Anthony Joshua is in possession of the contract for a highly anticipated showdown with Tyson Fury, but may first engage in a warm-up fight in July before facing his British rival in November. Fury has already signed on for the long-awaited all-British mega fight and recently issued a fresh challenge to Joshua following his points victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Joshua has not committed to the Fury fight, amidst speculation that he may take a warm-up bout in July, after being involved in a serious car accident in Nigeria that resulted in the tragic deaths of his friends. Promoter Eddie Hearn stated that they received the contract and are reviewing it, ensuring Joshua is ready to return to the ring after a series of life events.
Hearn expects to see Joshua back in the ring in July, with possible opponents including Deontay Wilder, before a potential match against Fury in November. Wilder's camp has not yet engaged in discussions, with his co-manager expressing a desire to speak with Hearn to understand his thoughts on the matter.