Tyson Fury secured a comfortable victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in the presence of his rival Anthony Joshua. Fury, making a comeback after a 16-month hiatus, controlled the fight despite not performing at his peak. The former heavyweight champion outpointed his Russian opponent, with all three judges scoring the bout in his favor. Following the match, Fury expressed satisfaction with his performance, emphasizing the value of a full 12-round fight over a quick knockout victory.
In his post-fight comments, Fury also issued a challenge to Anthony Joshua, who declined to engage in an immediate fight agreement. Fury acknowledged Ricky Hatton during his entrance to the ring, showcasing solidarity with the former champion through his attire. While Makhmudov initially showed some aggression, Fury gradually asserted his dominance, showcasing his tactical prowess throughout the match.
The crowd grew restless in the later rounds as the fighters clinched more than exchanged blows. Despite taking some hits, Fury maintained control over the fight, targeting Makhmudov’s body effectively. Conor Benn also secured a points victory over Regis Prograis in a closely contested match, following Benn’s departure from Eddie Hearn’s promotion company earlier in the year.
In another notable bout, Richard Riakporhe dethroned Jeamie TKV as the British heavyweight champion, delivering a fifth-round knockout. Justis Huni narrowly defeated Clarke, staging a comeback from a previous loss, in a closely contested match that ended in a majority decision.