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‘I’m hopeful we get an announcement soon’: Frank Smith discusses the dragging Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury negotiations

Matchroom’s Frank Smith just recently caught up with iFL TV to discuss the state of the much discussed showdown between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Despite contracts supposedly having been signed, there’s been on ongoing dilemma with regards to the…

By Wil Esco · Bad Left Hook

Published: Friday, 18 September 2026 at 1:20 PM

Key Things to Know

Frank Smith admitted that time is running short to promote and stage the Joshua vs. Fury fight this year.
Matchroom and Anthony Joshua have reportedly signed a contract for the fight to take place in the UK.
Negotiations have dragged on due to ongoing dilemmas regarding the venue for the heavyweight bout.

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Matchroom Boxing's Frank Smith has discussed the ongoing negotiations for a heavyweight fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. Despite contracts reportedly being signed, the venue for the highly anticipated bout remains a major point of contention. Smith noted that time is running short to properly promote and stage the fight before the end of the year.

Smith also addressed recent criticism from UFC CEO Dana White toward promoter Eddie Hearn. He dismissed White's comments as frustration over having no involvement in the matchup. Smith reiterated that Matchroom and Joshua have signed for the fight to take place in the UK and expressed hope for an official announcement soon.

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