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Tyson Fury to Fight Nov. 20, 2026 Despite Joshua

8/26/2026

Summary

Fury Secures Fight

Tyson Fury will fight on November 20, 2026, even without Anthony Joshua.
Shane Fury confirmed a backup opponent, but the replacement’s identity has not been officially named and remains unconfirmed.
Eddie Hearn says the contract mandates a UK venue, contrary to organizers’ push for Madison Square Garden.
Fury began his training camp in Miami with his trainer, nutritionist and strength coach.
Fury stopped Mariusz Wach while Joshua KO’d Kristian Prenga in recent warm-up bouts.

Summary

Joshua Avoids Tax

Anthony Joshua would lose roughly $50 million in U.S. federal, state and city taxes if the fight moves to New York.
Matchroom sent a contract addendum to Saudi organiser Sela addressing the tax disparity and is awaiting a response.
Eddie Hearn says the UK venue protects Joshua’s earnings, citing the contract’s original location clause.

History

Historical Context

After the 1971 Ali-Frazier bout at Madison Square Garden generated a $5 million fighter fee and highlighted New York’s tax impact, promoters began seeking tax-friendly venues. The UK Boxing Board later required British champions to fight at home, a rule echoed today as promoters negotiate venue clauses to protect earnings in high-tax jurisdictions.

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Fury Secures Fight

Tyson Fury will fight on November 20, 2026, even without Anthony Joshua.
Shane Fury confirmed a backup opponent, but the replacement’s identity has not been officially named and remains unconfirmed.
Eddie Hearn says the contract mandates a UK venue, contrary to organizers’ push for Madison Square Garden.
Fury began his training camp in Miami with his trainer, nutritionist and strength coach.
Fury stopped Mariusz Wach while Joshua KO’d Kristian Prenga in recent warm-up bouts.

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