Fury Recruits Chinese Giant for Ring Return

Tyson Fury is currently in Thailand, actively preparing for his return to boxing in the first quarter of 2026. His training camp has recently welcomed a new sparring partner: undefeated Chinese heavyweight Yihang Yang.

Yang, a 21-year-old from Wuhan, boasts a perfect 4-0 professional record, with three of his wins coming by knockout in the first round. His agility and ability to switch-hit make him a valuable asset for Fury's preparation, regardless of his opponent's fighting stance.

While Fury gears up, Arslanbek Makhmudov is reportedly the frontrunner to be his next opponent. Fury's manager, Spencer Brown, indicated a desire for Fury to have three fights in 2026, potentially starting with a homecoming bout in Manchester. Other potential opponents mentioned for later in the year include Fabio Wardley and Anthony Joshua.