Tyson Fury's wife Paris has disclosed that the heavyweight boxer has committed to a contract for three additional fights following his comprehensive triumph over Arslanbek Makhmudov at the weekend.
The former world champion secured a lopsided points victory in the Netflix-broadcast bout on Saturday evening, with judges scoring the contest 120-108, 120-108 and 119-109 in his favour.
The win represented Fury's first success since his October 2023 decision over Francis Ngannou, and came during what constitutes his fifth return to the sport.
Speaking to Boxing King Media, Paris expressed her support for her husband's continued boxing career.
"He's signed a deal now to do three more fights, and I saw him out of the ring and saw the unhappiness. To see him smile like this," she said.
Paris also noted that her husband had undertaken a rigorous three-month training camp in preparation for the bout.
"He's trained unbelievably. If he's put himself completely first and put all the fitness in, then I know he's done everything he can, so I am totally here for it," she added.
Tyson Fury was too strong for Arslanbek Makhmudov on Saturday night
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With Anthony Joshua watching from ringside at the Tottenham venue, Fury wasted no time in issuing a direct challenge to his British rival.
"Next I want to give you the fight you've all been waiting for; I want you AJ, Anthony Joshua," Fury proclaimed from the ring.
"Let's give the fight fans what they want, a battle of Britain. I challenge you AJ to fight me, The Gypsy King, next. Say yes or no now."
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The 36-year-old, who has not competed since his December victory over YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, refused to give Fury a straightforward answer.
Joshua's response carried a combative edge as he addressed his fellow Briton directly.
"Tyson... you're a clout chaser. Tyson I've never had no problem getting in the ring with you, I punched you out when we were kids, and after seeing you in the ring tonight I'd punch you up again," Joshua stated.
He continued: "With all due respect tonight is your night and I'll sit across the ring from you in due time.
"You ain't gonna tell me what to do. I've been chasing you for the last 10 years.
Anthony Joshua was reluctant to agree to a fight with Tyson Fury
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"When you're ready you come and see me and tell me your terms and conditions. I'm the boss, you work for me. I'm the landlord remember that, you work for me."
Despite his initial reluctance to commit publicly, Joshua subsequently offered a more conciliatory position on the potential showdown.
"There are negotiations that you go through. I have been at this table with him many times. In my heart, I'd fight Fury tomorrow, especially after watching that. There is not a problem fighting him," he explained.
Joshua emphasised his preference for conducting business through proper channels rather than theatrical confrontations.
"I am not here to get clout. I am here to fight. The contract will be sent over, we will go through the nitty gritty, and you will probably see us in the ring next, more than likely - but I am not here to get in the ring, shouting in someone's face," he said.
The possibility remains that Joshua could take an interim bout before any meeting with Fury materialises later this year.