By Flinster Austin
Published on 2024-02-15 03:23:48
Tyson Fury’s recent injury has thrown a wrench into the upcoming undisputed fight, however, Anthony Joshua has announced his readiness to step in. According to a report by boxing-social.com, Fury sustained a cut in a sparring session, forcing the postponement of the highly anticipated match that was initially scheduled for February 17. Now, with a new date set for May 18, fans are eagerly awaiting the showdown of the heavyweight divisions that has been talked about for a quarter of a century.
The unfortunate injury has prompted Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority to announce a $10 million forfeit for any boxer who withdraws from the upcoming event. Additionally, it has been revealed that if Fury is unable to participate, Usyk will have the opportunity to choose his opponent. As it stands, Joshua is positioned as the leading candidate for this potential match-up, despite his own scheduled bout with Francis Ngannou on March 8. Although he has been cautioned not to underestimate Ngannou, Joshua’s promoter, Eddie Hearn, has expressed confidence in his ability to take on Usyk or Fury following the March fight.
Hearn also highlighted the significance of Joshua’s active schedule, with the boxer set to compete in four matches within an 11-month period. This consistent competition has been beneficial for Joshua’s career and has provided him with the opportunity to stay sharp and continue improving. Despite having suffered defeats at the hands of Usyk in the past, Hearn believes that Joshua will be prepared for any upcoming challenges.
The prospect of Joshua stepping in for Fury in the event that he is unable to compete not only serves as a backup plan but is also an enticing scenario for fans. With the May 18 fight rapidly approaching, the possibility of Joshua facing off against Usyk in Fury’s absence has generated significant interest and excitement.
Now, as the countdown resumes for the highly anticipated undisputed fight, speculation and anticipation are building. Joshua’s potential involvement as a replacement for Fury, along with his upcoming bout with Ngannou, has added a layer of excitement to the already highly anticipated event. As fans eagerly await the resolution of Fury’s injury and the resumption of the heavyweight fight, the boxing world continues to buzz with anticipation and speculation.
