Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte planned for April in UK as Frank Warren wins purse bid for all-British heavyweight fight

Tyson Fury will defend his world heavyweight title against fellow Brit Dillian Whyte next, with the Gypsy King in line for a UK homecoming.

Fury's promoter Frank Warren announced on Friday that he had won the purse bid to stage the WBC heavyweight clash.

"Queensberry and Top Rank are delighted to announce that WBC and lineal world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will defend his titles against Dillian Whyte following today's purse bids," Warren posted on his Twitter account.

"A venue and date for the fight will be announced in due course."

Fury greeted the news by posting a video of himself in action, with its footage including the lyrics: "I'm coming home baby now... I'm sorry now I ever went away."

The tweet added: "BIG GK (Gypsy King) IS COMING HOME! UK BABY!"

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