Tyson Fury holds the edge in height and reach, standing 6 ft 9 in with an 85-inch reach against Anthony Joshua’s 6 ft 6 in and 82 inches. Joshua has the stronger knockout record, with 27 stoppages in 30 wins. Fury enters at 36-2-1 with 25 KOs, Joshua at 30-4.
Here is the full Fury vs Joshua tale of the tape, their records against common opponents and what the numbers mean for December 11. For the full fight guide, see Fury vs Joshua.
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Fury vs 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) |
Career Comparison
| Tyson Fury | Anthony Joshua | |
|---|---|---|
| Pro debut | 2008 | 2013 |
| Amateur highlight | ABA heavyweight champion | 2012 Olympic gold medallist |
| World titles held | WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, IBO, WBC, The Ring | WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, IBO |
| Signature win | Wladimir Klitschko (2015) | Wladimir Klitschko (2017) |
| Losses | Oleksandr Usyk (twice, 2024) | Andy Ruiz Jr (2019), Oleksandr Usyk (2021, 2022), Daniel Dubois (2024) |
| Draws | Deontay Wilder (2018) | None |
Fury vs Joshua Common Opponents
Fury and Joshua have shared four opponents. The results show how closely matched their careers have been.
| Opponent | Tyson Fury | Anthony Joshua |
|---|---|---|
| Wladimir Klitschko | Won, unanimous decision (2015) | Won, TKO 11 (2017) |
| Dillian Whyte | Won, TKO 6 (2022) | Won, KO 7 (2015) |
| Francis Ngannou | Won, split decision (2023) | Won, KO 2 (2024) |
| Oleksandr Usyk | Lost twice (2024) | Lost twice (2021, 2022) |
Both men beat Klitschko and Whyte, and both lost twice to Usyk. The clearest difference is Ngannou: Fury was knocked down and won a close split decision, while Joshua stopped him inside two rounds.
What the Numbers Mean
Size and Reach Favour Fury
Three inches of height and reach let Fury control distance with his jab and make Joshua reach to land. His footwork and switch-hitting make that range hard to close.
Power Favours Joshua
Joshua has stopped 90% of the men he has beaten, compared with about 69% for Fury. He has also stopped four of his last five opponents. Fury has been dropped by Deontay Wilder and Francis Ngannou, so Joshua’s right hand is a real threat.
Age and Form
Fury is 38 and Joshua 37. Both warmed up with wins in 2026, but questions remain. Fury returned from a 16-month layoff, while Joshua was knocked down twice in the first round by Kristian Prenga before winning in the second.
Want to know who the experts and bookmakers favour? Read our Fury vs Joshua prediction.
Fury vs Joshua Tale of the Tape FAQ
Who is taller, Fury or Joshua?
Tyson Fury is taller at 6 ft 9 in (206 cm). Anthony Joshua stands 6 ft 6 in (198 cm).
Who has the longer reach?
Fury has an 85-inch (216 cm) reach, three inches longer than Joshua’s 82 inches (208 cm).
What are Fury and Joshua’s records?
Fury is 36-2-1 with 25 knockouts. Joshua is 30-4 with 27 knockouts.
How old are Fury and Joshua?
Fury is 38 and Joshua is 37 going into the December 11, 2026 fight.
The Fury vs Joshua tale of the tape points to a classic contest of size and skill against power. We update these figures if anything changes before fight night.