Anthony Joshua Rejects Multimillion-Dollar U.S. Offer, Keeps Tyson Fury Fight in UK

Q: How much money did Anthony Joshua secretly sacrifice by blocking Dana White's massive American mega-deal for this December clash?

There is no disclosed exact figure, but Eddie Hearn’s account indicates Joshua gave up “many millions” by refusing the U.S. offer. That is the clearest available answer from the reporting. Hearn said an enhanced American package had been discussed, was “probably deliverable” and effectively agreed in principle, but Joshua chose to stick to the original UK contract instead. None of the reports cited a precise number, and no promoter, broadcaster or organizer publicly quantified the gap. What is known is that the U.S. move was expected to come with a bigger gross purse, but Joshua’s side argued that fighting in America would also reduce his net income because of higher tax exposure and add extra travel, media and logistical burdens. Hearn said those factors were serious enough that Matchroom sent an addendum seeking revised terms if the fight were moved abroad. So the best supported answer is that Joshua did not secretly sacrifice a confirmed named sum such as £10 million or $20 million. Publicly, the amount has only been described as a package worth “many millions more” than the UK deal. Until the final contracts are released, the exact sacrifice remains unverified.

3 articles · Updated · Boxing News 24 · Sep 16

Joshua chose the original UK contract over a richer U.S. package after promoters said the revised Madison Square Garden terms were workable.
Hearn said the American offer had to cover higher taxes, travel, media duties and outstanding payments, showing money was negotiated before Joshua opted to stay home.
Keeping the bout in Britain protects Joshua’s standing with the fan base that built his career and also leaves Dana White and Zuffa Boxing out of the promotion.
Hearn said a UK confirmation could come within a week, but warned fans not to book yet; Cardiff is still only an option, and a 1 a.m. local start remains possible for Netflix’s U.S. audience.