Tyson Fury returned from his 16-month hiatus on Saturday, securing a unanimous points victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The former champion displayed sharp boxing intelligence and footwork, earning consistent scores of 120-108 across the board in an efficient comeback performance. This win erases the memory of his two prior world title losses to Oleksandr Usyk.

Anthony Joshua, sitting ringside for the bout, became Fury’s immediate target after the final bell sounded. Fury publicly challenged his British counterpart, demanding a “Battle of Britain” clash next. This call-out bypasses any talk of a Deontay Wilder matchup, placing the colossal domestic showdown squarely back on the table for fight fans eager for action.

Potential staging for this long-coveted heavyweight contest is reportedly Croke Park in Dublin this September, though Joshua might opt for a smaller warm-up bout first. Fury’s patient boxing neutralized Makhmudov’s aggression throughout the twelve rounds, proving the veteran still possesses elite fundamentals despite the layoff and showing he is ready for a major summer or autumn fight.

Makhmudov proved a willing, if sometimes reckless, opponent, often inviting counters from the dominant Fury. While the Russian landed some heavy shots, Fury’s superior ring generalship ensured the judges needed no debate on the outcome. The challenge is now formally issued for the biggest domestic fight of 2026.