Principality Stadium keen to stage Fury v Joshua
The Welsh Rugby Union would be "delighted" to stage the much-anticipated all-British bout this autumn.
The Principality Stadium has previously hosted several high-profile boxing fights, including Anthony Joshua [Huw Evans Picture Agency]Principality Stadium bosses say they are ready to host the proposed heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.Saudi power broker Turki Alalshikh, who is coordinating the all-British bout, wants to stage the fight in the UK but at a time to maximise a global TV audience.If the fight was timed to suit prime time audiences in the United States, the main event could start as late as 04:00 GMT.
That would mean Wembley Stadium, the preferred option, would require special permission from the local London authority to remain open beyond the usual 23:00 curfew.But the Welsh Rugby Union is now ready to step in to host the highly-anticipated fight if Wembley cannot stay open.Fury v Joshua could be held overnight at WembleyCardiff's Principality Stadium has hosted late night boxing before, including Joe Calzaghe's fight with Mikkel Kessler in November 2007 which began at 02:00.
Joshua has twice previously fought in the Welsh capital, defeating Carlos Takham in October 2017 as well as Joseph Parker a year later.A spokesperson for the WRU, which owns and operates the Principality Stadium, said: "We'd be delighted to host this fight."We are very keen to attract more boxing to the stadium, which has a rich history in the sport, enhanced by its closeable roof, unrivalled sight lines and unique city centre location."
However, the fight would have to be scheduled around Wales international rugby matches against Japan, New Zealand and Australia in the Nations Championship in November.Last month, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn, who represents Joshua, dismissed speculation the fight could be staged in the US.Hearn said the current agreement, signed by all parties, states the bout must take place in the United Kingdom.
Fury and Joshua are both set to return to the ring later this month before a potential meeting later in the year.Former WBC heavyw
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