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Tyson Fury Addresses Rumors About His Uncle Training Anthony Joshua for Their December Fight

Tyson Fury insists that the bond of the Fury family is absolute – too thick to be pierced by the sharpest of differences. The former heavyweight champion was forced to step forward and set the record straight after reports began…

Published: Saturday, 3 October 2026 at 5:39 AM
Tyson Fury Addresses Rumors About His Uncle Training Anthony Joshua for Their December Fight
Key Things to Know
  • Tyson Fury categorically denied rumors that his uncle Peter Fury is training Anthony Joshua.
  • Anthony Joshua confirmed that Ben Davison will train him for the December 11 fight in Cardiff.
  • Joshua stated discussions with Peter Fury focused generally on skill set improvements rather than Tyson Fury.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tyson Fury has publicly dismissed rumors that his uncle, Peter Fury, will train Anthony Joshua ahead of their scheduled fight on December 11 at Cardiff's Principality Stadium. In a video posted on Instagram, Fury adamantly stated that family loyalty prevents his uncle from coaching his opponent. He firmly rejected any speculation that Peter Fury would offer advice on how to beat him.

Joshua confirmed that Ben Davison will serve as his primary trainer for the December bout, while acknowledging general consultational advice from Peter Fury on skill development rather than tactics against Tyson. Peter Fury clarified that discussions were purely advisory and that his current focus remains on training Rico Verhoeven.

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