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Anthony Joshua Targets Comeback, Eyes Fury Fight in 2026

9/4/2025

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Anthony Joshua is set to make a boxing comeback after elbow surgery and a loss to Daniel Dubois in 2024.
Promoter Eddie Hearn plans for Joshua's return in early 2026, targeting a "top 15" opponent first.
A fight with Tyson Fury is a priority, but immediate rematches with top fighters are excluded.
Fans look forward to a potential Joshua-Fury matchup in summer 2026.

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Story summary

Anthony Joshua is set to make a boxing comeback after elbow surgery and a loss to Daniel Dubois in 2024.
Promoter Eddie Hearn plans for Joshua's return in early 2026, targeting a "top 15" opponent first.
A fight with Tyson Fury is a priority, but immediate rematches with top fighters are excluded.
Fans look forward to a potential Joshua-Fury matchup in summer 2026.