Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury’s highly anticipated heavyweight showdown will go ahead, according to Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn, despite recent doubts raised by Fury.
Hearn said the fight is effectively locked in after both boxers signed contracts, insisting neither fighter can simply withdraw from the agreement.
Fury had suggested earlier in the week that the long-awaited British heavyweight clash “doesn’t look like it is going to happen”, fuelling fresh uncertainty over the bout.
However, speaking to DAZN, Hearn dismissed the concerns and said negotiations were now focused on finalising the date and venue.
“We’ve signed the contract, we’re waiting for a date. You saw Tyson Fury shouting and screaming … There’s nothing to shout and scream about, the fight’s done,” Hearn said.
