Francis Ngannou has thrown down the gauntlet, asserting that Anthony Joshua won’t withstand…
In a forthcoming clash that’s set to reverberate through the heavyweight ranks, Francis Ngannou has thrown down the gauntlet, asserting that Anthony Joshua won’t withstand the ferocity he unleashed upon Tyson Fury last October. Ngannou, a former UFC champion transitioning to the boxing ring, is gearing up for only his second professional bout, a showdown with Joshua slated for March 8th, airing live on Sky Sports Box Office.
In his boxing debut against WBC heavyweight kingpin Fury, Ngannou stunned the world by flooring the seasoned pugilist in the third round. While the octagon had long been his domain, Ngannou showcased his raw power and adaptability in the squared circle, nearly etching his name in the annals of boxing lore with one of the sport’s greatest upsets. Despite the thunderous knockdown, Ngannou fell short, succumbing to Fury’s resilience and ringcraft in a closely contested split decision.
Reflecting on Fury’s remarkable recovery, Ngannou voiced skepticism regarding Joshua’s ability to weather a similar storm. Doubt lingers in Ngannou’s mind, echoing through the boxing cosmos, as he questions whether Joshua possesses the same indomitable spirit that saw Fury rise from the canvas. With the stage set for a clash of titans, the boxing world eagerly awaits to witness if Joshua can prove Ngannou wrong or if the latter’s prophecy will come to fruition in a spectacle destined to redefine heavyweight combat.
