Tyson Fury could step into the ring at Wembley in the middle of the night, according to Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn, who explained the timing dilemma on 9 July 2026.

The heavyweight showdown with Anthony Joshua remains contracted for the UK, but a late‑night start is being weighed to capture a prime‑time US audience while still delivering a massive live crowd.

Why is a midnight kickoff being considered?

Hearn told GiveMeSport’s Sam Cohen that Netflix, the fight’s broadcaster, and Saudi promoter Turki Alalshikh are pouring huge sums into the event. Their goal, he said, is “the biggest audience possible globally.” A start that aligns with US prime time would push the British start time well past midnight, a compromise that could boost worldwide viewership.

How would a late start affect UK fans?

Transport for London would need to keep services running into the early hours for the estimated 90,000‑plus spectators. Hearn warned that without mayoral support, fans could be stranded at 2‑3 am. He stressed that the city’s infrastructure and the Mayor’s backing are essential to make a post‑midnight exit feasible.

Why isn’t the fight moving to America?

Matchroom rejected an American venue outright. “They came to us and said, ‘Let’s look at doing the fight in America.’ We said no,” Hearn said. Joshua wants the biggest fight of his career on home soil, and the contract obliges the bout to stay in the UK. Relocating would require renegotiating the entire agreement.

What does this mean for the broadcast schedule?

Hearn recalled the Fury‑Makhmudov bout, which aired at 4 pm ET (9 pm UK) and struggled against US college football. A later UK start could bring the fight closer to US prime time without making it absurdly late for British viewers. The plan would still need London’s transport network to accommodate fans leaving after the bell.

What’s the next step?

Discussions are ongoing between Hearn, Alalshikh and Netflix. The consensus is that Wembley stays the venue, but the kickoff could shift “a little later” to satisfy both markets. If the proposal gains traction, fans may soon be booking overnight trains to catch a historic heavyweight clash that could reshape boxing’s global calendar.