Overview
- The bout is set for Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and will stream live globally on Netflix in Fury’s first fight on the platform.
- Fury, 37, has not boxed since a December 2024 decision defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, marking roughly 15 months out of the ring.
- At the launch press conference, Fury predicted a sixth‑round right‑hand knockout and outlined ambitions to become a three‑time world champion with a potential Usyk trilogy.
- Russia‑born, Canada‑based Makhmudov brings a 21‑2 record with 19 knockouts and a recent points win over Dave Allen for the WBA Inter‑Continental title.
- The first face‑off was cordial, highlighted by Fury playfully tickling Makhmudov before the pair shook hands.