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Hearn Concedes Zuffa Can Produce Fury-Joshua, But Slams White's 'Abysmal' Boxing Record
Eddie Hearn has stated he is willing to allow Dana White’s TKO to produce the December 11 Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua bout, provided it is negotiated rather than unilaterally imposed. Hearn criticized White’s public claims of involvement as a contractual breach and dismissed Zuffa Boxing’s performance over the last 10 months as 'abysmal.'
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Joshua vows to cancel $100M Fury bout to spite Dana White
Anthony Joshua has pledged to withdraw from his December 11 fight against Tyson Fury if promoter Eddie Hearn cancels the bout, a decision driven by Joshua's desire to spite UFC CEO Dana White. Joshua, who is expected to earn $100 million for the Netflix event, stated that his loyalty lies with Hearn and that he is willing to forfeit the massive payout to ensure the fight remains in the UK. This stance follows a dispute where White attempted to secure a promotional role and a US venue, which Hearn rejected. The fight is currently scheduled for Cardiff, Wales, with Joshua emphasizing his commitment to British boxing.
Joshua backs Hearn against White as Fury mocks Cardiff venue claims
Anthony Joshua has pledged full support to promoter Eddie Hearn in his ongoing dispute with UFC CEO Dana White, stating he would withdraw from the December 11 bout if Hearn chose to cancel it. Despite the tension, the heavyweight fight between Joshua and Tyson Fury remains scheduled for the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. At a recent press conference, Fury dismissed Joshua’s claim to the venue, while Joshua emphasized the importance of the fight taking place in the UK for British boxing legacy.
Hearn declares victory over White as Fury-Joshua launch confirms UK venue
Eddie Hearn declared his contractual dispute with Dana White resolved after White failed to appear at the official launch of the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight. Hearn stated that White’s absence confirmed he was not a promoter, calling the situation a 'PR disaster' for the UFC boss. The bout is officially set for December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, with Hearn emphasizing that the fight remains in the UK despite earlier claims by White regarding a US venue.
Fury and Joshua Confirm December 11 Cardiff Bout After Calm London Face-Off
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have officially confirmed their heavyweight bout for December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. The long-delayed fight, which ended a decade of negotiation issues, was solidified during a surprisingly amicable press conference in London on September 30. The event will be streamed globally on Netflix, with the main card scheduled for the early hours of Saturday to accommodate US audiences.
Fury and Joshua hold first face-off in London ahead of December Cardiff bout
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua held their first joint press conference in London on September 30, confirming their heavyweight fight for December 11 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The event marked the end of a months-long promotional dispute, though the atmosphere was notably calm compared to expectations. UFC CEO Dana White, who had been involved in a public feud with promoter Eddie Hearn, did not attend the event. Both fighters are on two-fight winning streaks following recent losses, with Fury having knocked out Mariusz Wach and Joshua defeating Kristian Prenga in July.
Fury and Joshua meet in London as Cardiff fight nears final confirmation
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua arrived in London on September 30 for a press conference to finalize their December 11 bout at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. After months of venue and contract disputes, the fight is set to air on Netflix, though Fury remains publicly skeptical while his manager insists all terms are agreed.
Fisher Survives Grueling 10-Round Battle to Win Zuffa Boxing Debut
British heavyweight Johnny Fisher won his first fight under the Zuffa Boxing banner via majority decision against Belgian Michael Pirotton at London's Copper Box Arena. The 10-round bout was close, with Fisher appearing tired late but landing a final-round shot that secured the victory. Fisher improved to 15-1, while Pirotton fell to 12-3.
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Former UFC interim lightweight champion Tony Ferguson is set to defend his Misfits Boxing middleweight title against Mahmoud Sebie on Saturday, September 26, at the James L. Knight Center in Miami. Ferguson publicly criticized the promotion's influencer-driven culture during a chaotic press conference, while Sebie confidently predicted a stoppage victory despite stepping in on four days' notice. The event, which also features Henry Cejudo's boxing debut, will stream on DAZN.
Hearn Denies Dana White Role in Fury-Joshua Cardiff Bout
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. Eddie Hearn claims Dana White is excluded from promotion, while Frank Warren says White helped secure the deal. The bout, broadcast by Netflix, ends years of stalled negotiations.