Tyson Fury remains confident that a showdown with Anthony Joshua will happen before they both retire from boxing. Despite recent setbacks, Fury has made it clear that a highly anticipated clash between the two British heavyweights is bound to take place, even if it’s years down the road.

Joshua’s hopes for a fight with Fury seemed to take a hit last month when Fury witnessed Daniel Dubois knock out Joshua’s long-term rival. The event, held at Wembley Stadium, appeared to push back any potential fight between Joshua and the ‘Gypsy King.’ But according to Fury, this matchup is far from off the table.

In an interview ahead of the release of the boxing video game Undisputed on October 11, Fury expressed his confidence: “Joshua knows he’s getting it. Even if we’re 50 years old, he’s got to fight me. There’s no escaping it; he cannot escape me.” Fury even added, “Even if we are 50, we’re still going to sell out Wembley.”

The fight between Fury and Joshua has long been anticipated by fans, dating back to their rise to world-class levels in boxing. Yet, despite their collision course, the fight has never materialized.

In 2022, the two were set to meet in the ring for the undisputed heavyweight titles, but Fury had to complete his trilogy with Deontay Wilder, forcing the dream fight with Joshua to fall through. Since then, the possibility of the two meeting in the ring has lingered, but the stars never quite aligned.

However, recent developments in the boxing world make the fight more achievable than ever before. The Saudi involvement in boxing has brought rival promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren closer, opening up possibilities that once seemed impossible. But Joshua, after losing the IBF title to Dubois, faces a tough rebuilding phase, which might push Dubois to the forefront for a title shot.

Before Fury can even think about facing Joshua, he must first focus on his rematch against Oleksandr Usyk. Scheduled for December 21, Fury’s clash with Usyk is expected to be a revenge-driven encounter. The outcome of this fight could heavily influence Fury’s future, and a win could pave the way for a long-awaited matchup with Joshua.

Joshua, on the other hand, is still reeling from his defeat against Dubois. While he seems focused on a rematch with Dubois, a victory could reignite the possibility of finally clashing with his domestic rival, Fury.

Promoter Eddie Hearn remains optimistic about the fight between Fury and Joshua, even as both boxers face setbacks. He recently commented, “For me, we have to fight Tyson Fury before he’s done.”

Hearn revealed that he had an honest conversation with Joshua about his future in boxing, telling him, “You’ve got somewhere between one and three fights left.” The realization hit hard for Joshua, as the clock on his career continues to tick. However, Hearn assured that the team will ensure Joshua exits the sport at the right time, stating, “You leave when you’re deteriorating and when it’s showing in the gym. None of that is happening yet.”

Hearn believes that if Fury loses against Usyk, a two-fight deal between Fury and Joshua could occur in 2025, allowing both fighters to “sail off into the sunset.” If Fury emerges victorious against Usyk, Joshua will be in a prime position to challenge Fury for the unified world heavyweight championship.

The road to a fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua has been long and filled with obstacles, but both fighters seem to be on a course toward making it happen. Whether it takes until the age of 50, as Fury suggests, or happens within the next few years, fans remain eager to see these two heavyweights square off in the ring.

While Joshua faces a challenging rebuild after his loss to Dubois, and Fury prepares for his upcoming battle with Usyk, the possibility of a blockbuster Fury vs. Joshua fight is very much alive. As both fighters continue their careers, the boxing world watches with anticipation, knowing that the long-awaited showdown could still be on the horizon.

The fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua has been one of the most eagerly anticipated matchups in modern boxing. Despite the delays, Fury insists it’s only a matter of time before the two meet in the ring. With the boxing landscape changing and new opportunities arising, fans might not have to wait too much longer for this colossal clash. For now, all eyes are on Fury’s December 21st fight with Usyk, which could set the stage for an even bigger showdown in the future.