "but" in there. It has to do with the fact that AJ has been training hard with Usyk’s team since at least November 2025. Whether this could close any skill gap between Fury is, of course, questionable.

Fury is hard back at work once again

Fury’s love for boxing is undeniable. He revels in fighting, and he has relied on a mix of hard work and leaning into his natural boxing aptitude. Fury, though, is now doubling down on the hard work part.

Following his defeats to Usyk, and his contention of the results, the British heavyweight talent has at last returned to the boxing scene and let his fighting do the talking.

He is probably smarting about the defeats still, two blotches on an otherwise unblemished record, but he has chosen to cope with this as he should - by throwing himself back in there. A rematch with Usyk is unlikely in the foreseeable future, but it all depends on what happens next.

His fight against Makhmudov showcased the Fury we know and love - a fighter capable of dictating the pacing while throwing in the occasional gimmick. Laser-focused and with a smile on his face, Fury outclassed his Russian contender, with the scoreboard agreeing with him: 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109.

Given his form, Fury is now the favorite for his upcoming bout. Whether he can KO AJ, though, is another matter, but he will surely be able to land blows to the head. How well AJ takes it will show in his training with Usyk.

Fury vs AJ FAQs

When is Fury vs AJ taking place?

The fight is still unconfirmed, but media speculation suggests that the bout might happen as early as September.

Where can I watch Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury?

Netflix is still an unconfirmed broadcast option, but it is not unlikely for the company to stream this big event, as it has shown other big-ticket bouts in the past.

Where is AJ vs Fury taking place?

As of the time of writing, this is still unconfirmed, but some reports have suggested that Dublin could be one of the options.