“Big Strong Heavyweight”: Tyson Fury’s Uncle Praises Francis Ngannou Ahead of Anthony Joshua Fight

Anthony Joshua of Great Britain is set to take on former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in a heavyweight matchup scheduled for March 8 in Saudi Arabia. Despite initially characterizing the potential bout as a “gimmick fight,” the 34-year-old Joshua, is now gearing up for the contest. The 37-year-old Ngannou entered professional boxing in October, delivering a knockdown to Tyson Fury but ultimately losing a closely contested decision. Now Tyson Fury’s uncle has come to acknowledge the newcomer’s power.

Peter Fury, the former boxing coach and heavyweight Hughie Fury’s father, in an interview with IFL TV, spoke about Ngannou and the opinion he holds of the fighter. Does he think Ngannou has a chance against Joshua?

Peter Fury makes his pick between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou

In the interview, Peter Fury was asked if Ngannou stood a chance against Joshua. He said, “Everybody’s got a shot, and he’s getting in the ring. I wish the fella all the best because he seems a very nice guy, come from very humble beginnings, doesn’t he? So for me to sit here and discredit him, but in boxing terms shouldn’t go anywhere.”

He commended Ngannou further, saying, “You know his second pro fight, a fighter that’s been out of MMA for two years, you know that’d be bad enough to have ring rust.” He then went on to mention how Mike Tyson’s tutelage has helped Ngannou get better.

However, through all this, Peter Fury still believes that AJ has the upper hand going into the fight. “You know, the guy looks like a decent fighter; he is a big strong heavyweight but yeah I don’t think… I can’t, I can only see one winner,” confessed the former trainer.

However, another boxing entity had something else to add. A former champion warned Joshua not to underestimate Ngannou. Let us see what he had to say.

Former world champion Carl Froch cautions Anthony Joshua

Anthony Joshua received a cautionary note from former world champion Carl Froch about underestimating the “wrecking ball” Francis Ngannou. Despite being the favorite for a victory against Ngannou, Froch emphasized that the MMA fighter possesses significant attributes.

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Froch urged Joshua to not take Ngannou lightly, acknowledging the potential for an upset. Froch encouraged Joshua to use his boxing abilities and technical know-how wisely, considering Ngannou’s threat in the upcoming bout.

With everyone terming Joshua as the obvious winner, do you think the fight really will be this easy for AJ? Do let us know your thoughts in the comments below.

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