Tyson Fury Takes 46-Year-Old Mariusz Wach Tune-Up in Thailand as Anthony Joshua Fight Nears
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Updated · Sky Sports · Jul 22
Tyson Fury Takes 46-Year-Old Mariusz Wach Tune-Up in Thailand as Anthony Joshua Fight Nears
3 articles · Updated · Sky Sports · Jul 22
Summary
Friday’s Pattaya bout gives Tyson Fury a final tune-up before a long-awaited clash with Anthony Joshua later in 2026, with Joshua also returning Saturday against Kristian Prenga in Saudi Arabia.
Fury, who turns 38 next month, called Wach a dangerous test rather than a formality, citing the Pole’s size, experience and record against elite heavyweights across two eras.
Thailand fits Fury’s plan because he is already training there, avoids long-haul travel and can stay in a controlled camp environment while keeping risk low ahead of a likely November date.
Ticket profits from the 1,500-fan event will go to local charities, and Fury is set to receive the inaugural WBC Humanitarian title on fight night.
The fight will not be shown live on TV, underscoring how promoters are protecting a blockbuster Fury-Joshua meeting that could land at Wembley if both men win.