Today, December 1, 2025, a boxing newsfeed on X revealed the rumored purse splits for the highly anticipated clash between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. According to the report, Fury is set to receive 62% of the total earnings, with Joshua taking the remaining 38%. While the accuracy of these figures is uncertain, the fight date seems to be agreed upon for April 26, 2025.
When it comes to the split, I think a more even distribution would feel fairer. Both Fury and Joshua have faced similar setbacks in their careers, suffering two losses to Oleksandr Usyk. Additionally, both are at the tail end of their careers, making this fight as much about legacy as financial gain. However, it's clear that negotiations are always about leverage, and Fury's camp may argue his recent status as the WBC champion justifies a larger share, while Joshua's global popularity could make the case for closer to 50/50.
Regardless of the numbers, the real winners here are the fans. This is a fight we've been waiting years to see, and it's shaping up to be a massive event. If everything stays on track, this could be a monumental way to kick off 2025 and set the tone for the rest of the boxing calendar. Let's just hope the fight doesn't fall through, as so many high-profile bouts have in the past.
It's hard not to get excited about what this fight represents. Two heavyweight giants, both with everything to prove, stepping into the ring for what could be one of the biggest nights in boxing history. For now, all we can do is look forward to April and hope nothing derails this epic showdown.