The long running saga that has failed to provide a date or venue for the eagerly-anticipated Anthony Joshua vs. Tyson Fury heavyweight clash could have clarity once this weekend is out the way. Reports in recent days have been contrasting from both camps with Bob Arum, Fury’s American promoter, claiming that the fight is “dead in the water.”
Frank Warren, the man who holds promotional responsibilities for Fury in Britain, has revealed that those involved in finalising the fight “are set for a busy weekend.” Speaking in his Daily Star column, Warren revealed that everyone from Fury’s side is eager for the fight to take place.
"The most important topic in the boxing world right now is, quite rightly, Tyson Fury’s attempt to unify the heavyweight division by beating Anthony Joshua,” said Warren. “There has been back and forth between Bob Arum and Eddie Hearn in the press this week but let me tell you how it is.
"We remain hopeful that something substantial comes to fruition, and all parties are set for a busy weekend trying to sort this whole thing out. The worst-case scenario is we have to explore other options, but I hope that’s not the case.
“Fighters cannot just wait around forever, and It’s very near judgment day for this particular fight. So, as we all work for a deal to be signed, sealed and delivered, let’s clear up some of the inaccuracies which have been going round online.”
Warren continued, "Firstly, of course we want this fight to happen, why wouldn't we? It's the biggest event in sport at the moment. Secondly, Fury has been clear he believes he will beat Joshua easily so he is ready to take it, there's no issue there. It's the money fight, too.
“So why would anyone involved not want it to happen? What has been frustrating, for lots of reasons, is the manner in which the potential deal has been thrashed out in front of the media."