Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will finally step into the ring together in 2026. Their highly-anticipated bout is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, marking a significant event within the Riyadh Season festivities. Although it’s been a long wait for fans, both fighters have been strategically preparing for this monumental clash.
Riyadh isn’t new territory for either fighter. Anthony Joshua fought there, along with his appearances at the iconic Wembley Stadium. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury has already showcased his prowess at Kingdom Arena in past bouts. Before this anticipated showdown, they each have tasks to complete. Joshua plans to face Jake Paul on December 19 in what many consider a lighter tune-up fight. Some insiders predict it could become quite an event if Joshua decides to unleash his full potential against Paul.
Tyson Fury had earlier intentions of facing Oleksandr Usyk but focused on preventing delays by agreeing to fight Joshua instead. Insiders indicated that both fighters must sharpen their skills with these tune-ups before engaging in their ultimate encounter next year.
"A potential bloodbath might unfold if AJ goes full-blast during his December match," noted observers.
As the Ring Magazine confirms, boxing enthusiasts eagerly await Fury and Joshua's face-off in 2026 after building anticipation over time. Both boxers need careful preparation to ensure they are at their best when they finally meet in the Saudi Arabian capital late next year.
