AJ Rejects Fury's Immediate Call-Out for British Heavyweight Showdown

Anthony Joshua expressed his willingness to fight Tyson Fury, but refused to commit to the highly anticipated British heavyweight bout following Fury's call-out after his win over Arslanbek Makhmudov. Joshua stated that he will 'probably' face Fury next, but emphasized the need for official contract negotiations rather than accepting the challenge in the heat of the moment. The Gypsy King had roared to the crowd, 'Next, I want to give you the fight you've all been waiting for... I want you, AJ, Anthony Joshua. Let's give the fight fans what they want - the Battle of Britain.' However, Joshua remained stoic, staring at Fury from his seat and later clarifying his stance in an interview. Joshua explained that he wants to agree to the fight through formal negotiations, rather than in the midst of a packed stadium, saying 'Contracts will be sent over. We'll go through the nitty-gritty and you'll probably see us in the ring next, more than likely.' A bout between the two British heavyweights has been long-awaited, but has yet to materialize due to various obstacles, including Deontay Wilder exercising a rematch clause in 2021. Joshua emphasized that he is not interested in 'clout-chasing' and will only consider the fight once the terms are officially agreed upon. The highly anticipated showdown between two of the greatest heavyweights of their generation remains uncertain, with Joshua prioritizing his personal life and focusing on his return to the ring after a serious car accident in Nigeria. Fury, on the other hand, has come out of retirement for the fifth time, and his approach has been questioned by Joshua, who believes the Gypsy King's inconsistent approach has hindered the fight's progression. As the wait for the Fury-Joshua mega fight continues, both fighters remain focused on their respective goals, with Joshua asserting that he 'runs the game' and will be ready when the time is right.