Tyson Fury-Anthony Joshua fight signed, says Hearn

The blockbuster boxing showdown between British heavyweights Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua has been officially signed, quashing recent doubts cast by Fury himself. Eddie Hearn, Joshua's promoter, confirmed the contractual agreement on Sunday, stating that the fight is set to proceed.

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We’ve signed the contract, we’re waiting for a date.

"The fight's signed. No-one can pull out of the fight. You can't just pull out of a contract," Hearn told DAZN, emphasizing the binding nature of the agreement. This declaration comes after Fury had suggested on Friday that the long-awaited bout was unlikely to materialize, creating uncertainty among fans.

The primary outstanding issues are the date and location for the highly anticipated clash. While the fight was initially expected to take place in the United Kingdom in November, Saudi Arabian organizers Sela, who have separate contracts with both fighters, are reportedly pushing for the event to be held in the United States. New York's Madison Square Garden has been mentioned as a potential venue.

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The fight’s signed. No-one can pull out of the fight. You can’t just pull out of a contract.

Hearn indicated that while his team would prefer the fight to remain in Britain, they are open to considering the United States under the right financial terms. "We know everybody and his dog involved in the fight wants to do the fight in America. We don't," Hearn stated, though discussions with Sela are ongoing. He stressed that there is no indication the fight itself is in jeopardy, only that the logistical details are still being finalized.

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We know everybody and his dog involved in the fight wants to do the fight in America. We don’t.