Dana White’s Claim to Promote Fury–Joshua Draws Eddie Hearn Denial
The dispute highlights Saudi control of the rights, leaving the event's promoter unclear.
Overview
- Dana White said on a Kick livestream in Newark on Friday that his Zuffa Boxing outfit will promote Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.
- Eddie Hearn replied on Instagram that White’s role is “contractually impossible” and called him a clout chaser.
- Reports say Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh holds the commercial rights, with the fight expected to stream on Netflix.
- Hearn says Matchroom will run Anthony Joshua’s July 25 warm-up against Kristian Prenga, with Saudi organizer Sela to stage the later Fury bout.
- Key terms, date, and venue for the main event remain unannounced, with late 2026 reported and rival promoters still vying for control.