Fury vs Joshua takes place on Friday, December 11, 2026 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. Tyson Fury (36-2-1, 25 KOs) faces Anthony Joshua (30-4, 27 KOs) for the vacant WBA “Super” heavyweight title, live on Netflix worldwide. The main event ring walk is expected around 8 PM ET, which is 1 AM UK time on Saturday, December 12.
This guide covers every confirmed detail of Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua. We check official sources daily and update the page as news breaks.
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Fury vs Joshua Key Facts
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Fight | Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua |
| Date | Friday, December 11, 2026 |
| Main event | 8:00 PM EST / 1:00 AM GMT (Sat) |
| Venue | Principality Stadium, Cardiff |
| Broadcast | Netflix (worldwide, no extra cost) |
| Title | Vacant WBA “Super” heavyweight title |
| Rounds | 12 |
| Promoters | The Ring (Turki Alalshikh) and Zuffa Boxing |
| Tickets | Sold out (October 9, 2026). Use official resale only. |
| Tyson Fury record | 36-2-1, 25 KOs |
| Anthony Joshua record | 30-4, 27 KOs |
Between them, Fury and Joshua have 66 wins and 52 knockouts. Neither holds a world title right now, so the winner walks out of Cardiff as champion again.
Fury vs Joshua Start Time
The main event ring walk is planned for about 1 AM UK time, which is 8 PM ET and 5 PM PT on Friday night. The late start still needs Cardiff Council approval, and the fight contract sets 2 AM UK as the latest possible ring walk. The undercard begins on Friday evening.
| Region | Main event ring walk |
|---|---|
| US Eastern (ET) | Fri, Dec 11, 8:00 PM EST |
| US Pacific (PT) | Fri, Dec 11, 5:00 PM PST |
| UK | Sat, Dec 12, 1:00 AM GMT |
| Central Europe | Sat, Dec 12, 2:00 AM CET |
| India (IST) | Sat, Dec 12, 6:30 AM IST |
| Australia (AEDT) | Sat, Dec 12, 12:00 PM AEDT |
| Your local time |
Estimated. Subject to licensing approval; latest allowed ring walk is 2 AM UK.
The full fight-night schedule and licence update are in our Fury vs Joshua start time guide.
How to Watch Fury vs Joshua
Netflix is the only place to watch the fight live, in every country where it operates. It is not pay-per-view. Every Netflix plan includes it, including the plan with adverts, and the stream covers the full card.
You can watch on a smart TV, streaming stick, games console, phone, tablet or web browser. There is no legal free stream. Unofficial streams lag, cut out and carry malware risks.
Devices, plans and stream tips are in our guide on how to watch Fury vs Joshua.
Fury vs Joshua Undercard
No undercard bout is official yet. Two heavyweight fights have been reported, and Manny Pacquiao has been ruled out.
| Bout | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua | Confirmed | Main event |
| Deontay Wilder vs Jai Opetaia | Reported | Deal agreed, not signed |
| Joseph Parker vs Frazer Clarke | Reported | Clarke says he agreed, not announced |
- Deontay Wilder vs Jai Opetaia: Dan Rafael reported on October 30 that a deal is agreed but not signed. It would be unbeaten Opetaia’s heavyweight debut.
- Joseph Parker vs Frazer Clarke: Clarke says he has accepted the fight. Organisers have not confirmed it.
- Manny Pacquiao: no longer on the card. Eddie Hearn said on November 2 that Pacquiao will not fight in Cardiff, ending talk of a bout with Joe Cordina.
Track every change on our Fury vs Joshua undercard page.
Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua Tale of the Tape
| Tyson Fury | Anthony Joshua | |
|---|---|---|
| Nickname | The Gypsy King | AJ |
| Age | 38 | 37 |
| Record | 36-2-1 | 30-4 |
| Knockouts | 25 | 27 |
| Height | 6 ft 9 in (206 cm) | 6 ft 6 in (198 cm) |
| Reach | 85 in (216 cm) | 82 in (208 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Last fight | W RTD 7 vs Mariusz Wach (July 2026) | W TKO 2 vs Kristian Prenga (July 2026) |
Fury has the height, reach and ring experience. Joshua has the power: 27 of his 30 wins came by knockout. That sets up a simple test. A long, tactical fight suits Fury’s jab and clinch. An early war suits Joshua’s right hand.
Both won twice on the way here. Fury outpointed Arslanbek Makhmudov in April and stopped Mariusz Wach in July. Joshua knocked out Jake Paul in December 2025, then got up from two first-round knockdowns to stop Kristian Prenga in July. Those knockdowns matter: Fury is far more skilled than Prenga at landing the counter that drops a man.
See the full Fury vs Joshua tale of the tape and the profiles of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.
What Title Is on the Line in Fury vs Joshua?
The vacant WBA “Super” heavyweight title is on the line. Fury’s promoter Frank Warren has confirmed the WBA sanctioned the bout. The winner becomes a three-time heavyweight world champion.
The decision is disputed. Murat Gassiev holds the WBA “regular” title after knocking out Kubrat Pulev in December 2025 and beating Peter Kadiru in July. When Oleksandr Usyk vacated his belts in June, many expected Gassiev to become the full champion. His team has formally objected, and Gassiev wants a mandatory shot at the Fury vs Joshua winner.
Fury vs Joshua Prediction and Odds
Fury is the bookmakers’ favourite at around 1.50 (8/15), with Joshua around 2.55 (6/4). That gives Fury roughly a 64% chance. The market rates a stoppage as more likely than a decision, which tells you how much respect both men’s power still carries at 37 and 38.
| Fury’s edge | Joshua’s edge |
|---|---|
| Three inches taller with a longer reach | 27 knockouts in 30 wins |
| Footwork, feints and stance switches | Four stoppages in his last five fights |
| Only losses came on points to Usyk | Fury has been dropped by Wilder and Ngannou |
| More experience over 12 rounds | Stopped Ngannou in two rounds; Fury needed a split decision |
Read the odds breakdown and our pick in the Fury vs Joshua prediction.
Tickets and Venue
Tickets: about 80,000 tickets sold out in under an hour on October 9, priced from £88.50 to £13,128 including fees. If you still need a seat, use only Ticketmaster and its official resale service. See our Fury vs Joshua tickets guide.
Venue: Principality Stadium seats 73,931 for sport and about 80,000 for boxing, with the roof closed for December. It is a short walk from Cardiff Central station. Joshua is 2-0 there, with wins over Carlos Takam and Joseph Parker. Read the Principality Stadium venue guide.
The Road to Fury vs Joshua
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| 2010 | Fury and Joshua spar as young heavyweights |
| 2021 | A planned fight in Saudi Arabia collapses after an arbitration ruling sends Fury back to Deontay Wilder |
| 2022 | Joshua accepts Fury’s terms for a December fight, but no contract is signed |
| 2024 | Fury loses twice to Oleksandr Usyk. Joshua is knocked out by Daniel Dubois |
| April 2026 | Fury beats Makhmudov and calls out Joshua, who is ringside |
| August and September 2026 | Talks stall over the venue, with New York and the UK both considered |
| September 24, 2026 | Turki Alalshikh announces the fight for Cardiff on December 11 |
| September 30, 2026 | First face-off at the London press conference |
| October 9, 2026 | All tickets sell out in under an hour |
| November 27, 2026 | Netflix releases the documentary Tyson Fury |
Read the full Fury vs Joshua history, including why the 2021 and 2022 deals fell apart.
Fury vs Joshua FAQ
When and where is Fury vs Joshua?
The fight is on Friday, December 11, 2026 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. Because of the late start, the main event falls in the early hours of Saturday, December 12 for UK viewers.
What time is the Fury vs Joshua ring walk?
The ring walk is expected around 8 PM ET, 5 PM PT and 1 AM UK time. It cannot start later than 2 AM UK under the fight contract, and the late finish still needs Cardiff Council approval.
How can I watch Fury vs Joshua?
Stream it live on Netflix. It is included with every Netflix plan, including the plan with adverts, so there is no pay-per-view fee. Netflix is the only official broadcaster worldwide.
Who is on the Fury vs Joshua undercard?
Nothing is official yet. A deal for Deontay Wilder vs Jai Opetaia was reported on October 30 but is unsigned, and Frazer Clarke says he has agreed to fight Joseph Parker. Manny Pacquiao is no longer expected on the card.
What title is on the line in Fury vs Joshua?
The vacant WBA “Super” heavyweight title. The decision is disputed by Murat Gassiev, who holds the WBA “regular” belt and wants to face the winner next.
Who is the favourite to win Fury vs Joshua?
Tyson Fury, at around 1.50, with Joshua around 2.55. Bookmakers see a stoppage as more likely than a points decision, and a Fury knockout as the single most likely result.
Are Fury vs Joshua tickets still available?
The general sale sold out in under an hour on October 9. Returned tickets and official resale listings can still appear on Ticketmaster. Avoid social media sellers and unofficial sites.
Have Fury and Joshua fought before?
Never as professionals. They sparred in 2010, and deals for a fight collapsed in 2021 and 2022. December 11 will be their first official fight.
Fury vs Joshua ends ten years of near misses. On paper, Fury should win if the fight goes long. But Joshua only needs one clean right hand, and that doubt is exactly why 80,000 tickets went in under an hour. We will keep this page updated with every confirmed change to the start time, undercard and fight week.