Fury Plots Three-Fight 2026 Return as Team Eyes Makhmudov for Tune-Up

John Fury says he will lead a fast conditioning reset to rebuild Tyson’s fitness.

Overview

Manager Spencer Brown says Fury is targeting up to three bouts this year, starting with a tune-up in the first quarter.
Arslanbek Makhmudov is cited as a leading option for the opener, with promoter Frank Warren open to the matchup.
Dmitriy Salita has offered American contender and USBA champion Brandon Moore for Fury’s return and is pursuing negotiations.
Training in Thailand, Fury acknowledges he is around 20 stone and plans to trim below 19 stone before stepping back in.
A summer showcase with Anthony Joshua or Fabio Wardley is being explored, though Joshua’s status is uncertain following a fatal car crash in Nigeria.