WBA Sanctions Fury vs. Joshua for Vacant Heavyweight Title
The World Boxing Association (WBA) is set to sanction a heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua for its vacant "super" title on December 11 at Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales. This decision comes despite Murat Gassiev being the current regular titleholder.
The WBA's move creates a second heavyweight titleholder, reversing its recent trend of minimizing multiple champions in one division. Both fighters are returning from recent victories; Fury won by decision over Arslanbek Makhmudov and by stoppage against Mariusz Wach, while Joshua achieved a second-round knockout of Kristian Prenga.
Fury is favored at -180, with Joshua at +150. Fury holds a record of 36 wins, two losses, and one draw, while Joshua has 30 wins and four losses.
The fight's promotional stage is underway, with both fighters attending a press conference in London. The WBA's decision has faced criticism from IBF heavyweight champion Filip Hrgovic, who deemed it unjustified and detrimental to the sport.
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