Tyson Fury called out Anthony Joshua throughout the launch press conference for his comeback fight.
The previous two-time heavyweight world champion retired from boxing after suffering a second consecutive decision defeat against Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024.
Tyson Fury will end his fifth spell in retirement by facing Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11.
The heavyweight duo will clash in front of greater than 60,000 fans at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London, England.
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Tyson Fury press conference
Tyson Fury was in superb form during his comeback press conference on Monday.
‘The Gypsy King’ rounded off the event by predicting the punch that’ll finish Arslanbek Makhmudov.
“How does it end? Probably a giant right-hand KO,” Fury said.
“Round six, why not? That’s a superb, even number,” he added when asked to select the ending round.
Moments later, Fury and Makhmudov squared off for the primary time ahead of their fight.
Any tension was quickly relieved when Fury decided to tickle the KO artist standing in front of him.
Makhmudov laughed, and it quickly became clear that they’re on good terms ahead of their clash.
Who’s Tyson Fury’s comeback opponent?
Arslanbek Makhmudov is a 6ft 5in heavyweight who wrestles bears like UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov.
The Russian fighter has 21 skilled boxing wins, with 19 of them coming by knockout.
Makhmudov’s two defeats got here by TKO against heavyweight contenders Agit Kabayel and Guido Vianello.
The 36-year-old is currently riding a two-fight win streak after reviving his profession in 2025.
Makhmudov outpointed Dave Allen over 12 rounds to win the WBA Inter-Continental heavyweight title in his last fight.
He’ll be stepping up several levels when he welcomes Tyson Fury back to boxing in two months’ time.

