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LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 23: Tommy Fury looks on prior to the Light Heavyweight fight between Tommy Fury and Daniel Bocianski at Wembley Stadium on April 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

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LONDON, ENGLAND – APRIL 23: Tommy Fury looks on prior to the Light Heavyweight fight between Tommy Fury and Daniel Bocianski at Wembley Stadium on April 23, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)
Tyson Fury is set to make his comeback to the ring and Tommy Fury is in Saudi Arabia to support his brother. The undefeated heavyweight champion last fought in December of last year against Derek Chisora. Moreover, the boxer was speculated to face Oleksandr Usyk for the undisputed status. However, the off-court negotiations failed to materialize and the bout fell apart. It was at this stage, that ‘The Gypsy King,’ decided to face former UFC champion, Francis Ngannou.
Although Fury is the favorite going into the fight, it bears mention that Ngannou has a puncher’s chance which makes things interesting. But what does Tommy Fury think about the fight?
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Tommy Fury decides the fate of Francis Ngannou against Tyson Fury
Fury has grown up seeing his half-brother rise to stardom and become the world champion. Throughout it all, he has been a pillar of support for the heavyweight. Not to mention, in many regards, Fury considers him to be a role model. While expressing his excitement for the upcoming bout, he asserted with conviction that his brother would dominate the fight from start to finish.
In an interview
with Queensberry Promotions, he stated, “This is a massive cross-over fight. I am used to them now. But what an atmosphere. I mean that is what it is to me. As far as the fight goes, it is Tyson’s fight, he is going to dictate everything in there. You know most people will know that. It is Francis vs boxing fight and he is fighting the best to ever do it.”⏳ @tommytntfury thinks @Tyson_Fury will get the job done in a quick fashion.#BattleOfTheBaddest | Saturday | TNT Sports Box Office pic.twitter.com/NtxHpDmZ7N
— Queensberry Promotions (@Queensberry) October 25, 2023
His prediction may not have come as a surprise to you given the fact they are brothers. However, he could not look more confident while making his prediction known. Moreover, let’s take a look at a boxing legend who may have a differing prediction.
Jeff Mayweather can foresee an upset for Fury against Ngannou
Despite the dominating narrative in the boxing world, former champion, Jeff Mayweather can foresee a win for Ngannou against Fury. However, he considers the chances of the same to be subjected to him landing a clean punch. So although he does not disregard the possibility of an upset, he does not deem Ngannou to have more than a puncher’s chance.
Reflecting on the same, in an interview, he stated, “Well I mean, I think, Ngannou got a chance. He got a puncher’s chance. That’s mostly what anybody coming from a different sport has that kind of chance when you talking about the best heavyweight in the world.”
As the fight inches closer, distinct opinions and predictions add fuel to the fire. With just a couple of days left, we ask you, what are your predictions for the fight? Share with us your thoughts and opinions in the comments below.
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