Barry Hearn, the father of Eddie Hearn and the founder of Matchroom promotional group, has emphasized the urgent need for a massive all-British heavyweight showdown between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. He believes that the responsibility falls on Matchroom to make this fight happen, regardless of the outcome of the upcoming rematch between Fury and Oleksandr Usyk on December 21st.
Fury and Joshua have been on a collision course for years, with fans clamoring for the two heavyweight champions to face off in the ring. Hearn acknowledges this demand and insists that the fight must take place next year, as it is the most significant event that can be delivered to the boxing world.
Hearn expresses his belief that a potential matchup between Usyk and Fury could favor Usyk in a rematch, making it easier to arrange a unification fight between Joshua and Fury if Joshua defeats Daniel Dubois. However, he also acknowledges that the outcomes of these fights are uncertain, with the possibility of upsets and unexpected results looming over the heavyweight division.
While there is immense anticipation for a Fury vs. Joshua showdown, there are also questions about whether Matchroom will be able to deliver on this highly anticipated bout. The uncertainty surrounding Fury and Joshua’s matchups against Usyk and Dubois adds to the complexity of making this fight a reality.
If the stars align and both Fury and Joshua emerge victorious in their respective matches, the stage will be set for one of the biggest heavyweight fights in British boxing history. Hearn describes it as the fight that the world has been waiting for, with a level of anticipation that surpasses the capacity of any venue to accommodate the demand from eager fans.
The long-awaited battle between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua holds the promise of delivering an epic showdown that could go down in history as one of the greatest fights in boxing. Matchroom has a significant responsibility to make this fight happen and bring together two of the biggest names in the sport for a clash that fans are eager to witness.