In the world of professional boxing, an event that fans have been waiting for for over five years has finally happened. British superheavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have officially confirmed the signing of contracts for the long-awaited bout. According to the latest data, the fight is scheduled for November 20, 2026. However, the location of the show has come as a real surprise to the public: instead of the expected London, the battle of titans will take place in New York at the legendary Madison Square Garden arena.
Financial expediency versus patriotism
The decision to move the fight from the UK to the US was made by Turki Al-Sheikh, head of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia. Despite both boxers insisting for months that the show be held in their homeland, the organizers bet on the American market. Experts call this decision purely pragmatic: the financial conditions in the US, especially within the framework of a major show at MSG, allow for unprecedented fees for athletes and organizers, which is a decisive factor in the modern boxing market.
Why Wembley did not host the fight of the century
Contrary to expectations, holding the fight at London's Wembley Stadium proved impossible. The key reason was strict local curfew restrictions on mass events introduced in the British capital. According to new rules, holding major shows in the evening prime time after 23:00 is prohibited due to noise and logistical difficulties. For a boxing evening, which traditionally ends late at night, this became an insurmountable obstacle, forcing promoters to look for an alternative in North America.
Final touches and official presentation
At the moment, contracts from both sides have already been signed. Promoters only need to agree on the technical details of the boxing evening, including the exact time of the ring announcers' entrance and flight logistics. The official presentation and ceremonial announcement of the fight will take place early next week. The event will be held at one of the famous landmarks in the UK, which will be a symbolic gesture before sending the stars to New York.
Contradictory data
While the main source reports on the signing of contracts and the move to New York, there are nuances in the media field. Earlier, Tyson Fury's promoter, in an interview with UA-Football, noted that the fight would take place in November, but did not specify the city, remaining within the framework of uncertainty. At the same time, some analysts express skepticism about the speed of preparation: moving from Wembley to MSG in a short time requires colossal logistical work. Nevertheless, the 'signed' status is the dominant version, which is confirmed by both camps.
