Joshua Holds Fury Contract, but a July Warm-Up Fight May Precede

A highly anticipated showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is in the works, with Joshua possessing the contract. However, it's possible that Joshua may engage in a warm-up fight as early as July before facing Fury in November. Fury has already signed on for the all-British mega fight and recently issued a challenge to Joshua following his victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov. Joshua's commitment to the fight has been uncertain due to a recent car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the loss of his friends. Promoter Eddie Hearn stated that they received the contract last week and are reviewing it, ensuring Joshua is physically ready to return to the ring. The original plan was to have Joshua fight in March and then face Fury in August, but given the circumstances, the new potential dates are July and November. Speculation suggests Joshua's July bout could be against Deontay Wilder, with Hearn expressing interest in having Joshua face Wilder and then Fury in consecutive fights. Wilder's camp, however, claims that no discussions have taken place yet.