Lancashire's Tyson Fury announces date for Anthony Joshua fight
The news was announced this afternoon on social media by promoter Eddie Hearn.
Lancashire boxer Tyson Fury and fellow Brit Anthony Joshua have confirmed that they will finally step into the ring on 11 December in Cardiff.
The fight, which has been more than 10 years in the making, will be broadcast live across the world on Netflix.
Lancashire lad Tyson recently moved from nearby Morecambe to the Isle of Man, claiming he and his family needed more privacy following the release of two documentaries about his life.
Joshua posted: “I am inspiring a generation,” on Instagram following the bout’s announcement, whereas Fury is yet to comment.
The two former heavyweight champions signed a deal for the fight earlier this year. Cardiff’s Principality Stadium (formally the Millennium) will play host to the clash, which has been eagerly awaited amongst boxing fans for more than a decade.