Joshua and Fury set for showdown with new gold belt on the line
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are set to face off in a highly anticipated all-British heavyweight clash. The winner will take home a specially commissioned solid gold "Fight of Britain" belt, created by Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh. Both fighters are entering the bout without a recognised world title, making the custom belt the main prize. Heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has voiced his support for Joshua, revealing he is helping him prepare for the fight.
Match highlights
- Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will compete for a 100 per cent gold belt, featuring Union Jacks and precious metal details.
- The fight will only proceed if Joshua wins his warm-up bout against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh.
- Fury recently defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov by unanimous decision at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
- Joshua last fought in Miami, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round.
- Oleksandr Usyk is supporting Joshua and has been helping him with tactics and mental preparation for the upcoming showdown.
