Fury vs Joshua in limbo over venue

What's happened

Fury and Joshua have signed contracts to fight in November but a venue remains unsettled. Netflix-backed talks push for a U.S. venue, while Joshua and Hearn prefer the UK; discussions with Sela continue amid location and tax concerns.

What's behind the headline?

The shifting venue debate

• Netflix’s preference for a U.S. audience is driving the most visible friction.
• Joshua’s camp is pressing for UK hosting to protect contractual terms and revenue.
• Saudi-backed Sela is pushing to commercialize the event with international logistics in mind.

What this means for fans

• November date remains fluid as negotiations continue, with no final confirmation.
• A move to New York would shift time zones and could affect live audiences and viewing windows in the UK.

Outlook

• A compromise is unlikely to be quick; expect ongoing public statements from Fury, Joshua, and Hearn as the stalemate persists.

How we got here

The fight is the long-anticipated cross-channel heavyweight bout between British rivals. Contracts exist for a UK staging, but Saudi-backed Sela seeks a U.S. venue, with Madison Square Garden as the likely target. Tax differences complicate compensation and terms.

Our analysis

The Independent: details on contract terms and Sela addenda; BBC Business: Netflix’s US-location preference and Hearn’s position; Independent UK: Fury’s social media post and ongoing negotiation dynamics.

Go deeper

• Will the fight stay in the UK or move to the US?
• When will an official venue announcement be made?
• How will tax concerns affect fighter earnings if hosted in America?

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