Overview
- Fury confirmed his return on Instagram, writing, “2026 is that year. Return of the mac,” after retiring in January 2025.
- He has shared training footage from Pattaya, Thailand, including sessions with WBC bridgerweight champion Kevin Lerena.
- Media report a possible early‑2026 tune‑up with Saudi backer Turki Alalshikh exploring a summer showdown with Anthony Joshua.
- Plans for Fury–Joshua face uncertainty after Joshua was injured in a Nigeria car crash that killed two close team members.
- No opponent, date or contract has been announced, with alternatives discussed such as an Oleksandr Usyk trilogy or WBO champion Fabio Wardley; Fury’s record stands at 34‑2‑1 with both losses to Usyk.