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May 15, 2023, Los Angeles, CA, Los Angeles, CA, United States: Los Angeles, CA – May 16: Francis Ngannou behind the scenes of his promotional video workout at Professional Fighters League – Francis Ngannou workout at Unbreakable Performance Center on May 16, 2023 in Los Angeles, CA Los Angeles, CA United States – ZUMAp175 20230515_zsa_p175_035 Copyright: xLouisxGrassex
In combat sports, an unpredictable matchup is about to unfurl. This time it’s between Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, and the undefeated Tyson Fury.
Since it’s Ngannou’s debut match, he uses all the needed resources to equip himself. Further, in an exciting turn of events, Tyson is now coaching Francis Ngannou. Moreover, in a recent interview with ESPN, he also revealed a special request he made to Mike Tyson three years ago. But what was this request? And how does it affect the most anticipated fights in recent history? Let’s find out!
What request did Francis Ngannou have for Mike Tyson?
Ngannou unraveled that three years ago, he had implored Tyson to train him whenever the time comes to fight Tyson Fury. He said, “Whenever I fight Tyson Fury, please would you help me for training?”
Further, he was in awe of Tyson’s affirmative response. Additionally, he also showed Ngannou some moves and training techniques at the time. Ngannou further added, “That was three years ago. Nobody could have believed that this would happen, but today, we are here for real.”
Moreover, the bond between Ngannou and Tyson has grown since that initial meeting. Indeed Tyson’s willingness to assist Ngannou in his training for the Tyson Fury fight is not just about fulfilling his promise. It’s about reverberating the emotion of sports i.e., collaboration. However, ‘The Kid Dynamite’ hasn’t shy away from sharing his opinion about UFC fighters entering boxing.
‘Iron Mike’ on UFC fighters trying boxing
‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ said, “say you are champion for five years and I’m champion for one year and I’m tripling your money. I’m defending my title for millions of dollars you’re just defending your title for hundreds of thousands maybe a hundred thousand dollars.”
Further, Tyson had a pretty unique claim. In his opinion, UFC fighter who don’t wish to enter the ring are making a huge mistake. He said, “The money is just different and if they don’t get involved they are stupid.”
Additionally, the fight between Ngannou and Fury is not just a clash of champions. It’s about the versatility of champions and their willingness to surpass boundaries. But the pay difference aspect is definitely apparent in both of their sports. Where Fury earned a whopping $33.6 million for his win against Dillian Whyte, Ngannou could only procure $600,000 against Ciryl Gane.
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Francis Ngannou and Mike Tyson’s partnership shows the power of dreams and persistence. Imagining a three-year-old request transform into reality just elevates the narrative of the fight. Indeed, Tyson’s wisdom and Ngannou’s determination promise a thrilling bout.
Do you think Ngannou will defeat Tyson Fury? And are you Team Ngannou or Fury? Let us know in the comments below!
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