Eddie Hearn fires back at Dana White over Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua debacle: A.J. ‘is not a sellout’
MMA Fighting • • sports
Key Points:
- Eddie Hearn insists the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight will take place in the U.K., rejecting Dana White's claims that Hearn is obstructing the bout and refusing to move negotiations to the U.S. despite financial incentives.
- Hearn states that Joshua prioritizes honoring the original contract and British boxing pride over additional money offered to fight in America, emphasizing Joshua's commitment to holding the fight on home soil.
- Both Fury and Joshua have recently won their respective fights, keeping the anticipated matchup on track for late 2026, though no official date or venue has been confirmed yet.
- Hearn suggests public and fan support in the U.K. has strengthened their resolve to keep the fight domestic, with potential venues including Wembley Stadium or Principality Stadium, and hints an announcement could come soon.
- The dispute largely centers on Dana White and other U.S. promoters pushing for the fight stateside, but Hearn maintains Joshua has the final say and is firmly committed to a U.K. event, which he believes could become the biggest sporting event ever in Britain.
