Anthony Joshua Refuses to Commit to Tyson Fury Fight

Anthony Joshua has stated that he will likely face Tyson Fury in his next bout, but has refused to commit to the fight immediately after Fury's call-out. Joshua was in attendance at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to watch Fury defeat Arslanbek Makhmudov, and was challenged by Fury to a fight after the decision was announced. However, Joshua remained calm and stated that he would only agree to the fight through official contract negotiations, rather than in the heat of the moment. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, also refused to engage with Fury's promoter, Frank Warren, in the ring, citing the need for formal negotiations. The proposed bout between Joshua and Fury has been in the works for years, but has yet to come to fruition due to various complications, including a rematch clause exercised by Deontay Wilder in 2021. Joshua has stated that he is not interested in 'clout-chasing' and will only agree to the fight when the terms are formally agreed upon. Fury, on the other hand, has expressed his desire to face Joshua, stating that it is the fight that the fans want to see. The wait for the highly anticipated bout continues, with Joshua insisting that he will not be rushed into a decision.