Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has confirmed he will return to the ring in 2026, reigniting speculation about a long‑awaited clash with Anthony Joshua. Return of the mac,” Fury wrote. Joshua, 36, returned to action in December 2025 after a 15‑month layoff, stopping Jake Paul in the sixth round of their Miami bout. If Joshua is unavailable, Fury may instead pursue a trilogy fight with Usyk, who holds the WBC, WBA and IBF titles, or a contest with WBO champion Fabio Wardley. Victory in either bout would see Fury join Muhammad Ali in becoming a three‑time world heavyweight champion.

Source: The Guardian January 04, 2026 20:44 UTC