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Hearn Calls Joshua–Fury Inevitable as Fury Targets Usyk Trilogy

Joshua is being lined up for a February return that could precede a summer blockbuster.

Overview

  • Eddie Hearn insists the all-British showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury is the most in-demand fight and questions further rematches with Oleksandr Usyk.
  • Fury has signaled plans to end his retirement next year but is reported to prefer a third bout with Usyk despite losing their first two meetings.
  • Hearn argues a Fury–Usyk trilogy makes little sporting sense with Fury 0–2 in the series and says fan interest centers on Joshua versus Fury.
  • Matchroom’s plan has Joshua fighting in February, with Hearn leaving open a low-key tune-up before the end of this year to build momentum.
  • Hearn says Matchroom offered Deontay Wilder “mad money” for a Joshua fight that still fell through, citing managerial obstacles.