The Principality Stadium has emerged as an option for Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury.
Joshua and Fury have signed to meet in a blockbuster all-British clash which is expected to take place at the back end of 2026.
The pair must first come through respective warm-up fights, with Fury facing Mariusz Wach while Joshua will go up against Kristian Prenga.
But arrangements are already being made for their clash, with the bout being explored to be hosted both in the US and UK.
Wembley Stadium is the current front runner, but Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh has requested a 2am start time for the clash to appeal to global audiences.
There are currently issues with starting the event that late at the national venue, given a curfew is in place, which can only currently be extended until 1am.
However, the Principality Stadium in Cardiff has now put itself forward to host the clash, insisting a 2am start time would present no issues.
A spokesperson for Welsh Rugby Union, who own the stadium, said to Sky Sports: “We’d be delighted to host this fight.
“We are very keen to attract more boxing to the stadium which has a rich history in the sport, enhanced by its closeable roof, unrivalled sight lines and unique city centre location.”
History suggests it could indeed repeat itself with the venue having a rich associtation with boxing.
Welsh great Joe Calzaghe famously fought Mikkel Kessler late overnight at the venue in 2007.
Joshua himself has fought twice at the venue at a traditional UK time, packing it out for his victories over Carlos Takam and Joseph Parker.
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Another famous all-British heavyweight clash between Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno in Cardiff at the old National Stadium in 1993.
So there would likely be no issue in exploring the venue from promoters, given they also have a roof, which would be useful to prevent any weather hazards for a winter date.
Joshua – stronger than ever for Fury fight
Joshua has had a turbulent time inside and outside of the ring.
But he is now back in full training and working with former undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk.
And he believes that he is now stronger than he has ever been before despite recent turmoil.
He said: “I feel solid. This is where I want to be. I’m very grateful for this opportunity. It’s nice doing what I love.
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“Life throws many obstacles at us. I stand before you now as a boxer, but I’ve got things happening in my life. I think this is the right place for me to be.
“I’m building myself up to be stronger than I’ve ever been because I know I am – not only physically, because that’s natural, but mentally. I’ve realised I’m a lot stronger than I ever thought I was.”
