Date,Venue, & Time: Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight Scheduled for October
Anthony Joshua: Former world champion George Groves has hinted that the long-awaited showdown between British heavyweights Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury could finally take place in October, with a potential rematch lined up for 2026.
Joshua, 35, has not fought since suffering a devastating fifth-round knockout loss to IBF champion Daniel Dubois in September 2024, dashing his hopes of becoming a three-time heavyweight world champion.
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The former unified titlist recently underwent elbow surgery and is currently in recovery, with his team targeting a comeback bout later this year.
Fury, 36, announced his retirement in January 2025 following back-to-back points defeats to Oleksandr Usyk, who remains the undisputed heavyweight champion.
Although Fury has not officially confirmed a return, he has continued to post training footage on social media, fuelling speculation of a comeback.
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Groves, speaking to Sky Sports, believes the financial lure of a blockbuster “Battle of Britain” clash could tempt both men back into the ring before the year ends.
“There must be a number that makes it worthwhile for both guys,” Groves said.
“Maybe they’re just waiting for that number. You don’t need to announce that fight now if it’s not happening till October. That fight will be nailed on. Joshua’s had surgery, Fury’s out running — I’m pretty sure they’ll box in September or October, then rematch next year.”
While Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has hinted at a possible warm-up fight before locking in a two-bout deal with Fury for 2026, Groves sees little point in delaying the marquee clash.
