“We Are Not Going to War That We Are Going to Die”: Francis Ngannou Makes Honest Confession About His Future After Battle of the Baddest Against Tyson Fury

Tyson Fury is one of the biggest names in the sport of boxing right now. The 6’9 ft giant stands at the peak of the sport physically and in his prowess as well. He is currently preparing for a crossover fight against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou. Though his WBC title will not be on the line, ‘The Predator’ can certainly end his long undefeated streak if he manages to pull of an upset in the fight. Moreover, Ngannou is even being trained by the boxing legend Mike Tyson.

However, even before his fight against Ngannou could reach the ring, Fury already has a fight ready for him after this. He will be facing Oleksandr Usyk next which means that the Heavyweight division will finally have an undisputed champion. So what does Ngannou have to say about Fury already looking past him?

Francis Ngannou shares his future plan as the Tyson Fury fight draws closer

On October 28, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Francis Ngannou will step into the world of professional boxing. The match, titled “Battle of the Baddest,” will pit the former UFC star against the undefeated powerhouse Tyson Fury, as he further cements his legacy in combat sports. This matchup, undoubtedly his most challenging to date, casts him as a significant underdog. Nevertheless, ‘The Predator’ shockingly revealed that he’s already looking beyond this fight.

During an appearance on The MMA Hour, Francis Ngannou asserted that his life won’t come to a standstill after the Saturday clash. He believes that both he and Fury are not fixated on each other. “I’m looking past him too,” boldly stated Ngannou when asked if he thinks Tyson Fury is doing the same.

“Do you think my life is going to stop after this? No. Do you think my career is going to end after this fight? No. I have a future after this fight. I’m looking on stuff, you know? No later than last week, I was on the phone with Peter Murray talking about PFL stuff,” added Ngannou.

“So yes, he has a right to look past me. We are not going to war that we are going to die, we are just going to fight and we’re going to be back and continue with our lives [afterward],” said Ngannou defending Fury, moving ahead with his Usyk fight. Despite the fight’s enormity, it’s evident that both fighters have their sights set on what lies ahead. Tyson Fury is likely focused on his upcoming bout with Usyk, while Francis Ngannou may already be contemplating his PFL debut.

What does Mike Tyson have to say about Ngannou?

Mike Tyson is presently aiding Ngannou in his preparations for his upcoming match against the Fury. Ngannou recently shared that during their initial meeting, he inquired if Tyson would support him in a bout against Fury, to which Tyson affirmed his support.

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On his podcast, Iron Mike expressed his admiration for Ngannou, stating, “Not only does he have the power, you can only rate somebody by the people they hit. He hits very hard; as a matter of fact, I don’t think you can even ask them because they’re still knocked out.”

In a conversation with GQ, the 57-year-old legend emphasized his role as a coach, distinguishing it from that of a trainer. He emphasized the loyalty coaches have for their fighters, sharing in their triumphs and pain within the ring. Tyson also added that coaches relish the acclaim when their fighters secure knockout victories.

What are your thoughts about Tyson training Ngannou to stand against Fury who is named after him? Who do you think will end up coming out on top in the end? Share your thoughts in the comments.

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