Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou
Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou go back and forth in a heated online exchange as talks of a crossover boxing bout with the former UFC heavyweight champion heat up
Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou have been engaged in a war of words once again, fueling speculation about a potential showdown between the boxing heavyweight champion and the former UFC heavyweight champion. The rivalry between the two fighters has been simmering for some time, and their recent online exchange has only added fuel to the fire.
The verbal jousting began after UFC president Dana White offered Tyson Fury a fight against promotional heavyweight champion Jon Jones inside the Octagon. This offer reignited the rivalry between Fury and Ngannou, who had previously agreed to face each other in a boxing match after Fury’s brief retirement from the sport last year.
Ngannou wasted no time in staking his claim to the fight, taking to Twitter to express his readiness. He tweeted, “Anyway… I’ll be ready @tyson_fury.” This prompted a swift response from Fury, who fired back with a bold claim of his own, saying, “I’ll have 15 pints and still KO you big stiff tramp.” [via Tyson Fury’s Instagram stories]
The exchange between the two fighters on social media has garnered significant attention from fans and media alike. The prospect of a crossover bout between two heavyweight powerhouses from different combat sports is undoubtedly an intriguing one.
It was widely expected that Fury and Ngannou would eventually face off in the boxing ring, especially after Fury announced his temporary retirement from the sport following his victory over Dillian Whyte. However, negotiations between the two parties hit a roadblock due to Ngannou’s contractual obligations with the UFC at the time.
Since then, Ngannou has left the UFC and signed with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), a move that supports his transition to boxing. Ngannou has also called out other notable heavyweight boxers such as Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder, but his eagerness to fight Fury seems to be the strongest.
Fury, known for his charismatic personality and willingness to entertain fans, has proposed an unconventional approach to the potential fight. He suggested that the bout take place in a cage with four-ounce gloves, combining elements of both boxing and mixed martial arts. Fury even added the suggestion of having former boxing heavyweight champion Mike Tyson as the referee, adding an extra layer of excitement to the proposal.
As talks of a crossover fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou continue to heat up, fans are eagerly waiting to see if this clash of titans will materialize. Both fighters possess immense power and skill, and a matchup between them could be a thrilling spectacle for combat sports enthusiasts worldwide.
Only time will tell if the verbal sparring between Fury and Ngannou will lead to an actual showdown inside the ring or cage. For now, fans can enjoy the heated exchanges between the two fighters and speculate on what could be an epic battle between boxing and mixed martial arts.
Joe Rogan, renowned UFC commentator and podcaster, has shared his disappointment regarding Francis Ngannou’s decision to leave the UFC and join the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, parted ways with the promotion after failing to reach an agreement on a new contract.
Joe Rogan isn’t happy with Francis Ngannou leaving UFC and joining PFL for future endeavors. One of the biggest moves in recent times was when former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou failed to come to terms with UFC and left the promotion.
Ngannou’s decision to leave the UFC and join the PFL has not pleased Joe Rogan. This was one of the largest transfers in recent memory. The Cameroonian-French revealed the big news of joining the Professional Fighters League as an MMA fighter. While Ngannou has mentioned that he’s very happy with the offer, Joe Rogan thinks otherwise.
In one of his recent podcasts on Spotify, Rogan explained that he isn’t positive about Ngannou’s PFL move. Rogan cleared the fact that he understands the money and freedom involved in the new contract for Ngannou but he’s too good for that promotion.
He said: “It’s a big loss in my mind, like him going over to the PFL. It bums me out. I understand it. I’m happy he’s going to get paid, I’m happy he’s going to get to box, but I loved watching this guy fight in the UFC. He was a f****** monster. He was so good, and he is so good. It’s going to be interesting. I just don’t know who they’re going to have him fight.”
Rogan claims that Ngannou is a monster and that the PFL lacks the kind of opponent necessary to face the “Predator.” Nevertheless, it’s going to be interesting to see what will happen next.
Joe Rogan’s disappointment reflects the sentiment of many fans who enjoyed watching Ngannou’s dominance in the UFC. While the PFL offers a lucrative deal for Ngannou, there are concerns about the level of competition he will face in his new promotion. Only time will tell how Ngannou’s career unfolds in the PFL and whether he will continue to deliver his awe-inspiring performances in the new setting.
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