“He Couldn’t Have a Better Mentor”: John Fury Breaks His Silence on Francis Ngannou Joining Hands With Mike Tyson for October Bout

In a sport where fists speak louder than words, secrets aren’t easily kept. John Fury, the patriarch behind the boxing behemoth Tyson Fury, recently opened a window to his anxieties in a surprising revelation. In an interview with Seconds Out, he unveiled sentiments about the highly anticipated October bout.

The twist? It involves not just his son, but two iconic names from the world of boxing: Mike Tyson and Francis Ngannou. Most fathers brag about their children’s prowess; John, however, hints at something slightly askew. What’s more intriguing than a father possibly doubting his own son’s chances? Especially when that son is Tyson Fury.

Mike Tyson: The legend in Ngannou’s corner

As the boxing world gears up for a high-octane match this October, every gaze is fixated on two of the most imposing figures in the arena: Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou. The match promises a face-off filled with raw power, agility, and strategic prowess. But here’s the twist – Francis Ngannou isn’t just preparing with his regular team. He’s got the legendary Mike Tyson in his corner.

Transitioning from the shadowed backdrop of anticipation, John Fury’s interview with Seconds Out brought to light the gravity of the scenario.  Interviewer posed, “It’s pretty cool, isn’t it, that he’s (Ngannou) got Tyson in the camp and of course you named him (Tyson Fury) after Mike Tyson?”

Without missing a beat, John replied, “I did. You know, he couldn’t have a better mentor in his camp than the great Mike Tyson. I’m sure Mike will show him the boxing moves he needs. That’s why he’ll (Ngannou) take it seriously because of who he’s got around him. But even if he never had Mike Tyson in his Corner, he’s still a dangerous operator. He’s got power, raw power. Probably hits harder than Deontay Wilder.

John also talked about Ngannou’s dangerous uppercut, “I watched a clip of him and he knocked a man over the top rope with an uppercut. So he’s a dangerous dude. He’s six foot six, six foot seven, twenty stone of muscle, and I’ve seen him working out. He’s got better speed as well. Speed, power, strength – bubbly strong. It’s set for an action-packed night. It’s making me nervous now thinking about it because it’s my son and I don’t want to see him get hit.”

Connecting the dots, it’s evident that Mike’s influence isn’t merely symbolic. By training Ngannou, Mike ensures that the latter brings to the ring a blend of classic boxing moves fused with raw, unbridled strength. While Tyson Fury boasts an unparalleled boxing record, Ngannou, with Mike’s guidance, could just be the wild card the world never saw coming.

Questions surrounding Ngannou’s power in contrast to Tyson’s claims

As anticipation builds for the Fury-Ngannou face-off, Mike Tyson’s assertion about Ngannou’s unparalleled punch power has been challenged. An intriguing perspective comes from Ciryl Gane, Ngannou’s former training partner and rival. Reflecting on a UFC 209 post-fight scenario, Gane notably cited Tai Tuivasa as the hardest hitter he’s encountered. When quizzed about Tuivasa’s punch versus Ngannou’s, Gane stated, “Ngannou never touched me during the fight.”

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He emphasized Tuivasa’s capacity to knock him down, something Ngannou couldn’t achieve. This revelation stands in stark contrast to Tyson’s claims about ‘The Predator.’ The question now arises: Does Ngannou’s power truly surpass all, or are Tyson’s proclamations overshadowed by Gane’s firsthand experiences?

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