Tyson Fury returned from retirement in London, outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov on the scorecards. The champion looked spry, keeping the Uzbek opponent on the defensive for most rounds. The victory revives talk of a heavyweight showdown that has lingered since 2018, when Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua all hovered in each other’s orbit. The win also nudges him back into title contention.

After Fury’s win, the Gypsy King publicly challenged Joshua, pointing to the British rival ringside and demanding a ‘Battle of Britain.’ Joshua responded that he is ready, but refused to make a show‑off declaration, insisting contracts must be signed. Their negotiations have stalled before, with Fury’s intermittent retirements clashing against Joshua’s 13‑year unbeaten streak. A fight would likely sell out UK arenas, boosting pay‑per‑view.

Meanwhile, Wilder’s sloppy decision win over Derek Chisora leaves him a viable, if aging, opponent for Joshua, who holds the bargaining power at 36. Both Fury (37) and Wilder (40) will likely wait while Joshua decides whether to chase a lucrative bout with either veteran. Their combined drawing power could eclipse emerging contenders. The trio remain the division’s biggest draws.