Tyson Fury is reportedly considering a return to boxing just weeks after announcing his latest retirement from the sport, with sights set on a potential clash with Anthony Joshua.
The Gypsy King, who stepped away from boxing last month following his December defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, could be eyeing the long-awaited all-British heavyweight showdown.
According to Boxing Kingdom, Fury is weighing up the possibility of coming out of retirement specifically to face Joshua, reigniting hopes for the much-discussed bout between the two British heavyweights.
Fury announced his latest retirement through social media last month, stating: "Hi everybody, I'm going to make this short and sweet. I'd like to announce my retirement from boxing. It's been a blast, I've loved every single minute of it."
Tyson Fury is reportedly considering a return to boxing just weeks after announcing his latest retirement from the sport, with sights set on a potential clash with Anthony Joshua
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The heavyweight champion concluded his announcement with a cryptic message: "I'm going to end with this... Dick Turpin wore a mask. God bless everybody, see you on the other side. Get up!"
This marked the fifth time Fury has stepped away from the sport, having previously returned to competition on four occasions.
Adding to the speculation, Joshua shared a cryptic Instagram post featuring himself playing chess in a sunny location, accompanied by the caption: "The game is the game" and a black pawn emoji.
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Tyson Fury could face Anthony Joshua in a blockbuster boxing match
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Meanwhile, promoter Eddie Hearn has been actively seeking Joshua's next opponent following his September loss to Daniel Dubois.
Hearn has ruled out Fury as a potential challenger while he remains retired, suggesting either Joseph Parker or Dubois as viable opponents.
Both Parker and Dubois are set to face each other this weekend in Saudi Arabia.
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Amid retirement speculation, Fury was spotted this week sharing breakfast with legendary Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
The pair were photographed by Ring Magazine enjoying Eggs Benedict and tea at their morning meeting.
The breakfast rendezvous holds particular significance given Fury's well-documented support for Manchester United.
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Fury has previously expressed his ambition to fight at Old Trafford, the home of his favourite club.
The potential matchup between Fury and Joshua has been long anticipated by British boxing fans, though both fighters are coming off recent defeats.
Fury's last bout ended in his second loss to Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024, prompting his latest retirement announcement.
Tyson Fury retired after losing to Oleksandr Usyk in December
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Joshua, meanwhile, suffered defeat to Dubois in September of last year.
Despite their recent setbacks, the possibility of this all-British clash has renewed interest, with fight fans hoping Fury's reported reconsideration of retirement could finally lead to the long-discussed heavyweight showdown.
