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Tyson Fury’s dad John wants Anthony Joshua fight cancelled and vows to boycott bout

John Fury has warned that the loser of the Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury heavyweight fight could face unbearable ridicule.

By Mark Whiley · Daily Express

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 1:52 PM

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John Fury wants Tyson Fury's fight against Anthony Joshua cancelled and plans to boycott it.
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are scheduled to fight in Cardiff on December 11.
John Fury warned the loser will face unbearable ridicule and noted both fighters can still cause serious harm.

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John Fury has stated he wants the upcoming heavyweight bout between his son Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua cancelled, confirming he plans to boycott the event. The rivals are scheduled to fight on Friday, December 11, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, with global streaming on Netflix. John Fury expressed concerns over the extreme public ridicule and potential harm awaiting the loser, given both boxers remain powerful punchers.

John Fury further revealed he will not attend ringside, comparing his chances of going to seeing a cow fly. Conversely, Joshua's promoters Barry and Eddie Hearn voiced major excitement after spending a decade working to make the British showdown happen.

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Tyson Fury’s dad John wants Anthony Joshua fight cancelled and vows to boycott bout

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