Tyson Fury has announced he will return to boxing in 2026, nearly a year after retiring following his second loss to Oleksandr Usyk. The 37-year-old posted on Instagram: '2026 is that year. Return of the mac. Been away for a while but I'm back now.'
However, his father John Fury has voiced strong opposition, warning that a comeback could damage Tyson's legacy. John Fury stated that his son has nothing left to prove and should stay retired to preserve his reputation as one of Britain's greatest heavyweights.
Tyson Fury's history of retirement U-turns has led to scepticism. He previously retired after beating Dillian Whyte in 2022 only to return later that year. His latest retirement in January 2025 followed two points losses to Usyk, the only boxer to defeat him.
Potential opponents include Anthony Joshua, though Joshua's plans are unclear after a car crash in Nigeria that injured him and killed two friends. Alternatively, Fury could seek a trilogy with Usyk or face WBO champion Fabio Wardley for a chance to become a three-time world champion.
