Dua Lipa Rejects Offer to Headline Saudi-Backed Joshua vs Fury Showdown

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Pop star Dua Lipa has turned down an offer to perform at the much-anticipated Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight. The invitation came from the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, but she declined to appear at the Wembley event. Her refusal marks a rare setback for Saudi’s boxing expansion, which has secured major musical acts for previous high-profile events. Organisers now face the task of finding a replacement who can meet the production standards expected for an international boxing broadcast. Meanwhile, Anthony Joshua is confirmed to return to the ring on July 25, 2026, in Riyadh against Kristian Prenga. This fight will be his first competitive bout since last December’s tragic car accident in Nigeria that claimed two of his team members.

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