Anthony Joshua Refuses to Commit to Tyson Fury Fight After Public Call-Out

Anthony Joshua has stated that he will likely face Tyson Fury in his next bout, but he refused to commit to the highly anticipated fight after Fury's public call-out following his recent victory. Joshua was in attendance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to watch Fury defeat Arslanbek Makhmudov, and after the fight, Fury challenged Joshua to a 'Battle of Britain' showdown. However, Joshua remained non-committal, stating that he would only agree to the fight through official contract negotiations rather than in the midst of a packed stadium. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, also declined to engage in discussions in the ring, instead opting for a more formal approach to negotiations. The potential bout between Joshua and Fury, two of the greatest heavyweights of their generation, has been in the works for years but has yet to materialize. In 2021, the two fighters had agreed to fight for the undisputed heavyweight champion title, but the bout was ultimately canceled due to Deontay Wilder exercising a rematch clause. Joshua has stated that he is willing to fight Fury, but only on his own terms, and that he will not be rushed into a decision. The fight is expected to be one of the biggest in British boxing history, but for now, it remains uncertain. Joshua has been dealing with personal issues, including a recent car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of two friends, and he has stated that his focus is on his personal life and not on the potential fight. Fury, on the other hand, has been vocal about his desire to face Joshua, and it remains to be seen whether the two fighters will eventually meet in the ring.