Overview
- A U.K. return in April is being targeted as a tune-up, with no date, venue or opponent set and names such as Arslanbek Makhmudov under consideration.
- Fury identified WBO titleholder Fabio Wardley as a strong option for later in 2026 as he pursues a third heavyweight title reign.
- Former sparring partner Agron Smakici publicly volunteered to face him next, recalling the cut in their 2024 session that postponed Fury–Usyk I.
- Fury acknowledged fan interest in Anthony Joshua but declined to call him out, citing Joshua’s mourning after a fatal December car crash involving his team.
- Manager Spencer Brown said a three-fight 2026 is possible as Fury ends retirement and ramps up preparations in Thailand.