Why Anthony Joshua Vs Tyson Fury Rematch Is Unlikely This – Warren

Frank Warren, a prominent figure in the world of boxing, provided insights into the highly anticipated matchup between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury during an interview with talkSPORT.

He made it clear that despite Eddie Hearn’s optimism, the much-anticipated fight between Joshua and Fury is unlikely to materialize this year.

Warren’s comments on the situation were candid and straightforward. He emphasized the contractual dynamics surrounding the upcoming fight between Joshua and Fury, particularly regarding potential rematches.

According to Warren, “the position is really simplistic,” with “the loser of that fight will have the right to call for a rematch and they will do it because there is such huge amounts of money involved in it.” He added, “After that, I’m sure we will get it on providing Fury wins both of the fights and providing AJ keeps winning.”

Moreover, Warren expressed confidence in the eventual realization of the Joshua vs Fury showdown. However, he underscored that this hinges on certain conditions, including Fury winning both of his upcoming fights and Joshua maintaining his winning streak. Warren’s remarks hinted at the complexities and uncertainties inherent in scheduling such high-profile boxing matches, especially at the heavyweight level.

In contrast to Warren’s perspective, Eddie Hearn recently hinted at the possibility of Joshua’s next fight being for a version of the heavyweight world title. Hearn suggested that Joshua could vie for the soon-to-be-vacated IBF crown or face the winner of the Fury vs Usyk bout. However, Warren’s insights shed light on the intricate contractual arrangements that could impact Joshua’s next move.

The discussion also delved into the implications of the rematch clause embedded in the contracts of Joshua and Fury. With such a clause in place, accepting other title fight offers, such as the IBF crown, becomes challenging. According to Warren, the IBF has indicated that they would strip the winner of the Joshua vs Fury bout if a rematch occurs. Consequently, the IBF would order their mandatory challenger, Filip Hrgovic, to face the next highest-ranked boxer for the vacant title.

As the IBF rankings stand, Anthony Joshua currently occupies the No.3 spot, with the No.2 spot vacant. This positioning places Joshua in contention for a title shot if the IBF decides to strip the winner of the Joshua vs Fury rematch. Warren’s remarks provided valuable insights into the contractual intricacies and potential pathways for Joshua’s next fight, offering fans a clearer understanding of the complex landscape of professional boxing.

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