Fury handles Makhmudov, challenges Joshua to blockbuster fight
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Tyson Fury's return to boxing ended in victory for the former heavyweight champion, who defeated Arslanbek Makhmudov by unanimous decision in front of a packed house Saturday at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
The judges scored the fight 120-108, 120-108, and 119-109 in favor of the Gypsy King, who pushed his professional record to 35-2-1.
Fury's win - his first since back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024 - sets up a potential superfight against Anthony Joshua, whom Fury challenged following the victory.
Tyson Fury to Anthony Joshua: “10 years in the making. Let’s fucking dance.” 🔥 #FuryMakhmudov pic.twitter.com/6AqTsOE3D2
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Joshua, a former heavyweight champion in his own right, defeated Jake Paul by knockout in December 2025. Prior to beating Paul, Joshua was knocked out by Daniel Dubois in September 2024.
A bout between the two British heavyweights has been on boxing fans' radar for several years.
Fury said he would retire again if the Joshua fight doesn't happen.