Dana White Reveals Plans for Fury vs. Joshua Announcement

UFC CEO Dana White recently disclosed that he had intended to utilize a UFC-branded event at the White House to formally announce the highly anticipated boxing match between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. The heavyweight showdown is currently scheduled to take place in December.

According to White, the potential announcement was derailed by what he described as "f*ckery" occurring behind the scenes. The context of the proposed announcement involved an ongoing power struggle regarding the promotion of the high-profile boxing event, specifically involving long-time boxing promoter Eddie Hearn. White’s comments suggest that despite the UFC’s distance from the boxing world, his promotional interests continue to intersect with major global combat sports events.

The fight itself has become a significant focal point in the broader combat sports landscape, drawing attention from across the industry. White indicated that Tyson Fury’s presence at the aforementioned UFC White House event was not merely for recreational purposes, but was tied to the logistical and promotional maneuvering surrounding this upcoming contest.

Source: MMA Fighting.