The highly anticipated heavyweight bout between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is set to proceed, with a press conference scheduled to launch the event, according to Saudi boxing official Turki Alalshikh. The fight is confirmed to take place in Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on the night of Friday, December 11, with the first bell expected around 2 a.m. local time to align with peak viewing hours in the United States via Netflix.

The arrangement marks a victory for Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn, who successfully secured the fight on British soil rather than in New York, despite reports of disputes involving UFC president Dana White, who has demanded a financial stake in the fight. It remains unclear whether White will be involved in the promotional activities or the forthcoming press conference.

Both Fury and Joshua, now in their late 30s, remain active contenders in the heavyweight division. While neither is in their prime, they continue to possess the ability to deliver a compelling matchup. The winner of the bout could face upcoming challenges from the new wave of heavyweight champions and is also set to earn a reported £75 million, highlighting the financial significance of the fight.

The event is expected to draw roughly 70,000 spectators to the stadium in Cardiff, with millions more tuning in via streaming platforms. Despite the fight's late local hour, organizers appear confident the match will attract a substantial global audience, underscoring its positioning as a major clash in the heavyweight boxing calendar.

Though the fight’s status had previously faced uncertainty, the December date now appears secured, provided no further obstacles disrupt the arrangement. Both fighters have signaled their readiness to compete, setting the stage for one of the most talked-about heavyweight showdowns in recent years.