(Video) John Fury Goes Scorched Earth on Carl Froch at Tyson Fury Press Conference

Tyson Fury's return to the squared circle gets further attention after John Fury goes on a furious rant at Carl Froch.

(Video) John Fury Goes Scorched Earth on Carl Froch at Tyson Fury Press Conference

John Fury goes off on Carl Froch at Tyson Fury press conference (via talkSPORT)

Tyson Fury’s latest retirement U-turn has reignited anticipation for his return, with the April 11 bout drawing attention. As preparations build at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, familiar drama has resurfaced outside the ring. His father, John Fury, known for heated pre-fight confrontations, was again at the center of controversy after launching an aggressive rant at former British boxer-turned-analyst Carl Froch.

Froch has built a reputation for blunt, cutthroat analysis that frequently places him at the center of controversy with active fighters and their teams. In recent months, he has been openly critical of Tyson Fury’s repeated retirement announcements and swift reversals.

Froch also questioned the ‘Gypsy King’ over his handling of consecutive championship defeats to former undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk. For the unversed, Fury is set to return against rising Russian contender Arslanbek Makhmudov at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 11.

Moreover, the event is scheduled to stream live on Netflix as part of a major broadcast rollout. John Fury was in London for the launch press conference, where he called out Froch, who was working in a pundit capacity alongside heavyweight legend Lennox Lewis during the live media event.

Get that (expletive) Carl Froch here. If he wants it I’m here. If you’re not willing to put up shut up. Run like a (expletive) Carl Froch, run like a (expletive).

John Fury via Netflix

This is not the first time Froch has clashed with the 60-year-old Fury. Froch’s sustained criticism of Tyson Fury’s career decisions and performances has repeatedly drawn backlash from John, who has defended his son’s achievements and résumé. In a previous exchange, ‘The Cobra’ responded to John’s callout to meet in the ring by stating he would accept the challenge, while cautioning about the risks involved.

The 60-year-old has previously been involved in altercations at his son’s boxing events, reinforcing a pattern of volatile appearances during fight weeks. In 2024, he headbutted a member of the opposing camp at a pre-fight event ahead of the undisputed clash with Usyk, sustaining a forehead cut. He has also confronted rival team members at press conferences, prompting increased security at promotional events.

John Fury’s repeated involvement in heated exchanges has consistently drawn added attention to major fight promotions, expanding coverage beyond the sporting contest itself. Tyson Fury has acknowledged that his father’s actions contribute to the publicity surrounding his bouts. The latest rant in London ahead of his son’s return to the squared circle again intensified focus on the April 11 showdown.

John Fury weighs in on a potential rematch between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul

Tommy Fury handed Jake Paul his first professional defeat in Saudi Arabia in February 2023, winning a split decision after eight rounds.

The bout generated strong pay-per-view interest and marked a pivotal moment for both, establishing Fury as a legitimate professional while testing Paul against a traditionally trained opponent. Since then, both have remained active against new opposition in pursuit of rankings.

Tyson Fury speaks on a potential rematch between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury
Tyson Fury speaks on a potential rematch between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury (via Boxing Scene, CNN)

Tensions between Paul and John Fury were evident throughout the buildup to the 2023 bout, with repeated verbal clashes during fight week. The former bare-knuckle fighter and boxer also attempted to confront Paul in the ring after the contest, moments after his son’s victory was confirmed. Now, nearly three years later, John has revisited the rivalry by weighing in on how a potential rematch would play out.

We’re going to make Jake Paul wait because he made us wait. Now he’s in the cold he wants to step back into the hot weather but it’s not going to happen for him and it’s going to be hard this time. He made it hard for us, we’re going to make it hard for him. You know me and Tommy, we are an item, we do things as father and son and he believes wholeheartedly in me, that’s why he’s a multi-millionaire who’s 12-0 and never had a black eye.

Tyson Fury via Boxing Now

Tensions between Tommy Fury and Jake Paul remain evident, with both continuing to trade barbs across social media while hinting at unfinished business.

Online exchanges and indirect callouts have kept speculation alive about a second meeting in the ring. However, recent remarks from John Fury suggesting Paul may need to wait for another opportunity could further delay any realistic path toward a rematch.

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