Tyson Fury to fight Arslanbek Makhmudov in comeback bout on April 11

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Tyson Fury to fight Arslanbek Makhmudov in comeback bout on April 11

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Tyson Fury to fight Arslanbek Makhmudov in comeback bout on April 11

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Tyson Fury will face Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11 in the UK.
This fight marks Fury's return after retiring in January 2025.
The match will be broadcast on Netflix and venue details are pending.
Makhmudov, a Russian fighter, has an impressive record of 21 wins in 23 fights.

Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is officially set to return to the ring against Arslanbek Makhmudov on April 11, 2026, in the UK. This matchup follows Fury's announcement to come out of retirement after losing to Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024. Fury expressed his enthusiasm, stating, "Excited to be back. Heart's always been and always will be in boxing" according to BBC, Reuters, and Al Jazeera.

The event will be the first for Fury after his recent retirement, and the venue is yet to be announced. It will be available for streaming on Netflix. Makhmudov, known for his powerful performances, noted, "I am thrilled about the opportunity... I will be more ready than ever to leave with a massive W," highlighting the intensity expected from this match according to BBC, Reuters, and Al Jazeera.