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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
George Sessions and David Charlesworth

Eddie Hearn says plans are in place for Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury bout in 2026

Hopes are still alive over a Tyson Fury (left) and Anthony Joshua fight - (Getty Images)

Eddie Hearn has revealed Saudi kingpin Turki Alalshikh has promised to make the eagerly-anticipated bout between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury happen in 2026.

Reports in the United States on Wednesday night suggested Joshua could fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul next month, after Matchroom promoter Hearn confirmed the former world heavyweight champion would need a warm-up fight following a 14-month hiatus.

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