Last updated by Jemima Todd on Monday, 19th October 2026

Fury vs Joshua is set for a late finish in Cardiff. The event takes place at Principality Stadium on Friday 11 December 2026, with the headline ringwalk proposed for around 1am UK time on Saturday 12 December, subject to licensing and the final schedule.

The full undercard and bout order are still to be announced. Recent reports have linked several heavyweight matchups with the bill, but none should yet be treated as a confirmed supporting fight.

For fans attending, this guide brings together the timings currently available, the latest undercard developments and what to check before travelling. Seat Unique is the event’s Official Hospitality Partner, with official VIP tickets and hospitality available to book now.

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Fury vs Joshua schedule: what is confirmed?

Part of the evening Latest information
Event date and venue Friday 11 December 2026, Principality Stadium, Cardiff.
Listed event time 5pm on Friday, as displayed by the venue. This is not a confirmed headline fight time.
Admission and hospitality arrival Follow your final ticket instructions and package itinerary.
First undercard bout To be announced.
Full card and bout order To be announced.
Headline ringwalk Proposed for around 1am UK time on Saturday 12 December, subject to licensing and the final schedule.
Opening bell for Fury vs Joshua After the entrances and introductions. Exact time to be confirmed.

Why are the ringwalks expected after midnight?

Sky Sports reported on Thursday 8 October that an application to Cardiff Council proposed a ringwalk around 1am, following a short live music performance. The application sought extended operating hours, including a stadium closing time of 3.30am. The late schedule is intended to accommodate the international audience.

Those are proposed arrangements, rather than a final timetable. The event remains subject to licence, and an exact performance slot or closing time should not be treated as guaranteed.

The practical point for ticket holders is straightforward: plan for an event that begins on Friday and may finish well into Saturday. Check the final guidance before committing to a journey home at a particular time.

Who is on the Fury vs Joshua undercard?

Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua is the confirmed headline contest. Netflix’s official event guide says further fighters will be announced later, so the complete undercard and running order remain outstanding.

Several potential fights have featured in recent reporting. These are separate proposals, rather than additions to a confirmed card.

Deontay Wilder vs Jai Opetaia

Dana White told Sky Sports in a report published on Saturday 10 October that Opetaia was likely to appear on the undercard and that a Wilder matchup was being discussed. The proposed matchup remains unconfirmed.

Deontay Wilder vs Rico Verhoeven

In comments reported by talkSPORT on Thursday 15 October, Verhoeven said he had accepted an offer to face Wilder but was waiting for a response from the other side. This is another proposed opponent for Wilder, rather than confirmation of his appearance in Cardiff.

Justis Huni vs Richard Riakporhe

Seconds Out reported on Friday 16 October that Fury’s manager Spencer Brown would like to see Huni and Riakporhe meet on the undercard. That is a suggested matchup, with no confirmed booking or position in the running order.

Until the organisers announce the supporting bouts, there is no reliable bout-by-bout timetable. Reported negotiations can change, so avoid building your plans around seeing an unannounced fighter.

Ringwalks and the opening bell: what is the difference?

The ringwalk is the fighter’s entrance. Once both boxers are in the ring, introductions and final preparations take place before the referee starts the contest. An advertised ringwalk time therefore comes before the opening bell.

Earlier fights can finish quickly or go the distance, while intervals and broadcast arrangements also affect the programme. Use the final schedule as a planning guide and follow updates on the night, rather than treating an estimate as a precise countdown.

When should hospitality guests arrive?

Follow the arrival time and location stated in your package itinerary. Some current Seat Unique experiences include pre-fight hospitality at a separate venue in central Cardiff, followed by premium seating at Principality Stadium.

Check the hospitality address before travelling. Allow time for the transfer to the stadium and entry checks, particularly if there is an undercard bout you want to watch. A headline ringwalk estimate is not an arrival time for your hospitality experience.

Dining, drinks and access arrangements vary by package. Do not assume that hospitality remains open throughout the card or after the main event; use the inclusions and timings supplied for your booking.

Planning for the end of the night

Check overnight transport and accommodation options against the eventual event schedule. Allow time to leave the stadium and reach your pickup point or accommodation after the fight, rather than planning around the final bell alone.

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