Tyson Fury insists his best days are still ahead as the 38‑year‑old heavyweight prepares for a fight against Poland’s Mariusz Wach in Pattaya, Thailand. The Brit, who turns 38 next month, uses the bout as a low‑risk warm‑up for a potential heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua later this year, possibly at Wembley Stadium. Joshua himself is set to return to the ring against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia before facing Fury, with the big fight expected in November.

Fury remains focused on the immediate task rather than the Joshua clash. He points out that Wach matches him in size and experience, having faced elite champions across two generations. Fury says the fight is “dangerous” but necessary to sharpen his skills without risking an early loss that could jeopardise the Joshua bout.

The bout is not televised, a decision by promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren to protect the upcoming blockbuster. While the match may lack mainstream appeal, it serves as a practical training session in a low‑profile environment, allowing Fury to stay in control of his schedule.

Wach’s 52‑fight record of 39‑13 (20 KOs) includes losses to Hughie Fury, Dillian Whyte, Frazer Clarke and a points defeat to Wladimir Klitschko. The 46‑year‑old’s recent three‑of‑four losses underscore the challenge he presents, while Fury will also donate ticket profits to local charities and receive the inaugural WBC Humanitarian title on fight night.