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Roy Jones shares new Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua verdict ahead of announcement: “He can hurt him”

Roy Jones Jr believes Anthony Joshua “has a lot left” but that, if he is to defeat Tyson Fury, the 36-year-old will need to adapt his style. The two British heavyweights are expected to finally lock horns on December 11…

Published: Wednesday, 23 September 2026 at 8:37 AM
Roy Jones shares new Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua verdict ahead of announcement: “He can hurt him”
Key Things to Know
  • Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua are expected to fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium.
  • Roy Jones Jr stated that Joshua remains capable of stopping Fury if he adapts his defensive style.
  • Netflix and Saudi organizers Sela have reportedly agreed to stage the event in the UK rather than New York.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr stated that Anthony Joshua still has plenty left to offer and remains capable of knocking out Tyson Fury ahead of their expected heavyweight fight. The British rivals are anticipated to clash on December 11, with Cardiff's Principality Stadium emerging as the most likely venue after previous plans to stage the event in New York were shifted to the UK.

Speaking to Parimatch, Jones noted that Joshua will need to adjust defensively to succeed against Fury. Both fighters competed in July, with Fury stopping Mariusz Wach in seven rounds and Joshua surviving two knockdowns to stop Kristian Prenga in the second round.

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