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Francis Ngannou is riding high after a stellar performance this past weekend against the lineal heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury. Ngannou turned the doubters into believers after putting on the performance of a lifetime in his first professional boxing match against one of the greatest heavyweight boxing champions, even knocking down Fury in round three […]

Francis Ngannou may have lost the battle against Tyson Fury, but it’s safe to say that he won the war. The former UFC fighter, who made his boxing debut on Saturday, went the distance against his heavyweight opponent and even scored the only knockdown of the fight. Ngannou landed a nasty left hook to the […]

Tyson Fury beat Francis Ngannou in a controversial 10-round boxing bout. Many viewers believe Ngannou should have gotten the split-decision win in the Riyadh Season opener. Regardless, Fury plans to fight Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight championship. The fight has now been pushed back after Fury’s tough match. The Tyson Fury-Usyk fight could happen […]

The buzz around the fight world is that Francis Ngannou was robbed after the judges ruled in favor of Tyson Fury. Despite it technically being a loss for Ngannou, nearly everyone is more than impressed with the former UFC champ’s efforts. But nobody was more impressed than boxing legend Mike Tyson. With that said, Mike […]

Oleksandr Usyk was one of the most interesting individuals among the sea of boxing and MMA legends in Saudi Arabia Saturday night to watch the crossover fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. After all, Usyk is slated to face Fury in a unification title fight in December. Fortunately for Usyk, Fury escaped with a […]

Tyson Fury won a contested decision against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in a boxing-MMA crossover fight that shocked fans due to Ngannou’s insane third round knockout. Fight fans reacted to the decision with a series of focused takes on X. A large number of them thought that Ngannou was robbed after the final verdict […]

A controversial decision in the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou fight left Fury with the split decision and had all of social media weighing in. That included Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who made his feelings clear: “Exactly why I don’t watch boxing! C’mon man!” James wrote on X, formerly Twitter. Ngannou, a huge […]

The boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury led to some dramatic reactions across the board. Fighting legends left and right shared their belief that Ngannou won the bout. However, Fury walked away with the victory thanks to the judges scoring it a split decision in his favor. With that said most fighters in […]

It’s no secret that Milwaukee Bucks superstar point guard Damian Lillard is a huge fight fan, so it’s understandable to see him have strong opinions about Saturday night’s huge showdown between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. In Lillard’s eyes, Ngannou got robbed with a win, as Fury came away with a split-decision victory to keep […]

The highly anticipated boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury didn’t disappoint as it went the distance in dramatic fashion. It all ended with a split-decision victory for the heavyweight champion. But the former UFC champ gave him a run for his money. Ngannou earned an early knockdown that had everyone in a frenzy […]

Francis Ngannou did the unthinkable Saturday night. While he failed in his mission to completely shock the world, he still left everyone stunned. Ngannou nearly pulled off an upset win over Tyson Fury, losing only to the lineal heavyweight champion via a split decision. He was that close to turning the sport of boxing upside […]

The Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury fight is happening right now in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ngannou came in as a huge underdog considering his status as the former UFC heavyweight champion going up against the legendary boxing champion Fury. In the third round, Ngannou did something more striking and unbelievable than any MMA fighter has […]

Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou are set to face off in a big-time boxing match on Saturday, October 28. This is a heavy-weight matchup for the ages that has been highly anticipated for several months. The trash talk has been entertaining, as Fury is one of the best in the business with a mic. He […]

The time has finally come for fans to see who the baddest man on the planet is. The worlds of boxing and MMA will clash once again as we see a crossover Heavyweight bout for the ages: Reigning WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson “The Gypsy King” Fury will welcome former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou to his first professional boxing […]

In a heartwarming gesture of support, Cristiano Ronaldo, the celebrated football icon, surprised boxing sensation Francis Ngannou with an exquisite gift ahead of Ngannou’s highly anticipated showdown against British heavyweight Tyson Fury in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, reported by GOAL. Ronaldo’s thoughtful present, a luxurious Jacob & Co. watch valued at £110,000, was graciously received by […]

The big day is nearly here as Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou step in the ring on Saturday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for a massive crossover fight. Ahead of the highly-anticipated bout, Fury, who typically prepares for six weeks before a fight, said that he’s actually doubled that amount due to the mismatch that Ngannou […]

It’s safe to say that Tyson Fury’s father, John Fury, was not impressed with Francis Ngannou’s recent open workout with Mike Tyson. For those who missed it, Ngannou recently had an open workout with the media in Las Vegas, showcasing his skills and current conditioning in front of cameras. What made the workout interesting was […]

WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury feels sad that Mike Tyson will be going up against him as a coach. Fury returns to the boxing ring but not against Oleksandr Usyk, but rather, against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou who makes his professional boxing debut against the Briton on October 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. […]

Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou faced off for the first time since their boxing match was made official. Fury and Ngannou will collide in a 10-round professional boxing match Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It will notably be the boxing debut of Ngannou as the former UFC heavyweight champion will get no easy task […]

The Tyson vs. Francis Ngannou boxing match will take place on October 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The match is expected to pit the former UFC heavyweight champion and MMA freedom fighter Ngannou against the boxing heavyweight champion Fury in a crossover competition that has captured the attention of the entire sports world. Fury has […]

There’s no doubt in Joe Joyce’s mind who the harder puncher is between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. Fury takes on Ngannou in a 10-round boxing match taking place Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It will notably be the professional boxing debut of Ngannou. However, since it’s crossover fight between a boxing world champion […]

The Gypsy King is flowing with confidence and has been making statements that he could batter down Francis Ngannou. Both of them will head into Saudi Arabia with amazing records in their own sports but Ngannou will head into the match with a clear disadvantage. The UFC champion will face off against Tyson Fury in […]

Heavyweight knockout artist Francis Ngannou is no longer with the UFC, and for YouTube star Jake Paul, that’s a great thing. Paul has long been vocal about wanting the UFC to pay their fighters better, and his support for that cause was apparent in his latest comment about Ngannou’s upcoming boxing fight against WBC heavyweight […]

Former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is not particularly excited by the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou crossover boxing match. On Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Fury will fight the former UFC heavyweight champion in a 10-round boxing match in what is the latter’s professional debut. While many will still tune in for the […]

Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn believes people will realize very quickly how the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou boxing match will go once it starts. Ngannou made headlines last month after it was announced that he would officially make his professional boxing debut against the reigning WBC heavyweight champion in a fight taking place Oct. […]

Mike Tyson will play a key role in the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou crossover boxing match. Fury will be boxing the former UFC heavyweight champion and current PFL star in a 10-round fight taking place Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s going to be a massive payday for Ngannou, despite many observers […]

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou secured the bag last week after it was announced that he would be making his professional boxing debut against Tyson Fury in a 10-round fight taking place Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s pure vindication for the new PFL signing as he not only bet on himself, but […]

Francis Ngannou could make even more money if he pulls off the impossible against Tyson Fury. It was announced last week that “The Predator” would be making his professional boxing debut against the WBC heavyweight champion on Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It will be a 10-round fight with the result going on the […]

The big news in recent days is that Francis Ngannou will be earning the payday of his life as he will box WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. However, he still has a future in MMA as he is currently contracted to the PFL and expected to make his […]

Francis Ngannou has dominated all the headlines this week and with good reason — he’s officially boxing WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s going to be a massive payday for the former UFC heavyweight champion and new PFL signing with his representative recently revealing the bag will be […]

It looks like Francis Ngannou has set his family up for future generations. It was recently announced that the former UFC heavyweight champion and current PFL star would be making his professional boxing debut when he faces WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It’s a massive relief for Ngannou […]

Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn’t believe Francis Ngannou will be able to land a power shot on Tyson Fury. It was recently announced that Fury would be boxing the former UFC heavyweight champion on Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Although the number of rounds were not known initially, it was later revealed to be 10 rounds. […]

It’s now official — WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury will be boxing former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. Contrary to reports of an exhibition, they will be competing in a professional boxing match taking place Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight will include three ringside judges using the 10-point must system. “I can’t […]

As the boxing world continues to buzz with excitement, it has been confirmed that Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou will face off in a highly anticipated heavyweight showdown on October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou will take place “under the official rules of professional boxing, with 3 judges ringside adopting […]

The next super fight in combat sports may soon be getting an announcement, as a boxing match between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou is “expected to be announced very soon,” according to Ariel Helwani. Details of the fight have yet to be released, but it will likely be an exhibition boxing match that could turn […]

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is supposed to take on Stipe Miocic in his next title defense. If and when the fight does happen, Jon Jones is far from guaranteed to retain the championship, according to Francis Ngannou. Ngannou knocked out Miocic at UFC 260 to become the UFC heavyweight champion on March 27, 2021. […]

It looks like we could be getting Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou after all — but with a twist. Fury was expected to fight Oleksandr Usyk not only earlier this year, but in a proposed Saudi Arabia mega card set to take place in December. That no longer seems to be the plan as things […]

There is one boxing match that is a possibility for Francis Ngannou — one with British veteran Derek Chisora. Appearing on The MMA Hour, Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn was speaking about his plans for making Anthony Joshua vs. Deontay Wilder on the proposed Saudi Arabia mega card in December which would also feature Oleksandr […]

Andre Ward is down to see Tyson Fury face both Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou. The WBC heavyweight champion is among the major names Ngannou would like to face in a boxing match prior to making his promotional debut for PFL next year. Meanwhile, Fury has also been challenged to a fight inside the Octagon […]