Fury-Joshua sells out; Wilder-Opetaia added to card
Key Questions
Is Oleksandr Usyk set to fight Deontay Wilder?
Usyk is in direct talks with Zuffa Boxing for a potential fight against Deontay Wilder. Eddie Hearn has confirmed that a deal has been agreed, with Wilder's camp also opening the door to the matchup.
Why is the Usyk-Wilder fight considered significant?
The bout is viewed as the biggest heavyweight fight left to make. It would pit two top contenders against each other in a high-profile contest.
Is Usyk open to competing for a Zuffa Boxing title?
Yes, Oleksandr Usyk has stated he is not ruling out fighting for Zuffa Boxing’s championship. The three-time undisputed champion sees it as a possible way to end his career.
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua remain set for December 11, 2026, in Cardiff, and the reported 80,000-seat event sold out within an hour. Deontay Wilder is reported booked to face Jai Opetaia on the card; a headline reports Dana White ruled out Fury injury concerns, but the article text is unavailable. The WBA title question, licensing, undercard and promotional roles remain unresolved.