Tonight's highly anticipated fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has just witnessed a surprising rule change.

From Exhibition to Official Bout

Initially, the bout was expected to be an exhibition match. However, the British Boxing Board of Control (BBBofC) has now officially sanctioned the fight, making it a professional bout.

Professional Records at Stake

This last-minute rule change means that the fight will be recorded on both Fury and Ngannou's professional records. Fans can expect an intense showdown between these two formidable fighters.

No WBC Belt on the Line

Despite the fight becoming professional, it seems that Fury's WBC belt will not be up for grabs. This decision has left fans questioning the significance of the match.

Fans React on Social Media

As news of the rule change broke, fans took to social media to express their opinions. One Twitter user remarked, "Just to pad Fury's record a bit more," while another commented, "Fight still doesn't make sense but okay."

Another fan pointed out the Mayweather/McGregor crossover fight, saying, "If that could happen, why not this?" The announcement has left some fans speechless, with one simply stating, "Speechless."

Fury's Poor Attempt at PPV Sales

In addition to the rule change, fans were left disappointed by Fury's attempt to sell the fight on pay-per-view. The British boxer claimed that he would defeat Ngannou quickly, leaving some fans feeling cheated and wanting more action for their money.