Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua prepare for their first press conference in London
- Fury (36-2-1) and Joshua (30-4) are preparing for the fight on December 11 in Cardiff
- The first press conference is scheduled for September 30 at the London British Airways Arc
- The WBA Super title fight will be broadcast on Netflix
- Both sides actively promote the match, despite some controversies
According to information provided by Ring Magazine, American journalist Mike Coppinger has confirmed that preparations for the controversial fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have already entered the final phase. Both boxers are in their training camps and are already heading to London, where their first joint press conference will take place on Wednesday, September 30.
Preparation context
Tyson Fury, who has a record of 36 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with 25 knockouts, and Anthony Joshua, a 30-year-old champion with 30 wins and 27 knockouts, are preparing for a fight scheduled for December 11 in Cardiff. At stake is the WBA Super heavyweight title, which increases interest in the event both in the UK and around the world.
The parties are actively cooperating to promote the fight as much as possible. According to Koppinger, Turkish promoter Al-Ash-Sheikh made significant efforts over the last 48 hours to finalize all terms. However, as promoter Eddie Hearn noted, the specific date for the first press conference has not yet been confirmed, although Netflix, which will stream the fight, announced a planned meeting at the London British Airways Arc.
Previous statements of the boxers
Despite the official nature of the preparations, emotional notes have already appeared in the press. Fury's manager, known as the 'Gypsy King', expressed disagreement with holding the meeting at night, which, according to him, could create inconveniences for Joshua. Fury himself responded by stating that his opponent is avoiding major challenges, emphasizing his readiness for the fight.
On the other hand, Joshua, who has repeatedly proven his technical skills in matches against top opponents, remained calm and did not comment on personal attacks, focusing on preparing for the fight.
The significance of the match for British boxing
The fight between two leading British heavyweight boxers is considered one of the most important in 2024. The match will not only determine who will receive the WBA Super title but may also influence the future distribution of power in the heavyweight division, dominated by American and British athletes. A successful organization of the press conference and subsequent advertising campaign, supported by Netflix, is expected to increase viewer interest and ensure high viewing figures.
Therefore, in the coming days, official statements from both boxers can be expected, as well as more detailed information about the format of the fight, broadcasting conditions, and other organizational issues. All expectations are directed towards the event on December 11 in Cardiff, which will leave a bright mark in the history of British boxing.
Source: Champion.com.ua
