Murat Gassiev hits back at WBA regarding plans for Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury

WBA heavyweight champion Murat Gassiev has publicly objected to reports that the WBA 'super' heavyweight title could be on the line when Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury fight in Cardiff on December 11. Gassiev stated on Instagram that neither he nor his team was consulted before reports emerged about the vacant 'super' title being at stake in that bout. The reigning titleholder stressed that he earned his title by defending it in the ring, not through press releases.