Tyson Fury is currently gearing up for a monumental bout against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou on October 28, 2023.
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In a surprising turn of events, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have inked contracts for an undisputed heavyweight championship fight set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, either on December 23rd, 2023, or early in January 2024. This announcement has left many, including Francis Ngannou, scratching their heads.
Just as the ink dried on these contracts, the world of combat sports couldn’t help but raise an eyebrow. The reason? Tyson Fury is currently gearing up for a monumental bout against former UFC champion Francis Ngannou on October 28, 2023. This scheduling overlap has left Francis Ngannou perplexed.
“I don’t know what’s the minimum medical suspension in boxing, but I really don’t understand how Tyson can fight in December after what’s going to happen on 10/28 🤔,” Ngannou voiced his confusion.
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It’s essential to note that Francis Ngannou will make his professional boxing debut when he steps into the ring against Tyson Fury. The reigning WBC heavyweight champion will test his mettle against an MMA powerhouse who hasn’t competed in combat sports since securing a unanimous decision win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 270 in January 2022.
On the other hand, Tyson Fury, known as ‘The Gypsy King,’ last competed in December 2022, where he secured a tenth-round TKO victory over Derek Chisora. Despite his recent ventures into the squared circle, Fury is now set to face Usyk, leaving fans and fighters alike surprised by the quick turnaround.
Alexander Krassyuk, Usyk’s promoter, expressed his astonishment at the booking, saying, “I can’t believe that it’s happening but it is. Difficult to express my admiration for being part of the biggest heavyweight fight of the century. Respect to Tyson for his courage.” Krassyuk’s sentiments mirror the bewilderment shared by many in the combat sports community.
In a world where scheduling and competition continue to surprise, Tyson Fury’s rapid return to the ring after facing Ngannou is indeed an intriguing puzzle. The clash of these two formidable fighters in the coming months promises to be a spectacle, leaving fans eagerly awaiting the outcomes of both battles on the horizon.
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