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Tyson Fury is returning to the ring – and bringing the fight to Thailand. The former two-time heavyweight world champion faces Polish veteran Mariusz Wach at Max Muay Thai Stadium in Pattaya on Friday July 24. The charity bout also serves as Fury’s final tune-up before Fury’s proposed showdown with fellow Briton Anthony Joshua later this year.
Fury's connection to Pattaya runs deeper than fight night. He trained in the city before his April comeback victory over Arslanbek Makhmudov in London and has described the Thai resort as ‘special’ to him. The bout is also a first for Max Muay Thai Stadium, a purpose-built arena known for weekly Muay Thai cards broadcast across Asia but yet to host a heavyweight boxer of Fury’s profile.
There is a charitable angle too. Fury has reportedly agreed to fight without taking a purse, with net ticket proceeds going to the Father Ray Foundation, a Pattaya-based charity supporting orphans, children with disabilities and other vulnerable people. Only 1,500 tickets will be available. The WBC will also present Fury with its inaugural Humanitarian Title on the night.
It is quite the pairing: one of boxing's biggest names headlining a charity card in a Pattaya arena built for Muay Thai, weeks before he is expected to face Joshua. For Thailand, it is another eye-catching addition to the country's international sporting calendar.
When: Friday July 24 2026, 9.45pm–1.30am. Doors open at 10pm, with the first bout at 10.15pm. Entry is timed, and organisers have asked fans not to arrive before 9.45pm because the venue will not be accessible earlier.
Where: Max Muay Thai Stadium, Pattaya – one of Thailand's best-known fight venues, hosting a heavyweight boxer of Fury's stature for the first time.
Tickets: On sale now via Tickettailor.