History of Tyson Fury in Timeline
Tyson Fury is a British professional boxer renowned for holding multiple world heavyweight championships. His accomplishments include unified titles (2015-2016), two reigns with The Ring magazine title (2015-2022), and holding the WBC title (2020-2024). He also previously held the IBO title during his initial championship reign, solidifying his place as a prominent figure in heavyweight boxing.
August 1988: Tyson Fury's birth
In August 1988, Tyson Luke Fury was born in the Wythenshawe area of Manchester to Irish Traveller parents. He was named after Mike Tyson.
December 1997: Death of Fury's sister, Ramona
In December 1997, Tyson Fury's sister, Ramona, was born and died within days. Fury was nine years old at the time.
November 1999: Fury vs Wilder II breaks Nevada gate record set by Holyfield vs Lewis II
The Fury vs Wilder II fight broke the Nevada gate record for a heavyweight bout previously set by Evander Holyfield vs. Lennox Lewis II in November 1999, with a gate of $16,916,440.
2006: Fury participated in senior national championships
In 2006, Tyson Fury participated in the senior national championships, representing Jimmy Egan's Boxing Academy, but was beaten by David Price.
2006: Fury won bronze at World Junior Championships
In 2006, Tyson Fury won a bronze medal at the World Junior Championships as an amateur boxer.
2006: Fury won bronze at AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships
In 2006, Tyson Fury won bronze at the AIBA Youth World Boxing Championships.
May 2007: Fury won the EU Junior Championship
In May 2007, Tyson Fury won the EU Junior Championship, defeating Istvan Bernath in the final.
July 2007: Fury won silver at the European Junior Championship
In July 2007, Tyson Fury won silver at the European Junior Championship, losing to Maxim Babanin in the final.
2007: Fury represented Ireland in matches against Poland and the US
In 2007, Tyson Fury represented Ireland three times at international level. He won both of his fights against Poland and won his bout against the US by knockout.
2007: Fury won gold at EU Junior Championships and silver at European Junior Championships
In 2007, Tyson Fury won gold at the EU Junior Championships and silver at the European Junior Championships as an amateur boxer.
December 2008: Fury's professional debut
On 6 December 2008, Tyson Fury made his professional debut at the age of 20 in Nottingham, defeating Bela Gyongyosi via TKO in the first round.
2008: Fury did not get chance to represent Great Britain at Olympics
In 2008, Tyson Fury did not get the chance to represent Great Britain at the Olympics because David Price was selected.
2008: Fury Marries Paris Mullroy
In 2008, Tyson Fury married Paris (née Mullroy) at St. Peter in Chains Catholic Church in Doncaster, South Yorkshire. They had met when she was 15 and he was 17 and began dating the following year.
2008: Fury won ABA super-heavyweight title and turned professional
In 2008, Tyson Fury won the ABA super-heavyweight title and turned professional later that year.
2008: Fury won ABA Super-Heavyweight Title
In 2008, Tyson Fury won the ABA super-heavyweight title as an amateur boxer.
2008: Wilder's lowest weigh-in since 2008
Prior to his December 1, 2018 fight with Fury, Wilder weighed in at 212+1⁄2 pounds (96.4 kg), his lowest since his debut in 2008 when he weighed 207+1⁄4 pounds (94.0 kg).
September 2009: Fury fought John McDermott for the English Heavyweight Title
On 11 September 2009, Tyson Fury fought John McDermott for the English heavyweight title and won via a controversial points decision. The controversy resulted in the British Boxing Board of Control mandating three judges for all English title fights.
2009: Rogan had not beaten an opponent
In 2009, Rogan had not beaten an opponent with a winning record since 2009.
June 2010: Fury defeated McDermott in Rematch for English Heavyweight Title
On 25 June 2010, Tyson Fury defeated John McDermott in a rematch by TKO to win the English heavyweight title for a second time.
2010: Fury partners with SugarHill Steward and returns to Kronk Gym
In the build-up to the February 2020 rematch, Fury partnered with SugarHill Steward, nephew of Hall-of-Fame trainer Emanuel Steward, and that he would return to Kronk Gym, where he briefly trained in 2010.
July 2011: Fury faced and defeated Derek Chisora
On 23 July 2011, Tyson Fury faced undefeated heavyweight Derek Chisora for the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles at Wembley Arena in London. Fury won via unanimous decision.
September 2011: Fury fought Nicolai Firtha in Belfast
On 17 September 2011, Tyson Fury fought Nicolai Firtha in a non-title bout at the King's Hall, Belfast. Fury won by TKO in round 5.
2011: Fury held British and Commonwealth Titles
In 2011, Tyson Fury held the British title twice and the Commonwealth title.
2011: Fury expressed frustration about missing the Olympics
Speaking in 2011, Fury expressed that he should have gone to the Olympic games in 2008 and won a gold medal for Ireland, but was denied the chance to do it.
2011: Fury trained by his father until 2011
Until 2011, Tyson Fury was trained in boxing by his father, John Fury, who was then jailed.
April 2012: Fury fought Martin Rogan for the Irish heavyweight title
On 14 April 2012, Tyson Fury fought Martin Rogan at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast for the vacant Irish heavyweight title and won by TKO.
November 2012: Fury announced to fight Kevin Johnson
On 12 November 2012, it was announced that Tyson Fury would fight Kevin Johnson in a WBC title eliminator at the Odyssey Arena in Belfast on 1 December.
2012: Fury decided not to wait for Olympics
In 2012, Tyson Fury decided not to wait for the Olympics and remained in the professional boxing arena.
2012: Fury held Commonwealth Title
In 2012, Tyson Fury held the Commonwealth title.
February 2013: Fury to fight Steve Cunningham
On 20 February 2013, it was reported that Tyson Fury would fight Steve Cunningham in his United States debut at Madison Square Garden Theater on 20 April. The bout was an IBF title eliminator.
September 2013: Fight against David Haye cancelled
In September 2013, Tyson Fury's highly anticipated fight against David Haye, scheduled for September 28, was called off after Haye sustained a cut above his eye during training on September 21. This injury required six stitches. The fight was initially postponed to February 2014.
November 2013: Fury Announces Retirement, Then Confirms Decision
In November 2013, Tyson Fury announced his retirement from boxing on November 20, citing corruption in the sport. The next day, November 21, he reaffirmed his decision, stating he would never fight again.
January 2014: Fury to Fight Gonzalo Omar Basile, Basile Replaced by Joey Abell
In January 2014, it was announced on January 24, that Tyson Fury would fight Gonzalo Omar Basile on February 15 at the Copper Box Arena. However, on February 5, Basile withdrew due to a lung infection and was replaced by Joey Abell.
February 2014: Second Cancellation of Fight Against Haye
In February 2014, the rescheduled fight between Tyson Fury and David Haye, originally set for February 8, was cancelled for a second time. On November 17, Haye cited a career-threatening shoulder injury requiring surgery as the reason, hinting at retirement. Fury accused Haye of avoiding the fight.
July 2014: Chisora pulls out of fight with Fury
In July 2014, Derek Chisora was forced to withdraw from his scheduled fight against Tyson Fury on July 26, due to a fractured hand sustained in training. Russian Alexander Ustinov was intended to be Chisora's replacement. Fury then pulled out of the fight after his uncle became seriously ill.
November 2014: Fury Defeats Chisora in Rematch
In November 2014, Tyson Fury and Derek Chisora rescheduled their rematch for November 29 at ExCeL London. Fury won after Chisora's corner stopped the fight at the end of the 10th round. Fury dominated the fight, using a southpaw stance and his jab effectively.
December 2014: Fury Announces Fight Against Christian Hammer
In December 2014, on December 26, it was announced that Tyson Fury would fight Christian Hammer on February 28, 2015, at the O2 Arena in London, as a final bout before challenging Wladimir Klitschko.
2014: Paris Fury Suffers Miscarriage Before Ustinov Bout
In 2014, Paris Fury suffered a miscarriage before Tyson Fury's cancelled bout with Ustinov, marking a difficult time for the couple.
2014: Fury held European Title
In 2014, Tyson Fury held the European title.
2014: Fury trained by his uncle
In 2014, Tyson Fury was trained by his uncle Hughie Fury until Hughie's death.
February 2015: Fury defeats Christian Hammer
In February 2015, Tyson Fury defeated Christian Hammer on February 28 via corner stoppage in the 8th round at the O2 Arena in London. Fury dominated the fight and dropped Hammer in the 5th round.
February 2015: UK Anti-Doping Sample
In February 2015, a sample was taken from Tyson Fury that later resulted in charges from the UK Anti-Doping agency for the presence of nandrolone. The charges were announced on June 24, 2016.
February 2015: Disqualification of Tyson's win over Christian Hammer
Tyson's February 2015 win over Christian Hammer was disqualified due to the agreement with UKAD.
July 2015: Fury vs Klitschko Fight Confirmed
In July 2015, a world heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko was confirmed. The fight was for the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring heavyweight titles.
September 2015: Fury Expresses Interest in Running for MP
In September 2015, Tyson Fury expressed interest in running to be an independent MP for Morecambe and Lunesdale. He stated that the government was too focused on providing services for immigrants and not enough on homeless people and those with drug and alcohol problems.
October 2015: Fury vs Klitschko fight postponed
In October 2015, the fight between Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko, initially scheduled for October 24, was postponed to November 28 after Klitschko sustained a calf injury.
November 2015: Fury vs Klitschko fight date
In November 2015, the fight between Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko was scheduled for November 28.
December 2015: Fury Stripped of IBF Title
In December 2015, on December 8, Tyson Fury was stripped of the IBF title because the contract for the Klitschko fight included a rematch clause, preventing Fury from facing the IBF's mandatory challenger Vyacheslav Glazkov.
December 2015: Period of Ineligibility Backdated
On December 12, 2017, UKAD backdated the two year period of ineligibility to December 13, 2015.
2015: Scrutiny of Past Comments
After Tyson Fury became world champion in 2015, the British media began to scrutinise what he had said in the past. He received criticism for comments he made denouncing abortion, paedophilia, and homosexuality.
2015: Fury held unified titles
In 2015, Tyson Fury held multiple world heavyweight championships, including unified titles and the Ring magazine title.
2015: Nomination for BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award
In 2015, Tyson Fury was nominated for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year Award. Fury ultimately came fourth in the SPOTY award and apologized to anyone that had been hurt by his past comments.
2015: Fury's fight against Klitschko named Upset and earned Fighter of the Year
In 2015, Tyson Fury's victorious fight against Wladimir Klitschko was named Upset of the Year by The Ring and earned him Fighter of the Year.
April 2016: Fury Speaks About Racial Abuse as an Irish Traveller
In April 2016, Tyson Fury spoke about the racial abuse he receives as an Irish Traveller, stating that "no one wants to see a Gypsy do well". He expressed feeling bias against his community.
April 2016: Klitschko Rematch Announced
In April 2016, on April 8, the rematch with Klitschko was announced, scheduled for July 9 at the Manchester Arena. Fury admitted to lacking motivation and gaining significant weight after the first fight.
May 2016: Fury criticised for controversial comments and apologises
In May 2016, Tyson Fury faced criticism for comments made about transgender people and "Zionist Jewish people." The interview was deleted, and Fury apologised, stating his words may have hurt people and that media scrutiny caused him to act out. He promised to uphold the highest standards as an ambassador for British boxing.
June 2016: Fury Charged by UK Anti-Doping
In June 2016, on June 24, Tyson Fury and his cousin, Hughie Fury, were charged by UK Anti-Doping for the presence of nandrolone in a sample taken in February 2015. Both Tyson and Hughie denied the charge.
June 2016: Delays in results management
In June 2016, there were delays in results management that meant charges were not brought in respect of the nandrolone findings until June 2016, according to UKAD.
July 2016: Klitschko Rematch Postponed Again
In July 2016, on June 24, the rematch between Tyson Fury and Wladimir Klitschko, scheduled for July 9, was postponed again due to Fury sustaining a sprained ankle in training.
October 2016: BBBofC Suspension
In October 2016, The British Boxing Board of Control publicly announced that Fury was still suspended and would not be fighting in May. Warren said that along with the dispute with the BBBofC there would need to be a court hearing with UK Anti-Doping (UKAD).
October 2016: Fury Vacates World Titles
In October 2016, on October 12, Tyson Fury decided to vacate the WBA (Unified), WBO, and IBO heavyweight titles amidst investigation into his cocaine use, nandrolone findings, and being deemed medically unfit to fight. He cited his inability to defend the titles at the time and the need to focus on his personal challenges.
October 2016: Fury Speaks About Mental Health Struggles
In October 2016, on October 4, Tyson Fury spoke with Rolling Stone about his struggles with depression, stating he had been dealing with personal demons and didn't want to live anymore, also admitting to drinking and using cocaine. He also disclosed he was seeing psychiatrists who diagnosed him with a version of bipolar disorder.
December 2016: Potential fight against Wilder
In December 2016, Fury's uncle Peter announced that Fury would be returning around spring in 2017 and would aim for a fight against WBC champion Deontay Wilder.
2016: Fury held unified titles
In 2016, Tyson Fury held multiple world heavyweight championships, including unified titles.
March 2017: Fury Announces Return Fight Date and Promoter Change
In March 2017, on March 6, Tyson Fury tweeted that his return fight would take place on May 13. He also indicated that he was working with promoter Frank Warren after leaving Mick Hennessy.
May 2017: Fury's Case Adjourned
In May 2017, Robert Smith, general secretary of the BBBofC, stated that Tyson Fury's case was "complex" and had been adjourned.
May 2017: Fury's Return Fight Planned for May 13
In May 2017, Tyson Fury's return fight was set to take place on May 13. The fight would have been on the undercard of Josh Warrington, but it was later revealed he was still suspended.
August 2017: Fury Announces Third Retirement
In August 2017, Tyson Fury announced his retirement from boxing for the third time.
September 2017: Fury Challenges UKAD for Reply
In September 2017, Tyson Fury challenged UKAD to either ban him or reinstate his boxing license. He expressed frustration over the prolonged investigation, which had lasted over a year.
November 2017: Fury Announces Story to Tell
In November 2017, Tyson Fury stated he has a story to tell about his experiences with depression and mental health problems, hoping to inspire others. He reflected on his journey from a clean-living man to struggling with drugs and alcohol, then returning to become the heavyweight world champion.
November 2017: Fury announces comeback after signing with MTK Global
In November 2017, it was reported by BBC Sport that a National Anti-Doping Panel hearing for Fury was due to take place in December. On November 23rd, a hearing was set for December 2017 according to Robert Smith of the BBBofC. On November 25th, 2017, Fury announced his comeback after signing with managerial group MTK Global.
December 2017: National Anti-Doping Panel hearing set for Fury
In December 2017, a National Anti-Doping Panel hearing was due to take place regarding Fury. The hearing start date was set for December 11th, with a potential outcome being Fury facing a four-year ban. Fury did not attend the hearing. According to Robert Smith of the BBBofC, a hearing was set for a date in December 2017.
December 2017: UKAD resolves charges against the Furys
On December 12, 2017, UKAD announced they had agreed with the Furys and the BBBoC to resolve the charges. The two-year period of ineligibility was backdated to December 13, 2015, and therefore expired at midnight on December 12, 2017. Tyson's February 2015 win over Christian Hammer was disqualified but his Klitschko triumph was not.
2017: Fury splits with trainer Ben Davison
In the build-up to the February 2020 rematch, Fury split with trainer Ben Davison, who had coached Fury since late 2017.
2017: Fury-Whyte Sets New Attendance Record
The Fury-Whyte boxing contest ultimately took place in front of a record-breaking crowd of 94,000 fans: 4,000 more than the attendance of Anthony Joshua vs. Wladimir Klitschko which also took place at Wembley Stadium in 2017, setting a new attendance record for a boxing match in Europe.
January 2018: BBBoC to consider renewal of Fury's boxing licence
In January 2018, the BBBofC said they would consider the renewal of Fury's boxing licence.
January 2018: Fury to re-apply for boxing licence
On January 10, 2018, Fury announced he would be re-applying for his boxing licence through the BBBofC. An interview took place between Fury and BBBofC on January 19, where the latter agreed to re-instate Fury as long as he sent them up-to-date medical records after visiting a psychologist.
February 2018: Fury Stripped of The Ring Magazine Heavyweight Championship
In February 2018, Tyson Fury was stripped of his last remaining title, The Ring magazine's heavyweight championship, on February 1.
February 2018: UKAD reveals expenses on Fury case
In February 2018, UKAD revealed they spent £585,659 on the Fury case. £576,587 was paid to London law firm Bird & Bird, barrister fees came to £1,130 and around £8,000 was paid for laboratory work. UKAD believed they could regain £250,000 through legal insurance.
April 2018: Fury signs multi-fight deal with Queensberry Promotions
On April 12, 2018, Fury announced he had signed a multi-fight deal with Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions. He stated that he intended to fight at least three times before 2019, starting on 9 June at the Manchester Arena.
July 2018: Fury to fight Francesco Pianeta on August 18
On July 12, 2018, it was announced that Fury would fight Francesco Pianeta on August 18. On July 30, it was reported that there were ongoing negotiations for a fight to take place in either November or December 2018 between Fury and Wilder.
August 2018: Fury Wins Against Francesco Pianeta
In August 2018, Tyson Fury won a boxing match against Francesco Pianeta in the U.K.
November 2018: Fury vs. Wilder fight confirmed for either Las Vegas or New York
During the post-fight interviews, promoter Warren confirmed the Fury vs. Wilder fight was on. The fight would take place in either Las Vegas or New York in November 2018. The fight would be aired on PPV in the United States on Showtime and in the UK on BT Sports Box Office.
December 2018: Tommy Fury's Professional Debut
On 22 December 2018, Tyson Fury's half-brother Tommy made his professional boxing debut.
December 2018: Negotiations for Fury vs Wilder fight in November or December
On July 30, 2018, it was reported that there were ongoing negotiations for a fight to take place in either November or December 2018 between Fury and Wilder.
December 2018: Fury vs Wilder fight set for December 1
On September 22, both Fury and Wilder confirmed they had signed the contract and the fight would take place on December 1, 2018. According to the California State Athletic Commission, Wilder would earn a guaranteed base purse of $4 million and Fury would take home a guaranteed purse of $3 million.
2018: Paris Fury Loses Child on Day of Tyson's Comeback Fight
In 2018, Paris Fury lost another child on the day of Tyson Fury's comeback fight against Seferi, adding to the personal challenges faced by the couple.
2018: Fury's fight against Wilder named Round of the Year
In 2018, Tyson Fury's drawn fight against Deontay Wilder was named Round of the Year by The Ring, earning him Comeback of the Year.
2018: Irish High Court Judge Links Kinahan to Organised Crime
In 2018, an Irish High Court judge stated that Daniel Kinahan is a senior figure in organised crime on a global scale. This information is relevant due to Fury's association with Kinahan in 2020 and later years.
September 2019: Fury's Autobiography Rights Secured
In September 2019, Penguin Random House imprint Century secured the publishing rights to Tyson Fury's autobiography, titled Behind the Mask: My Autobiography.
September 2019: Fury Defeats Otto Wallin
On 14 September 2019, Tyson Fury defeated Otto Wallin by unanimous decision at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
October 2019: Fury Appears on WWE SmackDown and WWE Crown Jewel
In October 2019, Tyson Fury appeared on WWE's SmackDown, staring down Braun Strowman. He later jumped the barricade. On 31 October at Crown Jewel, Fury defeated Strowman via countout. On 8 November, Fury and Strowman suggested forming a tag team.
November 2019: Interest in Mixed Martial Arts
In November 2019, Tyson Fury expressed interest in competing in mixed martial arts and had a training session with Darren Till. Conor McGregor offered to train him.
November 2019: Release of "Behind the Mask: My Autobiography"
On 14 November 2019, Tyson Fury's autobiography "Behind the Mask: My Autobiography" was released and reached number one on Amazon within 24 hours.
November 2019: Fury to face Wilder in rematch
On November 27, 2019, ESPN announced that Fury would face Deontay Wilder on 22 February 2020, in a rematch of their bout in 2018, which resulted in a controversial draw.
December 2019: Rematch announced for February 2020
On December 27, 2019, the rematch between Fury and Wilder was officially announced for February 2020, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
2019: Guest Vocalist on Robbie Williams' Album
In 2019, Tyson Fury appeared as a guest vocalist on Robbie Williams' studio album The Christmas Present, for the song "Bad Sharon".
June 2020: Fury Publicly Thanks Daniel Kinahan and later parts ways with him
In June 2020, Tyson Fury publicly thanked Daniel Kinahan for his role in brokering a potential fight with Anthony Joshua. Later, on June 24, 2020, it was announced that Fury had parted ways with Kinahan as an advisor after controversy surrounding Kinahan's alleged ties to organized crime.
June 2020: Fury and Joshua agree to two-fight deal
On June 11, 2020, Anthony Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn announced that Fury and Joshua had agreed a two-fight deal, provided that Fury defeated Wilder and Joshua defeated his mandatory challenger, Kubrat Pulev.
July 2020: Trilogy fight tentatively scheduled for July 2020
After his loss to Fury in the first rematch, Deontay Wilder activated the clause for a second rematch fight with Tyson Fury. The trilogy fight was tentatively scheduled for July 2020, but this was later postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
August 2020: WBC approves the trilogy contract
In August 2020, Fury's promoter Bob Arum said "the WBC approved the trilogy contract and that provides for postponements. And certainly, if you can't do it with spectators, a reasonable postponement would be okay. It's a different kind of fight."
August 2020: Fury Purchases Gym for Tyson Fury Foundation
In August 2020, Tyson Fury purchased a gym which houses the Tyson Fury Foundation. Fury's foundation includes boxing, football, and rugby facilities.
October 2020: Fury Foregoes Wilder Trilogy Fight
In October 2020, Tyson Fury announced he was foregoing a trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder because organizers failed to deliver a date for the event in 2020. Fury was unwilling to delay fights with Joshua and remain out of the ring for an extended period.
2020: Fury held WBC title
In 2020, Tyson Fury held the World Boxing Council (WBC) title.
2020: Fury Ranked Among Highest Paid Athletes by Forbes
In 2020, Tyson Fury was ranked 11th among the highest-paid athletes in the world by Forbes, with an estimated income of $57 million.
2020: Fury's rematch defeat of Wilder earned Fighter of the Year
In 2020, Tyson Fury's rematch defeat of Deontay Wilder earned him Fighter of the Year for a second time by The Ring. Fury also became the third heavyweight, after Floyd Patterson and Muhammad Ali, to hold The Ring magazine title twice.
2020: Publication of "The Furious Method"
In 2020, Tyson Fury's second book, "The Furious Method", a self-help book focused on physical and mental health, was published and became a Sunday Times bestseller.
May 2021: Fury vs. Joshua Unification Fight in Doubt, Fury Signs Wilder Trilogy Contract
In May 2021, the proposed unification fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua was thrown into doubt after an arbitration ruling mandating a third fight with Deontay Wilder. Subsequently, Fury announced he had signed the contract for the Wilder trilogy fight, which was confirmed by Wilder's manager. Fury also defeated Otto Wallin by unanimous decision on 14 September 2019
December 2021: Fury Ordered to Defend WBC Title Against Whyte
In December 2021, WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman ordered Tyson Fury to defend his WBC title against Dillian Whyte, ruling that Fury would be entitled to 80% of the purse.
2021: Fury's fight against Wilder named Fight of the Year
In 2021, Tyson Fury's trilogy fight against Deontay Wilder was named Fight of the Year by The Ring.
January 2022: Deadline Set for Fury-Whyte Purse Bids
In January 2022, a deadline was set for purse bids for the Fury-Whyte fight after the fighters' camps could not agree to terms. Negotiations were ongoing to secure a fight for the undisputed heavyweight championship against Oleksandr Usyk, but a Fury and Usyk fight did not materialize.
January 2022: Queensberry Promotions Wins Fury-Whyte Purse Bid
On 28 January 2022, Frank Warren's Queensberry Promotions won the rights to promote the Fury-Whyte fight with a bid of $41,025,000. Fury announced he was "coming home" to box on U.K. soil for the first time since August 2018.
February 2022: Fury Photographed with Daniel Kinahan
In February 2022, Tyson Fury was photographed alongside Daniel Kinahan in Dubai, reigniting controversy due to Kinahan's alleged connections to organized crime.
February 2022: Fury Launches Furocity Energy Drinks
On 16 February 2022, Tyson Fury launched a new range of energy drinks named Furocity Energy.
June 2022: Fury Denied Entry to the United States
In June 2022, Tyson Fury was reportedly refused entry to the United States due to his links with Daniel Kinahan, who is subject to sanctions by the U.S. government's Office of Foreign Assets Control.
August 2022: Fury Announces Fourth Retirement
On 12 August 2022, Tyson Fury announced his fourth retirement from professional boxing and relinquished his Ring title.
September 2022: Fury Appears at WWE Clash at the Castle
On 3 September 2022, Tyson Fury appeared at Clash at the Castle, knocking out Austin Theory and staring down with Roman Reigns, before singing "American Pie" with Drew McIntyre.
October 2022: Fury Announces Return to Fight Chisora
On 20 October 2022, Tyson Fury announced his return from retirement to defend his WBC title against Derek Chisora in a trilogy bout on 3 December at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
November 2022: Fury Releases "Sweet Caroline" Cover
On 11 November 2022, Tyson Fury released a cover of "Sweet Caroline" as a single to raise money for Talk Club.
2022: Sponsorship Deal with Morecambe FC
Before their 2022–23 League One campaign, Tyson Fury signed a sponsorship deal with Morecambe FC, with the Gypsy King brand appearing on the team's shorts.
2022: Fury held The Ring magazine title
In 2022, Tyson Fury held The Ring magazine title.
2022: Fury Ranked Among Highest Paid Athletes by Forbes and Sportico
In 2022, Tyson Fury was ranked 18th among the highest-paid athletes in the world by Forbes with an estimated income of $62 million, and 14th by Sportico, with estimated earnings of $69 million.
August 2023: Netflix Series "At Home with the Furys" Released
On 16 August 2023, a Netflix series about Tyson Fury and his family, "At Home with the Furys", was released.
September 2023: Fury Signs Contract to Fight Usyk
On 29 September 2023, Tyson Fury signed a contract to face Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
October 2023: Fury to Face Ngannou in Boxing Debut
On 28 October 2023, Tyson Fury faced former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in Ngannou's professional boxing debut. The fight was ten rounds and counted as an official bout.
October 2023: Fury vs. Usyk Fight Delayed After Ngannou Bout
The fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, originally scheduled for 23 December, was delayed to 17 February 2024 after Fury's bout with Francis Ngannou in October 2023.
2023: Fury Ranked Among Highest Paid Athletes by Sportico
In 2023, Tyson Fury was ranked 64th among the highest-paid athletes in the world by Sportico, with estimated earnings of $40 million.
February 2024: Fury-Usyk Fight Postponed Again Due to Injury
On 2 February 2024, the Fury-Usyk fight was postponed again after Fury suffered a cut in sparring, requiring medical attention and stitching.
May 2024: Usyk and Fury Expected to Meet in Rematch
It was expected Usyk and Fury meet in a rematch in October 2024 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. On 29 May 2024 it was announced that the rematch was scheduled for 21 December 2024.
May 2024: Fury-Usyk Fight Rescheduled
The Fury-Usyk fight was rescheduled for 18 May 2024, with the winner becoming the first undisputed heavyweight champion of the four belt era.
June 2024: Usyk Vacates IBF Heavyweight Title
On 25 June 2024, Oleksandr Usyk vacates the IBF heavyweight title, meaning the undisputed status was not on the line.
October 2024: Usyk and Fury Expected to Meet in Rematch
Usyk and Fury were expected to meet in a rematch in October 2024 at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
December 2024: Fury Praises Usyk Before Fight
In December 2024 before the fight, Fury stated that Usyk was the best boxer in the world.
2024: Fury held WBC title
In 2024, Tyson Fury held the World Boxing Council (WBC) title.
2024: Fury Ranked Among Highest Paid Athletes by Forbes and Sportico
In 2024, Tyson Fury was ranked 42nd among the highest-paid athletes in the world by Forbes with an estimated income of $50 million, and 3rd by Sportico with estimated earnings of $147 million.
2024: Fury ranked among highest-paid athletes
In February 2025, Sportico ranked Fury at No. 3 among the highest-paid athletes of 2024, with an estimated income of $147 million.
January 2025: Fury Announces Fifth Retirement
On 13 January 2025, Tyson Fury announced his fifth retirement from professional boxing via Instagram.
February 2025: Fury ranked among highest-paid athletes
In February 2025, Sportico ranked Fury at No. 3 among the highest-paid athletes of 2024, with an estimated income of $147 million.
May 2025: Fury ranked among highest-paid athletes by Forbes
In May 2025, Forbes put him at No. 3 in its ranking of the highest-paid athletes in the world, with his earnings being estimated at $146 million.
November 2025: Fury ranked among best active heavyweight
As of November 2025, Fury is ranked as the world's sixth-best active heavyweight by BoxRec. The Ring ranks Fury as the best heavyweight after their champion, Oleksandr Usyk.
2025: Fury and Family Move to the Isle of Man
In 2025, Tyson Fury and his family moved to the Isle of Man, relocating from Morecambe, Lancashire.
2025: Fury Ranked Among Highest Paid Athletes by Forbes
In 2025, Tyson Fury was ranked 3rd among the highest-paid athletes in the world by Forbes with an estimated income of $146 million.
January 2026: Fury Appears to Announce Boxing Return
On 4 January 2026, Tyson Fury appeared to announce a return to professional boxing, again via Instagram.
February 2026: Fight against Makhmudov Announced
On 12 February 2026, it was announced that Fury's fight against Arslanbek Makhmudov would take place at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London on 11 April 2026.
April 2026: Fury to Fight Makhmudov
On 28 January 2026, it was announced that Fury would fight Arslanbek Makhmudov on 11 April 2026 at a venue to be confirmed later in the United Kingdom.
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