Fury vs Joshua Purse: How Much Will Each Fighter Earn?
The Fury vs Joshua purse is reported to be worth close to $200 million (about £150 million), shared equally between the two fighters. That would put each man in line for roughly $100 million (about £75 million), the biggest payday of either career. The promoters have not published official figures.
Here is what has been reported, how the money is split and where it comes from.
How Much Will Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua Earn?
| Source | Total purse | Each fighter |
|---|---|---|
| BBC | Close to $200 million, shared | About half each |
| The Sun | £150 million ($198 million) | £75 million ($99 million) |
| Other reports | Up to £200 million | Up to £100 million |
| Official figure | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
The most widely cited numbers point to around $100 million each. Treat every figure as an estimate until the fighters or promoters confirm otherwise.
Is the Purse Split 50-50?
Yes, according to reports. There is no A-side in this deal, so neither man takes the bigger share. That is a major change from 2022, when Fury offered Joshua a 60-40 split in Fury’s favour and talks broke down. Equal billing on money was one of the reasons the fight could finally be signed.
Where Does the Money Come From?
- Saudi backing. The fight is promoted by Turki Alalshikh’s The Ring, whose financial support has funded the biggest heavyweight purses of recent years.
- Netflix. There is no pay-per-view. Instead, Netflix pays for the global streaming rights and shows the fight to members at no extra cost.
- The gate. Around 80,000 tickets sold out within an hour, with face values up to £13,128.
- Sponsorship. Ring, venue and broadcast sponsors add further revenue.
How It Compares to Past Paydays
Most boxing purses are never made public. One that was is Fury’s defence against Dillian Whyte at Wembley in 2022, which went to a purse bid. Fury’s official share was about $33.6 million. If the reported figures for Cardiff are accurate, Fury would earn roughly three times that amount, and Joshua would also set a new career high.
For more on the fight, see what time it starts, how to watch on Netflix, our prediction, or go back to the main fight guide.
Fury vs Joshua Purse FAQ
How much is the purse for Fury vs Joshua?
The total purse is reported to be close to $200 million (about £150 million). No official figure has been released.
How much will Tyson Fury earn?
Fury is reported to be in line for around $100 million (about £75 million).
How much will Anthony Joshua earn?
Joshua is reported to earn the same as Fury, around $100 million (about £75 million), under an equal split.
Who gets the bigger share, Fury or Joshua?
Neither. Reports say the purse is split 50-50, with no A-side.
Do fans pay extra to watch, adding to the purse?
No. There is no pay-per-view. Netflix shows the fight at no extra cost to members and pays for the streaming rights instead.
The Fury vs Joshua purse is one of the largest in boxing history, even with no world title confirmed. We will update this page if official figures are released.