Tyson Fury has made it clear that it would be a “travesty” if he never got the chance to fight his British heavyweight rival, Anthony Joshua. The two renowned UK fighters have been linked to a highly-anticipated showdown for quite some time, but as they near the twilight of their careers, they have yet to face each other in the ring.
The possibility of the bout happening took a hit when Joshua suffered a significant defeat at the hands of Daniel Dubois at Wembley last month. Dubois dominated the fight, knocking Joshua down four times before securing a victory with a knockout in the fifth round, leaving Fury watching from ringside unimpressed by his rival’s performance.
Fury, who is set to face Oleksandr Usyk in a rematch in Riyadh this December, remains adamant that a fight with Joshua must happen eventually. He expressed, “At the end of the day, it would be a travesty if we didn’t fight,” highlighting the importance of this match-up for both fighters and boxing fans.
Despite his recent setback, Joshua remains positive and determined to continue his boxing journey. In a video shared on social media after the Dubois fight, Joshua reflected on his career so far, thanking his supporters and acknowledging the challenges he faces. He expressed his commitment to making a comeback and continuing to improve as a boxer, emphasising that his journey is far from over.
Both Fury and Joshua have their sights set on a potential clash in the future, underscoring the significance of such a high-profile fight for the sport of boxing. As fans eagerly anticipate a showdown between these two heavyweight giants, the boxing world remains hopeful that Fury and Joshua will eventually step into the ring to settle their long-standing rivalry once and for all.