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When heavyweight giants collide, the earth trembles, but what if the real tremor comes from an unexpected source? Tyson Fury, the boxing maestro, and Francis Ngannou, the MMA knockout artist, are set to face off in an electrifying bout on October 28th. But it’s not the clash itself that’s raising eyebrows – it’s the ominous warning from a man who has felt the power of both.
Joe Joyce, a name known only to those inside the ring, has sparred with both Fury and Ngannou. Now, he’s breaking his silence. What did he discover in those sparring sessions that sent a chill through the boxing world? What did Joyce unearth that could shake the foundation of what many believe to be a foregone conclusion? His insights might just alter the way you look at this super fight. But be warned; this is not what you’d expect.
Can Tyson Fury overcome Ngannou’s strength? Joyce weighs in
The world is bracing for the clash between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. But it’s the insight from Joe Joyce, a countryman of Fury who has sparred both fighters, that’s commanding attention. In a recent interview with Boxing News, Joyce peeled back the curtain on the dynamics between the two heavyweights.
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Firstly, he emphasized Ngannou’s raw power, stating, “Ngannou hits hard, I had to get away from those power shots because he hits hard!” While this isn’t a surprise for those familiar with Ngannou’s UFC career, Joyce went further. He warned that Fury’s skill might not be enough to guarantee victory. “Fury needs to be switched on. He should wipe the floor with him, but if he switches off for a split second then he could get nailed.”
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Moreover, Joyce’s revelations were corroborated by former two-weight world champion Billy Joe Saunders, who described the MMA star as a “big bum.”
Yet, what makes Joyce’s words resonate is the undeniable truth they hold. Despite Fury’s advantage in skill and ring IQ, the threat of Ngannou’s power is real. Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, will play host to this fight. And with Fury’s WBC title not on the line, the stakes are no less high. The crossover clash has received a mixed reception at best from boxing fans, but Joyce’s insights have added a new layer of intrigue to this highly anticipated showdown.
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Moreover, Joyce’s statements serve as a reminder that the fight is not simply about power but about focus and strategy. Fury’s legendary status is up for a test, and Ngannou’s boxing debut may surprise many. Joyce’s unique perspective, having felt the punches from both, is a game-changing viewpoint that has now become the talk of the boxing world.
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