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In a twist of fates, no one saw coming, boxing meets the octagon. A former UFC juggernaut teams up with a boxing legend. Francis Ngannou, the force behind countless MMA knockouts, is making headlines again. But not for a crushing punch in the cage. This time, it’s for an audacious leap into the squared circle. And as if that wasn’t surprising enough, enter Mike Tyson. Yes, ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ himself.

Why? To mentor Ngannou. The stakes? A face-off with boxing’s very own Goliath, Tyson Fury. The world has watched, speculated, and debated. Yet, what does Ngannou, the man in the eye of this storm, actually feel? Sky Sports Boxing gave a glimpse, and the revelation might just knock your socks off.

Redefining power: What Francis Ngannou really thinks about Fury

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Joining hands with the legendary Mike Tyson, Francis Ngannou has embarked on a thrilling journey into the world of professional boxing. His upcoming bout against heavyweight champion Tyson Fury is already creating ripples in the sports world. However, beyond the glitz and anticipation, it’s Tyson’s mentorship that’s truly capturing imaginations.

Highlighting this game-changing collaboration, Ngannou shared, “People are just talking about the power. I think it’s gonna be a huge mistake. We are going to shock the world, to impress people. To show the skills, to showcase the work that we have been doing behind the scenes.”

Clearly, under Tyson’s guidance, Ngannou aims to hone skills beyond raw power. Further, he continued, “I’m not taking this lightly and I know he’s gonna be very challenging for me. I am taking every single thing seriously. This for me is like the biggest fight of my career.”

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But don’t mistake his respect for intimidation. Ngannou emphasized, “I respect him as I respect every opponent. But being intimidated by him? No, I am not intimidated by him and I am not intimidated by anybody.”

The partnership between Ngannou and Tyson isn’t just a collision of two worlds; it’s a symbiosis. Ngannou isn’t intimidated by anyone, not even a titan like Fury. Meanwhile, Tyson sees a champion in Ngannou, one that transcends the ring. Together, they are embracing the challenge, transforming skepticism into anticipation, and promising to deliver something extraordinary come fight night.

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So, as we inch closer to the day of the bout, the question that lingers in the minds of many is: Will Ngannou’s transformation under Tyson’s guidance truly “shock the world”? So, what do you think? Will this be the fight that redefines Ngannou’s legacy in combat sports?

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