Top Rank’s Bob Arum has hinted at the possibility of a colossal clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, potentially held at the iconic Wembley Stadium. As Fury prepares to face Oleksandr Usyk in their highly anticipated undisputed heavyweight championship bout on May 18, speculation about a showdown with Joshua continues to swirl.
Arum sees a path where Fury could face Joshua after his encounter with Usyk, especially if Fury emerges victorious and Usyk is willing to step aside for the big-money bout. With the backing of the Saudi sovereign fund’s entertainment division, there’s significant financial influence at play, potentially making it enticing for Usyk to make way for a Fury-Joshua showdown this year.
While Fury is set to fight Usyk in Riyadh for the second time in as many bouts, Arum believes that a Fury-Joshua spectacle doesn’t necessarily have to take place in Saudi Arabia. He suggests that staging the fight at Wembley Stadium, with its capacity for 95,000 fans, could be a grand statement, possibly enhancing Saudi Arabia’s image as promoters.
However, Arum emphasizes the current focus on the impending Fury-Usyk clash, recognizing it as a fiercely competitive bout with all four major titles on the line. He cautions against overlooking the challenge Usyk presents to Fury, noting the need for Fury to be in top form come May 18.
In the realm of heavyweight boxing, the potential clash between Fury and Joshua looms large, promising to captivate fans worldwide and solidify the legacy of the victor.
