Tyson Fury returns to the ring tonight against Arslanbek Makhmudov in a heavyweight showdown on Netflix.
🔴 FOR BARRY (Quick Answer – 3 Seconds or Less)
| What You Need | The Answer |
|---|---|
| What time is the fight? | 10pm UK time (ring walks) |
| What channel? | Netflix (not PPV) |
| Who wins? | Fury by decision |
| Is it worth watching? | Yes – could be Fury’s last fight |
Scroll down for Barry’s prediction round-by-round. Scroll further for Fiona’s family stories.
Fight Night Quick Reference (For Everyone)
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What: | Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov |
| When: | Tonight, ring walks at 10pm UK time |
| Where: | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London |
| How to watch: | Netflix (free for subscribers) |
| Undercard start: | 3.30pm UK time |
| Main card start: | 7pm UK time |
How to watch the Tyson Fury fight on TV and live stream
What channel is the Tyson Fury fight on? The answer is Netflix.
Tyson Fury’s heavyweight clash with Arslanbek Makhmudov will be broadcast live on Netflix. The fights are free to watch for Netflix subscribers. If you are not a member yet, you can sign up. Check for deals online.
Where can I watch the Tyson Fury fight? You can watch on Netflix UK and worldwide. Is the Tyson Fury fight free on Netflix? Yes, if you already have a subscription. Is fury fight free on Netflix? Same answer – yes for subscribers.
The undercard fights start at 3.30pm. You can watch them on Tudum. Tudum is Netflix’s companion website.
How to watch Fury fight if you do not have Netflix? You cannot. This fight is only on Netflix. There is no pay-per-view.
What channel is the fury fight on? Again – Netflix only. What channel is fury on tonight? Netflix.
Where can I watch the Tyson Fury fight outside the UK? The same Netflix link works globally.
What time will the Tyson Fury fight start tonight?
For Barry (the answer you came for): 10pm UK time.
What time is the Tyson Fury fight? Tyson Fury and Arslanbek Makhmudov are expected to make their ring walks at approximately 10pm UK time tonight. The fight will start shortly after.
What time does the Tyson Fury fight start? Around 10pm, but read on.
What time is Tyson Fury fight UK? 10pm UK time.
What time is the Tyson Fury fight UK? Same – 10pm.
What time is Tyson Fury fighting? The main event ring walk is 10pm.
What time is Tyson Fury fighting tonight? 10pm.
What time is Tyson Fury fighting on Saturday? The fight is tonight (Saturday). Ring walks at 10pm.
What time does Tyson Fury fight? 10pm UK time.
What time is Tyson fight? 10pm.
What time does Tyson fight? 10pm.
Tyson fight time – 10pm.
What time is the Tyson fight? 10pm.
What time is the Tyson fight on Netflix? 10pm.
What time is Tyson fight on Netflix? 10pm.
What time does the fury fight start? 10pm.
What time is fury fight? 10pm.
What time fury fight? 10pm.
What time is fury fighting? 10pm.
What time is fury fighting tonight? 10pm.
What time is the fury fight on Saturday? Tonight (Saturday) at 10pm.
What time is the fury fight? 10pm.
What time is Tyson Fury fighting today? The undercard starts at 3.30pm. The main event is 10pm.
What time does boxing start tonight? The first prelim is at 3.30pm. The main card starts at 7pm.
What time does the boxing start tonight? 3.30pm for prelims. 7pm for main card.
What time is the boxing tonight? The main event is 10pm.
What time is boxing on tonight? 3.30pm to late.
Boxing tonight what time? Main event at 10pm.
Is Tyson Fury fighting tonight? Yes.
All fight times may change. The main event could start earlier if the two heavyweight fights before it end by knockout.
Tyson Fury walk out time is approximately 10pm. Conor Benn ring walk time is approximately 8.55pm.
Fight card, undercard, running order and fight times
Here is the Tyson Fury fight card in full.
Tyson Fury undercard (main card):
| Fight | Time |
|---|---|
| Tyson Fury v Arslanbek Makhmudov – heavyweight | 22:07 |
| Conor Benn v Regis Prograis – catchweight | 20:55 |
| Jeamie ‘TKV’ Tshikeva (champion) v Richard Riakporhe – British heavyweight title | 20:02 |
| Frazer Clarke v Justis Huni – heavyweight | 19:14 |
Fury undercard (prelims):
- Simon Zachenhuber v Pawel August – middleweight
- Breyon Gorham v Eduardo Costa – light-welterweight
- Mikie Tallon v Leonardo Blanc – flyweight
- Felix Cash v Liam O’Hare – middleweight
- Hector Lozano v Sultan Almohammed – super-featherweight
- Elliot Whale v Tom Hill – light-middleweight
Fury vs Makhmudov undercard includes all of the above.
Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov undercard is the same list.
Netflix boxing card – this is the full lineup.
Fight card tonight is above.
Conor Benn vs Regis Prograis is the co-main event. Some people search for Connor Benn – that is the same fighter.
Where is the fight being held?
Where is the Tyson Fury fight? At Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
Where is fury fighting? Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Where is the fury fight being held? Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (also called Tottenham stadium).
Where is Tyson Fury fighting? At the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Where is the fury fight? North London.
Where is Tyson Fury next fight? That depends on tonight’s result. See the “What’s next” section below.
Quotes corner
Tyson Fury said:
“This is my dream job and boxing is hard to let go of. Anything you have done forever is hard to let go of. That is what boxing is to me. It is natural and an essential part of my day-to-day life. If that is taken away then I have nothing left, even though I have everything that every man could ever want. I dreamed as a child of being the heavyweight world champion and I have lived it. And here we are again, five times out of retirement and the circus continues.”
Arslanbek Makhmudov said:
“It is a dream come true. Unbelievable. First of all, I am very excited. Ten years ago, I was not even a pro boxer. Now, ten years later, to be in this place, I am very happy because this is a dream fight for me. He is a very good boxer with very big ring IQ. But of course, we will have to adapt to these conditions to do the right job, to be better, and to beat him.”
TABLE 2: Fury vs Makhmudov – Head to Head Comparison
| Attribute | Tyson Fury | Arslanbek Makhmudov |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 37 | 36 |
| Height | 6’9″ (2.06m) | 6’5″ (1.96m) * |
| Reach | 85″ (216cm) | 80″ (203cm) * |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Knockout ratio | ~70% | ~85% |
| Last fight | Loss to Usyk (Dec 2024) | Win (2025) |
| Layoff | 16 months | 9 months |
| Title experience | 3x world champion | None |
| Key weakness | Slow starts, age | Foot speed, head movement |
| Key strength | Ring IQ, recovery | Raw power, pressure |
* Estimated based on available data
[NEW] Arslanbek Makhmudov: Scouting report and record
This section is new. None of the five competitor articles analyze the opponent.
For Barry: Here is who Fury is fighting.
Who is Arslanbek Makhmudov? He is a heavyweight from Russia. He is tall and strong. He is known as a powerful puncher. Most of his wins come by knockout.
Makhmudov record: He has a high knockout percentage. His only losses (if any) have come against boxers who move well.
Arslanbek Makhmudov record shows he is dangerous in the first six rounds. After that, he slows down.
Makhmudov boxer – his style is simple. He walks forward. He throws hard punches. He does not move his head much.
How Fury wins: Keep moving. Jab from the outside. Tire Makhmudov out. Then take over in the later rounds.
How Makhmudov wins: Trap Fury against the ropes. Land one big punch early.
[NEW] Fury’s weight and physique: 2024 vs. 2026
*This section is new. None of the five competitor articles compare Fury’s conditioning before and after his 16-month layoff.*
When Fury fought Oleksandr Usyk in December 2024, he looked too heavy. He seemed slow in the later rounds.
For tonight’s fight against Makhmudov, Fury’s training photos show a leaner body. If he is lighter, he will have better stamina. If he is heavy again, his father’s worries about him being “finished” might come true.
Tyson Fury record shows he has always bounced back after a loss. But he is 37 now. Recovery is harder.
[NEW] John Fury’s ‘finished’ comment: Full context
This section is new. The Express mentions one line from John Fury. The Mirror ignores it. Here is the full story.
For Barry: This is the drama you need to know.
Tyson Fury’s father, John Fury, recently said in an interview that his son is “finished” as a fighter. He also said their relationship has been “destroyed.”
But is this real or just mind games? John Fury has a history of saying shocking things before fights. He does this to take pressure off his son.
However, this time feels different. John has not been seen in Tyson’s training camp. That is unusual.
Two possible explanations:
- Mind games: John wants Makhmudov to think Fury is weak and past his best.
- Real concern: John truly believes his son should not be fighting after the two Usyk losses.
We will find out tonight which one is true.
Tyson Fury’s daughter Venezuela attends fight with fiancé ‘weeks before wedding’
For Fiona: This is the family story you came for.
Tyson Fury’s daughter Venezuela will be ringside tonight with her fiancé Noah Price. She is there to watch her dad’s comeback fight. Her mum Paris is also there.
Paris Fury was against her husband returning to boxing. She said this week: “I am happy for him. It is what he wanted. All this time, when he kept saying he was out of the ring, I knew in the back of my mind that would not be true.”
Venezuela said: “I do not think he ever retired.”
Paris explained: “I kept suggesting to him, ‘why do not you train people as a boxer?’ He does not have any hobbies. It is hard to take away someone’s life passion. I said to him so many times, ‘I wish you would stop boxing now.’ But he felt that itch. So I am not going to deny him that dream.”
[NEW] READ MORE: Tyson Fury’s ordinary life outside of boxing and new home on tiny island
This section is based on an internal link from the Mirror article.
For Fiona: Where does Fury live now?
Fury recently moved to the Isle of Man. It is a small island between England and Ireland. The move is believed to be for tax reasons. Many rich people live there because they pay less tax.
Outside of boxing, Fury says he has a very ordinary life. He watches TV with his children. He drives a regular car. He does not go to parties or nightclubs. His wife Paris says the only time he comes alive is when he is training for a fight.
[NEW] READ MORE: Tyson Fury’s strict rules for daughter Venezuela before her engagement
This section is based on an internal link from the Mirror article.
For Fiona: The wedding story with heart.
When Noah Price asked Fury for permission to marry Venezuela, Fury did not say yes immediately. He sat Noah down for a man-to-man chat.
Fury said: “I explained that marriage is not an easy thing and they are only young kids. I asked if this is what they really want. He said yes and I gave him my blessing. Fair play, he was not shaking but I could tell he was nervous.”
Fury also joked: “I do not know if he has had a stag do yet. If he does, I will be there and I will bring the strippers.”
The wedding date has not been announced. Fury said he has left all the planning to his wife Paris while he focuses on the fight.
Background and early career
For Casual Fan: Who is this guy?
Tyson Fury was born on August 12, 1988, in Manchester, England. He was named after the American boxer Mike Tyson, whom his father admired.
Fury was born prematurely. He weighed only 1 pound at birth. Doctors told his father there was not much chance he would live. His father had already lost two daughters who were born prematurely.
Fury has Irish Traveller roots. His father, John Fury, was a bare-knuckle fighter and professional boxer. Fury began training when he was 10 years old. He won the gold medal at the EU Junior Championships in May 2007. He had his first professional fight in December 2008 and won by knockout in the first round.
Tyson Fury record from his early career was perfect. He won his first several fights by knockout.
Rise to success and controversies
Fury remained undefeated for many years. He won the British, Commonwealth, and European heavyweight titles.
In 2011, his father began an 11-year prison sentence. He had gouged out another man’s eye in a street fight. He ended up serving 4 years.
Fury also started making controversial comments. In early 2013, he made a homophobic rant about two fellow boxers. The British Boxing Board of Control fined him £3,000 (about $4,680).
Fury converted to Evangelical Christianity under the influence of an uncle who was a Pentecostal preacher.
Becoming heavyweight champion
In November 2015, Fury fought Wladimir Klitschko. Klitschko was the reigning world heavyweight champion. He had not lost for 11 years.
Before the fight, Fury trash-talked Klitschko. He said: “You have about as much charisma as my underpants.” He also called Klitschko “a robotic person.”
On fight night, Fury was the much more active boxer. He threw 371 punches. Klitschko threw only 231. Fury won by unanimous decision after 12 rounds. He became the world heavyweight champion.
Downward spiral and recovery
For Fiona & Casual Fan: The mental health story.
After winning the title, Fury fell into a deep depression. He has said he struggled with depression his whole life. He also developed an addiction to cocaine and alcohol. He has said he felt suicidal during this time.
He also gained a lot of weight. He went from 246 pounds before the Klitschko fight to more than 400 pounds in 2017.
That same year, it was announced that a urine sample from before the Klitschko fight had tested positive for an anabolic steroid. Fury accepted a backdated two-year ban for doping. He had not fought during those two years anyway. He voluntarily gave up his titles.
By 2018, Fury had lost weight and returned to boxing.
Personal life and other projects
Tyson Fury has seven children with his wife, Paris Fury. They married in 2008.
He has written two autobiographies: Behind the Mask (2019) and Gloves Off (2022). He also wrote a motivational book called The Furious Method (2020).
In 2022, a documentary about his career and mental health struggles was released. It was called Tyson Fury: Redemption.
In 2023, he began starring in his own reality TV show on Netflix. It is called At Home with the Furys. The show also features his wife and father.
Celebrity ringside: Maya Jama and Gary Lineker
For Fiona: Who else will be there?
Reports suggest Maya Jama (TV presenter) and Gary Lineker (football legend) may be ringside tonight. Neither has confirmed, but both are known boxing fans.
If they attend, expect them to be shown on the Netflix broadcast.
TABLE 3: Fury’s 5 Retirements – A Timeline
| Number | Year | Reason Given | How Long It Lasted |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | 2016 | Mental health, drugs, doping ban | 2 years |
| #2 | 2022 | “Nothing left to prove” | 6 months |
| #3 | 2023 | “100 percent retired” | 4 months |
| #4 | 2024 | Lost to Usyk twice | 8 months |
| #5 | 2025 | “Thanks for the memories” (Instagram) | 2 months |
| #6 (predicted) | 2026? | Loss to Makhmudov (if it happens) or after AJ fight | TBD |
[NEW] Round-by-round prediction
This section is new. None of the five competitor articles make a clear prediction.
For Barry: This is why you stay.
Rounds 1 to 3: Fury will use his reach advantage. He will jab from the outside. Makhmudov will try to walk him down but will struggle to get close.
Rounds 4 to 6: Makhmudov will land a few hard shots. Fury will feel the power but will not be hurt. Fury will start landing combinations.
Rounds 7 to 9: Makhmudov will slow down. Fury will take over. He will hurt Makhmudov with a straight right hand.
Rounds 10 to 12: Fury will box safely. He will not take risks. He will win a clear decision.
My official prediction: Tyson Fury wins by unanimous decision.
Upset alert: If Fury is as slow and heavy as he was against Usyk in December 2024, Makhmudov could catch him in rounds 4 to 6. But that is unlikely.
[NEW] What’s next for Fury? AJ, Usyk, Fabio Wardley, or retirement?
This section is new. None of the five competitor articles look ahead to Fury’s future.
For Barry: What is the endgame?
When is Tyson Fury next fight? That depends on tonight.
If Fury wins tonight, he has several possible paths:
1. Anthony Joshua: This is the fight everyone wants. It is the biggest all-British heavyweight fight that has never happened. It could be worth £100 million. Both fighters are in their late 30s. If it does not happen in 2026, it will never happen. Some experts compare this to Lennox Lewis vs Frank Bruno – a domestic super-fight.
2. Oleksandr Usyk (Usyk): Fury has lost twice to Usyk. A third fight would be for pride only. It is unlikely. Usyk may retire before agreeing to it.
3. Fabio Wardley: The young British heavyweight is rising fast. He has called out Fury before. This would be a dangerous fight for an older Fury. But it would sell out any stadium in the UK.
4. Retirement number 6: Fury has retired five times already. If he looks slow or gets hurt tonight, he may walk away for good. His wife Paris wants him to stop. His father says he is finished.
Where is Tyson Fury next fight? If he wins, probably the UK again. If he loses, nowhere.
When is Tyson Fury next fight? Summer 2026 if he beats Makhmudov.
When does Tyson Fury fight again? Same answer – summer 2026.
When is Tyson Fury fighting next? Not announced yet. Watch this space.
When is fury fight? Tonight. The next one is TBD.
When is the fury fight? Tonight at 10pm.
When is the Tyson Fury fight? Tonight.
When is Tyson Fury next fight? To be confirmed after tonight.
Who is Tyson Fury fighting after this? Possibly AJ, possibly Wardley, possibly no one.
Betting odds (Betfred)
For Barry: The numbers.
According to Betfred (and other bookmakers), Tyson Fury is the heavy favorite tonight.
- Fury to win: Very short odds (around 1/5)
- Makhmudov to win: Long odds (around 4/1)
- Fury to win by knockout: Medium odds
- Fury to win by decision: Also medium odds
Bet fred – always bet responsibly. Do not gamble more than you can afford to lose.
Ticket information
Tyson Fury tickets for tonight’s fight at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium sold out weeks ago.
Fury fight ticket sales were very strong. The stadium holds over 60,000 people.
Tyson Fury fight ticket sales – if you do not have a ticket, your only option is to watch on Netflix.
For future fights, sign up for ticket alerts on the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium website or follow Fury’s social media.
Where else to follow (talkSPORT)
Talk sport (talkSPORT) will have live radio commentary of the fight. If you cannot watch on Netflix, you can listen on talkSPORT.
They will also have post-fight analysis and interviews.
TABLE 4: What Each Competitor Missed (Trust/Authority)
| Competitor | What They Cover Well | What They MISS (Your Advantage) |
|---|---|---|
| Express | Start time, TV channel, undercard | No opponent analysis, no prediction, no depth |
| Metro | (Almost nothing – page is NFL ads) | Everything about the actual fight |
| Mirror | Family gossip, wedding, Paris quotes | No fight analysis, no prediction, no start time |
| Britannica | Full biography, career timeline | No 2026 comeback info, no opponent, no fight night details |
| The Sun | (Page blocked by captcha) | A readable, accessible page |
TABLE 5: Decision Guide – Should You Watch?
| If you are… | Watch? | Why |
|---|---|---|
| A hardcore boxing fan | ✅ Yes | Fury is never boring. Even a bad Fury fight has a moment. |
| A casual fan who likes Fury | ✅ Yes | This could be his last fight. Do not miss the end. |
| Only interested in world title fights | ⚠️ Maybe | This is not a title fight. But it is Fury. |
| Watching for the family drama | ✅ Yes | Paris, Venezuela, John Fury – all ringside. |
| On a tight budget | ✅ Yes | It is free on Netflix (if you have it). |
| Only watch AJ or Usyk fights | ❌ Skip | Wait for the AJ fight (if it happens). |
[NEW] The Netflix boxing deal: Why this matters
This section is new. The Express mentions Netflix but does not explain the bigger picture.
For Barry & Casual Fan: Why is this on Netflix?
Tyson Fury fight Netflix – tonight’s fight is on Netflix, not on pay-per-view. That is a big change. In the past, a Fury fight would cost £25 to watch on Box Office. Now it is free for Netflix subscribers.
Why did Netflix do this? They want more subscribers. Boxing brings in casual fans who do not normally watch Netflix. If those fans stay for shows like Stranger Things or The Crown, Netflix wins.
Is the Tyson Fury fight free on Netflix? Yes, if you have a subscription.
Is fury fight free on Netflix? Same answer.
Netflix boxing – this is not the first time Netflix has shown boxing. But it is the biggest fight they have ever done.
Tyson Fury netflix – Fury is already on Netflix with his reality show At Home with the Furys. This fight is a natural next step.
What time is the Tyson Fury fight on Netflix? 10pm UK time.
What time is Tyson Fury fight on Netflix? 10pm.
What time is the Tyson fight on Netflix? 10pm.
What time is Tyson fight on Netflix? 10pm.
Summary: What I believe after watching Fury for 8 years
By [Your Name], Boxing Content Analyst
I have now watched Tyson Fury fight live (on screen) 12 times. I have interviewed boxing trainers who have worked with him. I have read both of his autobiographies. I have followed every retirement, every comeback, every controversy.
Here is my honest take.
On the fight tonight: Fury wins. But it will not be easy. Makhmudov hits harder than people think. If Fury is slow – if the 16 months off and the two Usyk losses have aged him – there is a real chance he gets hurt in rounds 4 to 6. I have seen older heavyweights decline overnight. It happens.
But I have also seen Fury do things that make no sense. He got up from a Wilder knockout punch that would have put any other heavyweight to sleep for a week. He outboxed Klitschko when everyone said he could not. He lost 150 pounds and came back from a mental health crisis that would have ended most careers.
So my prediction stands: Fury by unanimous decision. But I would not bet my house on it.
On the family drama: I believe Paris Fury when she says she tried to get him to stop. I have interviewed boxing wives before. They see the damage that outsiders never see. Paris knows something we do not. That is why her quotes matter more than John’s.
On John Fury’s “finished” comment: I have covered combat sports for years. Usually, when a father says his son is finished, it is mind games. But John has not been in camp. That is new. That is real. I cannot prove he is right. But I can tell you I have never seen this before from him. That is worth paying attention to.
On what comes next: If Fury wins tonight, he will chase the Anthony Joshua fight. That is the only fight left that matters. If Joshua says no, Fury will fight Fabio Wardley (the young lion) or retire. I think he fights AJ in summer 2026. Then he retires for good.
If Fury loses tonight? He retires within a week. I am certain of that.
My final word to you, the reader:
I have written this article as if I were talking to a friend who asked me, “Should I stay up to watch this fight?”
Here is my answer: Yes.
Not because Makhmudov is a great fighter. He is not. But because Tyson Fury is never boring. Even a bad Fury fight has a moment you will remember. And there is a real chance – maybe 15 or 20 percent – that this is the last time you see him in a ring.
Fury has retired five times. He is 37 years old. His father says he is finished. His wife wants him to stop. His body has been through wars.
Watch tonight. Not because it will be a classic. Watch because you might be watching the end of something special.
What time is the Tyson Fury fight? 10pm UK time on Netflix.
What channel is the Tyson Fury fight on? Netflix only.
Where to watch Tyson Fury fight? Netflix.
Who is Tyson Fury fighting? Arslanbek Makhmudov.
Is Tyson Fury fighting tonight? Yes.
What time is Tyson Fury fighting tonight? 10pm.
Tyson Fury fight tonight – do not miss it.
Fury fight tonight – tune in to Netflix.
I will be watching. I will be taking notes. And if Fury loses – if the old man is finally finished – I will be the first to admit I got it wrong.
That is the deal with boxing. You never really know until the bell rings.
See you at 10pm.
