TYSON FURY faces Arslanbek Makhmudov in a blockbuster heavyweight bout TONIGHT.
The Gypsy King has come out of retirement once again and he will be looking to bounce back from back-to-back defeats to in 2024.
Tyson Fury comes out of retirement for a FIFTH time to face Arslanbek MakhmudovCredit: Reuters
Conor Benn also features on tonight’s huge cardCredit: Reuters
The former two-time heavyweight champion is hoping to put himself in contention for a trilogy bout with unified world champ .
Big money fights with or the winner of ‘s clash with next month could also come later in the year, should the Gypsy King prevail.
faces a tricky test in his comeback scrap as possesses a devastating knockout ratio of over 90 per cent.
The Russian is also the fresher of the two after he beat Dave Allen by unanimous decision back in October last year.
Tonight’s huge bill features some other big names, with set to face Regis Prograis in his first fight since leaving Matchroom for Zuffa Boxing.
Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov - all the info
London hosts the return of the Gypsy King!
Tyson Fury’s hiatus comes to an end TONIGHT when he faces Russian giant Arslanbek Makhmudov.
The initially retired after suffering back-to-back defeats against Oleksandr Usyk in 2024.
However, Fury announced his comeback in January 2025 and his opponent couldn’t be tougher with Arslanbek boasting a record of 21 wins (19 knockouts).
But the excitement doesn’t stop there, as will fight Regis Prograis in his first bout since making the .
Here’s everything you need to know about the blockbuster fight in the capital…
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What time are the ring-walks for Fury vs Makhmudov and when does the fight start?
- The main card for Fury vs Makhmudov will begin at 7pm BST (2pm ET).
- The ring-walks for the main event will take place at approximately 10.07pm BST (5.07pm ET).
- Expect the fight to get underway at around 10.22pm BST (5.22pm ET).
- Timings are subject to change depending on the length of the undercard bouts.
How can I watch Fury vs Makhmudov?
- Fury vs Makhmudov will be broadcast LIVE on Netflix.
- The bout will be available to watch if you have a regular Netflix subscription – you will not need to pay any additional fees.
- Alternatively, SunSport’s live blog will bring you round-by-round updates of each fight on the card.
Fury vs Makhmudov card
Main card
- MAIN EVENT: Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov
- Conor Benn vs Regis Prograis
- Jeamie TKV vs Richard Riakporhe
- Frazer Clarke vs Justis Huni
Prelims
- Simon Zachenhuber vs Pawel August
- Felix Cash vs Liam O’Hare
- Elliot Whale vs Tom Hill
- Hector Avila Lozano vs Sultan Almohammed
- Mikie Tallon vs Leonardo Blanc
- Breyon Gorham vs Eduardo Costa Do Nascimento
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There's a massive year of boxing ahead!
It’s shaping up to be a blockbuster year of action inside the boxing ring.
will make his return in April against Arslanbek Makhmudov while Oleksandr Usyk takes on the king of kickboxing Rico Verhoeven.
features for the first time since making the switch to Zuffa Boxing and Fabio Wardley will defend his newly won heavyweight crown against fellow Brit Daniel Dubois.
Canelo Alvarez will be hoping to return after his defeat to Terence Crawford and heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk will also defend his straps.
A whole bunch of British stars could also take a leap into superstardom, with the likes of , Hamzah Sheeraz and Adam Azim ready to join the very top of the sport.
April
- Sat 11 – Tyson Fury vs Arslanbek Makhmudov – Netflix
- Sat 11 – Conor Benn vs Regis Prograis – Netflix
- Sat 18 – Ben Whittaker vs Braiain Suarez – DAZN
- Sat 18 – Manny Pacquiao vs Ruslan Provodnikov
- Sat 25 – Lawrence Okolie vs Tony Yoka – DAZN
May
- Sat 2 – Naoya Inoue vs Junto Nakatani – Undisputed super-bantamweight title – TBC
- Sat 2 – Zurdo Ramirez vs David Benavidez – WBA & WBO Cruiserweight titles – Prime Video
- Sat 9 – Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois – WBO title – DAZN PPV
- Sat 16 – Dave Allen vs Filip Hrgovic – DAZN
- Sat 23 – Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven – WBC title – DAZN
June
- Sat 6 – Dalton Smith vs Alberto Puello – WBC super lightweight title – DAZN
- Sat 13 – Tommy Fury vs Eddie Hall – DAZN
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