Bare Knuckle Boxing (BKB) CEO David Tetreault revealed that his promotion is in active discussions with Tyson Fury and former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. about staging a major bare knuckle event. While no official fight or date has been confirmed, Tetreault expressed confidence that the organization has the financial backing to bring the event to life if they can design an engaging fight card. Recently, Fury and Ruiz made appearances at BKB events, with Fury attending BKB 58 in Miami and Ruiz at BKB 59 in Tijuana, signaling growing interest in the sport from well-known boxing figures.

Tyson Fury, widely recognized for his stature in heavyweight boxing, is currently preparing for his next conventional fight against Anthony Joshua, scheduled for December 11, 2026, at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff. Meanwhile, Andy Ruiz Jr. is recovering from a defeat he suffered to Damian Knyba on September 4, 2026. Despite these ongoing commitments, the talks with BKB show potential for Fury and Ruiz to make significant moves into bare knuckle boxing, which continues to gain momentum as an alternative combat sport.

Tetreault highlighted that the success of this potential mega event hinges on constructing the right combination of marquee fighters and entertainment to captivate fans. BKB has recently expanded its footprint in the UK and Mexico, suggesting multiple possible locations for hosting this high-profile bout. Should the event materialize, it would mark one of the biggest bare knuckle matches ever attempted and position BKB as a serious contender in the combat sports landscape.

Looking ahead, BKB has two confirmed upcoming events in the UK: BKB 60 on October 10, 2026, at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle, and BKB 61 on November 14, 2026, at Indigo at The O2 in London. The promotion is also working to elevate fighters like Jesse Sparks and Cub Hawkins as part of its growth strategy. For now, the boxing community and fans alike will be watching Fury’s upcoming clash with Joshua closely, as a strong performance there could accelerate his involvement with bare knuckle boxing.