UFC CEO Dana White has announced he has signed Tyson Fury to his Zuffa Boxing outfit, a move that could significantly affect the long-awaited fight between Fury and Anthony Joshua. Fury jetted into Washington DC for the first time since 2021 to attend the UFC Freedom 250 card at the White House, where he hinted at a major announcement alongside White.
Fury declined to elaborate on the details but expressed excitement, stating he is looking forward to a potential fight in August, likely in Dublin, before turning his attention to Joshua. 'I have a potential fight in August; I'm looking forward to fighting whoever they put in front of me,' Fury said. 'It's been over a decade in the making... let's hope it happens very soon.'
White has been engaged in a bitter dispute with Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn, who insists the all-British showdown must take place in the UK. However, speculation suggests White may announce Las Vegas as the host venue, contradicting Hearn's claims. White is set to host a press conference after the UFC fights, around 6.15am UK time, where he is expected to provide further details.
Fury's arrival in Washington DC marks his first visit to the United States in four years. He attended the historic event alongside White, Mark Zuckerberg, and US President Donald Trump, describing it as 'historic' and noting it coincided with Trump's birthday. The announcement could pave the way for Fury's debut under Zuffa Boxing and eventually the long-awaited clash with Joshua.
