Anthony Joshua Refuses to Commit to Tyson Fury Fight Despite Call-Out

Anthony Joshua has expressed his willingness to fight Tyson Fury, but refused to commit to the highly anticipated bout immediately after Fury's call-out. Following Fury's victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, the Gypsy King challenged Joshua to a fight, but Joshua remained non-committal. Joshua stated that he has never had a problem fighting Fury and will face him when the time is right, but he wants to negotiate the terms of the fight through official channels rather than in the heat of the moment. Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, also declined to engage in discussions about the potential fight, citing the need for formal contract negotiations. The proposed 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. Joshua emphasized that he is not interested in engaging in a war of words or seeking to gain publicity, but rather in negotiating a fair deal for the fight. Fury, on the other hand, has been vocal about his desire to face Joshua, and his promoter, Frank Warren, has hinted that an announcement about the fight may be imminent. However, Joshua's cautious approach has cast doubt on whether the fight will take place in the near future. Joshua has only fought once since losing to Daniel Dubois in September 2024, and he has been dealing with personal issues, including a serious car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the deaths of his friends. As a result, Joshua is taking a measured approach to his return to the ring and is prioritizing his personal well-being over his boxing career.