Fury Thanks Dana White for Pushing Joshua Fight Forward

Tyson Fury says Dana White deserves credit for getting his long-awaited fight with Anthony Joshua "over the line," even as the bout still has no date, location or signed contract.

Fury delivered the praise on Instagram Stories this past week, crediting the UFC CEO with brokering a deal involving Netflix that he says moved the heavyweight showdown closer to reality. He also took a shot at promoter Eddie Hearn in the same breath, suggesting Hearn had no hand in the breakthrough despite years of trying to make the fight happen himself.

What Did Tyson Fury Say About Dana White?

Fury's message was a direct thank-you aimed at White, paired with a jab at Hearn's camp. "I'd just like to thank Dana White for making this fight happen, making this deal happen with Netflix and getting it all over the line," Fury said, adding that he considers White "one of the best promoters in the world" and said he's been invited to an upcoming press conference as Fury's guest.

The praise came just a day after Fury sounded far less optimistic, saying he was ready to move on from the Joshua fight altogether and accusing Joshua and Hearn of stalling on a contract. That whiplash captures where this negotiation actually stands. Nothing is signed, but Fury believes the framework is finally in place after nearly a decade of on-and-off talks between the two British heavyweights.

Why Isn't Fury vs. Joshua Official Yet?

The holdup, according to Fury, comes down to venue and demands from Hearn's side. Fury claims Hearn's team has pushed for Wembley Stadium in London, the long-rumored home for this fight, while Fury has floated Madison Square Garden in New York instead. He also insists he hasn't asked promoter Turki Alalshikh for more money, framing the delay as coming entirely from Joshua's camp.

Both fighters have already cleared the tune-up bouts that were supposed to set up this matchup. Fury beat Mariusz Wach, and Joshua got past Kristian Prenga in a fight that had some rough patches. The Ring magazine had previously indicated the two would meet sometime in 2026 once those fights wrapped, but no contract has been finalized and no date or site has been confirmed.

Betting Angle

Books haven't posted a real line because there's still no signed bout agreement, but the venue fight matters more than fans might think. A Wembley date points toward a Joshua-favorable atmosphere and gate, while a Madison Square Garden card would shift the promotional weight and possibly the odds narrative toward Fury on his preferred stage. Until a contract is signed, any number floating around should be treated as speculative. Bettors are better off waiting for an official announcement before trusting an opening line, since the back-and-forth between Fury and Hearn suggests this deal could still shift.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua fight official?

No. As of now there is no signed contract, date, or location, though Tyson Fury says the framework for the fight is in place.

Why did Tyson Fury thank Dana White?

Tyson Fury credited UFC CEO Dana White with helping broker a deal involving Netflix that he believes pushed his fight with Anthony Joshua closer to happening.

Where might Fury vs. Joshua take place?

Eddie Hearn's side has reportedly pushed for Wembley Stadium in London, while Tyson Fury has floated Madison Square Garden in New York as an alternative.