Tyson Fury, the former two-time heavyweight champion, is poised to emerge from retirement for an unprecedented fifth time as he prepares to confront Russian contender Arslanbek Makhmudov in a highly anticipated bout this weekend. The fight marks Fury's first appearance in the ring since his consecutive decision losses to unified champion Oleksandr Usyk in 2024.
Fury's Quest for Redemption and a Usyk Trilogy
At 37 years old, Fury, known as the "Gypsy King," carries a professional record of 34 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw, with 24 knockouts. Despite these recent setbacks against Usyk, Fury remains intensely focused on securing a trilogy bout with the Ukrainian champion, who currently holds all the major heavyweight belts. However, before any potential future clash with Usyk can materialise, Fury must first navigate the formidable challenge presented by Makhmudov.
Makhmudov: A Dangerous Opponent
Arslanbek Makhmudov enters the contest with a record of 21 victories and 2 defeats, boasting an impressive 19 knockouts. The Russian heavyweight represents a significant test for Fury, who will be looking to reassert his dominance in the division. The main event is scheduled to take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, promising a spectacular atmosphere for fight fans.
Co-Main Event: Benn vs Prograis
The evening's co-main event features British welterweight Conor Benn squaring off against Regis Prograis in a 150-pound catchweight contest. This fight marks Benn's first appearance since his surprising departure from long-time promoter Eddie Hearn. Benn last fought in November, when he avenged his sole professional loss by dropping and outpointing bitter rival Chris Eubank Jr in a dramatic rematch.
How to Watch Fury vs Makhmudov
The entire fight card will be streamed live exclusively on Netflix worldwide. Importantly, the event will be available to all existing Netflix subscribers and will not require any additional pay-per-view purchase. This represents a significant development in boxing broadcasting, making the event accessible to a global audience through the popular streaming platform.
Event Details and Timing
The Fury vs Makhmudov bout is scheduled for Saturday, 11th April. While exact timings have not been officially confirmed, the main card is expected to commence at 7:00 PM BST (11:00 AM PT / 1:00 PM CT / 2:00 PM ET). The main-event ring walks are anticipated to begin around 10:00 PM BST (2:00 PM PT / 4:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM ET).
Betting Odds and Fight Card
According to William Hill, Tyson Fury enters as the strong favourite at 2/9, while Makhmudov is priced at 7/2. A draw is listed at 16/1. In the co-main event, Conor Benn is heavily favoured at 1/9 against Regis Prograis at 5/1, with a draw at 20/1. These odds were accurate as of Monday, 30th March.
The full fight card, subject to change, includes several compelling matchups:
- Main Card:
- Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov (Heavyweight)
- Conor Benn vs Regis Prograis (150lb Catchweight)
- Jeamie Tshikeva (C) vs Richard Riakporhe (British Heavyweight Title)
- Frazer Clarke vs Justis Huni (Heavyweight)
- Preliminary Card:
- Troy Williamson vs Simon Zachenhuber (Super-Middleweight)
- Breyon Gorham vs Eduard Georgiev (Super-Lightweight)
- Mikie Tallon vs Cristopher Rios (Flyweight)
- Felix Cash vs Liam O'Hare (Middleweight)
- Hector Lozano vs Sultan Almohammed (Super-Featherweight)
- Elliot Whale vs Tom Hill (Welterweight)
This event represents a significant moment in boxing, combining Fury's dramatic return with innovative broadcasting through Netflix. Fight enthusiasts worldwide will be watching closely to see if Fury can successfully navigate his comeback against a dangerous opponent in Makhmudov, while Benn seeks to continue his resurgence against the experienced Prograis.
