Eddie Hearn Calls on Tyson Fury: Let’s Finally Make the Anthony Joshua Fight Happen

Boxing fans have been biting their nails for years over a fantasy matchup that somehow still isn’t real: Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua. It’s the heavyweight showdown the world wants, the one British fans have been dreaming of—yet it remains just that, a dream.

Now, Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s long-time promoter, is speaking out in hopes of ending the suspense. His message to Fury? Enough dragging this out—it’s time to step up and give fans what they've been waiting for.

Why the World Still Waits

We’ve come close a few times before. Talks happened. Dates were floated. And then—for one reason or another—the fight fell apart. Sometimes it was contractual drama. Other times it was injuries. Most recently, the focus shifted to other big names, like Oleksandr Usyk. But Eddie Hearn believes there’s no better moment than now to lock it in for 2025.

Speaking to reporters, Hearn seemed almost drained from the wait. “Everyone is begging for this fight,” he said. “Fury needs to either say yes or no. Just give us a straight answer—we can’t plan off whispers and maybes.”

Where Do We Go From Here?

Of course, Tyson Fury is fresh off his first professional loss against Usyk in May 2024. That fight was an absolute war, and it brought Fury back down to earth in a major way. A rematch with Usyk is allegedly on the books for later this year, but Hearn isn’t convinced that it should get in the way of making the Joshua fight in 2025.

“If Fury beats Usyk or doesn’t, it’s still a massive fight with Joshua,” Hearn argued. “British boxing needs this. The world wants this. Let’s just put this to bed already.”

Can the Two Titans Finally Meet in the Ring?

Let’s be honest—timing’s been a big part of the delay. When Joshua held three heavyweight belts, Fury was building his own legacy across the pond, cleaning up the division with dominant wins. Then Joshua had back-to-back losses to Usyk, and suddenly, things seemed less urgent.

But times have changed.

• Joshua is back in top form, with recent knockout wins that show he hasn’t lost his spark.
• Fury, while bruised from his first loss, remains a huge name with global appeal.
• The heavyweight division is as competitive—and unpredictable—as ever.

And with all that history? There's more than just money on the line. It’s about legacy now. Who will go down as the face of British boxing for this generation? There’s only one way to settle it.

“Just Say Yes” – Hearn’s Challenge to Fury

What’s especially interesting about Hearn’s recent comments is the emotional undertone. This isn’t about speculation anymore—it’s about closure. “We’ve waited. The fighters have waited. The fans? Don’t even get me started,” Hearn quipped during a recent interview in Saudi Arabia. “If it’s a no, that’s fine. But don’t ghost us. Just say no.”

It’s clear the frustration isn’t just on the promoter’s side. Joshua himself has remained relatively tight-lipped, but sources close to his camp say he’s more than ready. Physically and mentally, AJ is hungry—not just for a fight, but for THE fight.

Saudi Arabia in the Spotlight (Again)

One growing possibility? Hosting the fight in Saudi Arabia. In recent years, Saudi promoters have stepped up in a big way, putting serious money behind blockbuster bouts. Just look at Joshua’s successful rematch against Andy Ruiz in Riyadh or Fury’s own recent appearances there.

Money talks, and Saudi Arabia is clearly willing to throw their hat in the ring to make this bout happen. If both sides can agree on terms—especially purse splits and broadcast rights—a Fury vs Joshua spectacle in the Middle East may finally be on the horizon.

What Fans Are Saying

The internet is already buzzing. Scroll through any boxing subreddit or comment thread, and you'll find endless variations of the same sentiment:

• “It’s now or never.”
• “Please, just announce the fight already.”
• “I don’t care where or when—I just want to see it.”

Some fans are cautiously optimistic. Others are already bracing for another disappointment. And can you blame them? The hype train’s been winding through this will-they-won’t-they tunnel for longer than most of us would like to admit. But with both fighters nearing critical chapters in their careers, the timing might finally be right.

Final Bell: Is 2025 the Year?

If we’re being honest, there will never be a “perfect” time to make this fight. But Hearn’s latest comments make something very clear: the desire is there. The infrastructure exists. The money, interest, and stage are set.

Now, all eyes are on Tyson Fury.

Will he say yes? Will he give the sport—and its millions of fans—the moment they’ve been waiting for?

As Eddie Hearn put it so bluntly: “Just put us all out of our misery.”

Don't Miss the Next Round

Stay tuned, fight fans. Whether it’s confirmed tomorrow or teased until the last second, one thing is certain: a Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua showdown would be one for the ages. And if 2025 ends up being the year it all comes together, it just might be worth the wait.