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Joshua backs Hearn against White as Fury mocks Cardiff venue claims
boxing8 days ago

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.

Fury and Joshua Trade Jokes, Not Blows, at London Launch
sports8 days ago

Fury and Joshua Trade Jokes, Not Blows, at London Launch

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua held their first joint press conference in London on September 30, confirming their heavyweight bout for December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. Despite a decade of public feuding, the atmosphere was notably calm, with the fighters exchanging pleasantries and jokes. The event resolved months of promotional disputes, though Dana White did not attend. The fight is set for the vacant WBA super heavyweight title, with a potential start time of 02:00 GMT to suit US audiences.

Fury and Joshua Confirm December 11 Cardiff Bout After Calm London Face-Off
boxing9 days ago

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 to clash in Cardiff on Dec. 11 after decade-long standoff
sports14 days ago

Fury and Joshua to clash in Cardiff on Dec. 11 after decade-long standoff

Former heavyweight champions Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will finally meet on December 11 at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. The bout, which has been negotiated for over a decade, will stream exclusively on Netflix. The location was chosen to satisfy contractual UK requirements while accommodating US broadcast times, replacing earlier plans for New York or London venues.

Fury vs. Joshua confirmed for December 11 in Cardiff after decade-long saga
sports15 days ago

Fury vs. Joshua confirmed for December 11 in Cardiff after decade-long saga

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua will finally fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium, ending a 15-year negotiation saga. The all-British heavyweight bout will be broadcast globally on Netflix, with the main event scheduled for the early hours of Saturday to accommodate US audiences. The fight is for the WBA 'super' heavyweight title, which was vacated by Oleksandr Usyk. A press conference is set for September 30 in London.

Cardiff sisters learn they are identical twins following leukemia diagnosis
health7 months ago

Cardiff sisters learn they are identical twins following leukemia diagnosis

Two Cardiff sisters, Caitlin and Grace Leggett, who believed they were fraternal twins, discover they are identical after Caitlin is diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia; Grace’s initial stem cell donation would not work due to near-identical DNA, prompting a search for another donor and Caitlin's journey through chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and a successful transplant from an anonymous donor, with both urging people to sign up as stem cell donors.

Euro 2028: Key Dates, Venues, and Hosts Announced
sports11 months ago

Euro 2028: Key Dates, Venues, and Hosts Announced

Euro 2028 will be hosted across the UK and Ireland, with Cardiff hosting the opening match and Wembley hosting semi-finals and the final. Nine venues across four nations will stage the tournament, which features 24 teams, with host nations required to qualify for the first time. The event aims to boost regional economies and inspire fans, with a qualification draw scheduled for December 2026.