Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury will finally meet in the ring when the two former heavyweight world champions face each other at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on Friday, December 11, 2026.
The long-awaited all-British heavyweight clash was officially confirmed on September 24 after years of negotiations and uncertainty over whether the two fighters would ever share the ring professionally.
The fight will be streamed globally on Netflix, while organisers are considering a late start time in the United Kingdom to accommodate viewers in the United States. That could push the main event into the early hours of Saturday, December 12, UK time.
Joshua and Fury are also scheduled to appear together at a press conference in London on Wednesday, September 30, marking the beginning of the official promotional build-up.
Joshua and Fury Finally Agree on Cardiff
The choice of venue had been one of the major obstacles during negotiations.
Joshua’s camp had pushed for the fight to take place in the United Kingdom, while several other locations had been considered, including New York. Cardiff ultimately emerged as the chosen destination, with the Principality Stadium providing a covered venue suitable for a major December event.
The stadium has previously hosted major boxing events, including Joshua’s 2018 heavyweight victory over Joseph Parker.
Turki Alalshikh, who has played a central role in bringing the fight together, announced that the contest would return to the UK.
“For 15 years no one has been able to make this fight,” Alalshikh said while confirming the UK venue.
A Fight More Than a Decade in the Making
Joshua and Fury have been among the defining British heavyweights of their generation, but their careers never previously brought them together in an official professional fight.
Both have held heavyweight world titles and built major international profiles, but the proposed matchup repeatedly failed to materialise.
Their careers have also taken different turns since their respective championship periods.
Fury returned from retirement this year and has recorded victories over Arslanbek Makhmudov and Mariusz Wach. Joshua, meanwhile, has continued his own comeback following his defeat by Oleksandr Usyk in 2024, beating Jake Paul and Kristian Prenga in his subsequent bouts.
The December contest will therefore bring together two fighters who have already experienced major championship successes and setbacks.
Why the Fight Is Happening in Cardiff
Cardiff offers several practical advantages for the event.
The Principality Stadium has a retractable roof, which is particularly relevant for a major outdoor-area venue in December. Its location in the centre of Cardiff also makes it accessible to fans travelling from across the UK.
The stadium can accommodate a large boxing audience and has a history of staging major sporting events. Cardiff officials have also highlighted the potential economic impact of the contest on the city.
The late start being considered is primarily connected to the international television audience. Organisers want the fight to reach viewers in North America during a more suitable viewing window.
Netflix to Broadcast Joshua vs Fury Worldwide
Netflix has confirmed that the fight will be streamed globally on the platform.
The December 11 event will be available to Netflix members without an additional pay-per-view charge, according to the streaming service’s official announcement.
The decision gives the fight a potential audience far beyond the traditional boxing pay-per-view market.
The full undercard has not yet been announced, with organisers saying more information will be revealed later.
Turki Alalshikh and Dana White Involved in Promotion
The event is being promoted through a collaboration involving Turki Alalshikh’s The Ring and Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing.
Alalshikh described Joshua and Fury as two of the leading heavyweights of their generation and said he was pleased to finally make the matchup happen.
White also highlighted the combined records and championship history of the two fighters as part of the promotion surrounding the event.
Joshua and Fury Will Face the Media on September 30
The first major public meeting between the fighters is scheduled for September 30 in London.
That press conference is expected to provide the first major promotional opportunity for Joshua and Fury to address the fight directly and begin the final build-up toward December.
The exact main-event ring-walk time has not yet been officially confirmed.
What Happens Next?
The immediate focus will shift to the September 30 press conference and the announcement of the full fight card.
Organisers will also need to finalise the event’s exact start time and remaining arrangements for the Principality Stadium.
For fans, the central question that has surrounded British heavyweight boxing for years has finally been answered: Joshua and Fury will meet in the ring on December 11 in Cardiff.
The next stage is the preparation for a fight that has spent years moving between negotiations, postponements and possible venues before finally reaching an official date and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will Anthony Joshua fight Tyson Fury?
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are scheduled to fight on Friday, December 11, 2026. The bout will take place at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales.
Where will Joshua vs Fury take place?
The fight will take place at Principality Stadium in Cardiff. The venue has previously hosted major boxing events, including Anthony Joshua’s 2018 fight against Joseph Parker.
Will Joshua vs Fury be shown on Netflix?
Yes. Netflix has confirmed that the fight will stream live globally on the platform, with no additional charge beyond a Netflix membership.
Have Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fought before?
No. They have never faced each other in a professional boxing match. Their December meeting will be their first professional fight against each other.
When is the Joshua vs Fury press conference?
Joshua and Fury are scheduled to appear together at a press conference in London on Wednesday, September 30, ahead of their December fight.
