David Haye Urges Joshua and Fury to Settle Rivalry in the Ring

According to David Haye, a former two-weight world champion, the time has come for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to put their differences aside and step into the ring. Haye believes this highly anticipated bout is essential for both fighters' legacies, as it would allow them to prove their skills against each other. Haye expressed that both Joshua and Fury need this fight for their own reasons, and it's crucial they make it happen. He stated, "They should be pushing for it and making it a priority, as it's the biggest fight they could possibly have." Both Fury and Joshua have recently suffered losses to Oleksandr Usyk, and talks are underway for them to face each other this year. Joshua is expected to have a warm-up fight first, while Fury has just returned to boxing after a year-long hiatus. Haye acknowledges that both fighters may be past their prime but argues that the fight's commercial appeal is still significant. He draws a comparison to the fight between Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, which also took place when the fighters were not in their prime but still generated substantial interest and revenue. Fury's recent 12 rounds with Arslanbek Makhmudov could serve as ideal preparation for his potential bout against Joshua. Haye notes that Makhmudov's size, strength, and fighting style are similar to Joshua's, making him a suitable opponent for Fury to fine-tune his skills before the big fight.