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Fury vs. Joshua Boxing Match Faces Potential Cancellation Over Involvement Dispute

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Reports from Mike Coppinger and Chris Mannix indicate that the scheduled fight at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, is at risk. The conflict centers on a contractual clause involving Anthony Joshua and promoter Eddie Hearn, who reportedly insist that Dana White not be involved in the event. Conversely, fight backer Turki Alalshikh reportedly desires White's participation, as Alalshikh is a co-founder of Zuffa Boxing.

Tyson Fury addressed the situation on social media, accusing Joshua and Hearn of attempting to withdraw from the match. As of now, the fight remains officially on the calendar for December, though reports suggest that Alalshikh is exploring potential alternative matchups, including a bout between Terence Crawford and Ryan Garcia, should the Fury-Joshua fight fall through.

AI-assisted brief by the Octagon Edge News Desk, based on reporting from MMA Fighting.

Reporting source: MMA Fighting(opens a new tab)

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