The highly anticipated heavyweight boxing clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, officially signed for the fourth quarter of 2026, continues to be a focal point in the boxing world, with new details emerging regarding both fighters' immediate plans. Promoter Frank Warren confirmed on Thursday, April 30, 2026, that Tyson Fury is keen to engage in another fight before his monumental showdown with Anthony Joshua.

This development follows Fury's recent return from his latest retirement, marked by a victory against Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11. With a record of 35-2-1 (24 KOs), Fury evidently does not wish to remain inactive while awaiting the Joshua bout. Warren articulated this sentiment, stating, "I think he [Fury] will probably want to be doing something in between, let's see." He further elaborated, "AJ has got his fight. Tyson I'm quite sure will have a fight in between; that's what he's asking for, and we'll see where we go from there." Interestingly, after his win over Makhmudov, Fury had publicly urged Joshua not to jeopardize their signed fight by taking another opponent, despite Joshua himself being ringside at the time.

Meanwhile, Anthony Joshua (29-4, 26 KOs) is also gearing up for his return to the ring, with a bout scheduled for July 25 against Kristian Prenga in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Joshua's upcoming fight holds particular significance as it marks his comeback following his involvement in a devastating car crash in December that tragically claimed the lives of two of his friends. His promoter, Eddie Hearn, has made it clear that Joshua's team prefers a tune-up fight before he faces Fury, indicating a cautious approach given the circumstances and the immense importance of the future clash.

The all-British heavyweight encounter between Fury and Joshua has been a decade in the making, building immense anticipation among fans worldwide. Although the specific date and venue for the fourth-quarter 2026 bout have yet to be confirmed, it is widely anticipated to take place in the United Kingdom, setting the stage for a historic event in the sport.