Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury have both arrived in London ahead of their long-awaited press conference, marking a significant milestone in the build-up to one of the biggest fights in British boxing history. The heavyweight rivals are preparing to come face-to-face before their scheduled showdown at Cardiff’s Principality Stadium on 11 December, a contest that has been more than a decade in the making.

Fury travelled from the United States, where he had been spending time with his family, while Joshua arrived from his training camp in Dubai. Their arrival in the capital eased concerns surrounding the event after several days of uncertainty over contractual and promotional issues that had threatened to overshadow the official launch.

The pair met for the first time since the fight was officially announced at a London press conference that attracted huge interest from boxing fans around the world. Despite years of rivalry, negotiations and missed opportunities, both former world champions struck a largely respectful tone while acknowledging the scale of the occasion.

Speaking ahead of the fight, Fury described the bout as a contest "10 years in the making" and hailed it as one of the most important fights of his career. Joshua also highlighted the significance of the all-British showdown, saying it has divided opinions among fans for years and represents a major moment for the sport in the United Kingdom.

The press conference came after reports of disputes involving promotional arrangements and the potential role of UFC president Dana White, with questions briefly raised over whether the event would go ahead as planned. However, both fighters' arrival in London and their appearance on stage together signalled that preparations for the blockbuster clash remain firmly on track