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Tyson Fury Set to Face Francis Ngannou in Historic Crossover Fight


Tyson Fury Set to Face Francis Ngannou in Historic Crossover Fight

Fury and Ngannou Finally Set to End Their Online Feud

After years of social media back and forth, Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou are finally stepping into the ring to settle their long-standing feud. The crossover fight has been highly anticipated, especially after Ngannou confronted Fury following his win against Dillian Whyte over a year ago. The fight was initially put on hold due to Ngannou's UFC contract, but now that he has joined The Professional Fighters League, the stage is set for this epic showdown.

Legacy and Reputations at Stake in Saudi Arabia

This Saturday in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Fury and Ngannou will put their legacies and reputations on the line. A victory for Ngannou would go down as one of the sport's greatest shocks, while Fury, who is already lined up for a fight against Oleksandr Usyk, would suffer a disastrous defeat. The stakes are high, and fans are eagerly awaiting this historic clash.

Trainers and Belts: A Look at the Details

Fury's trainer, Sugarhill Steward, and Ngannou's striking coach, Dewey Cooper, will be in their corners for this fight. As for the belts, since Ngannou is making his professional boxing debut, he cannot challenge for Fury's WBC belt. However, the WBC has introduced a special "Riyadh Champion" belt for this spectacle showdown. If Ngannou wins, he would be deemed the mythical champ.

Recap of Fury and Ngannou's Recent Fights

Fury's last fight was a trilogy bout against Derek Chisora, which he won in ten rounds. It was a runout for Fury, who had been frustrated in his attempts to secure fights with Anthony Joshua or Usyk. Ngannou, on the other hand, left the UFC after a win over Ciryl Gane and was expected to face Jon Jones in a super-fight. But negotiations fell through, leading him to make the switch to boxing.



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Details on the Fury vs Ngannou Fight

The Fury vs Ngannou fight is scheduled to take place this weekend on Saturday, October 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ring-walks are expected to start around 10pm UK time. The fight will be a 10-round professional fight, but Fury's WBC belt will not be on the line. The match will not follow exhibition rules.

How to Watch Fury vs Ngannou

The fight will be shown live on TNT Sports Box Office in the UK. Fans can purchase the pay-per-view for £21.95, which is cheaper than Tommy Fury's previous fight against KSI. The action can also be live-streamed on the TNT Sports Box Office app, available for download on mobile and tablet devices.

Fury vs Ngannou Full Card

The undercard for the Fury vs Ngannou fight includes exciting matchups like Davie Adeleye vs. Fabio Wardley, Joseph Parker vs. Simon Kean, and more. The full card is subject to change, but fans can expect a night of thrilling fights.

What the Fighters Have Said

Fury has expressed his excitement for the fight, stating that it will be a clash of the titans. Ngannou has been waiting for this opportunity to face Fury in the ring and solidify his position as the baddest man on the planet. Both fighters are ready to give fans an unforgettable showdown.



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