Mike Tyson recently weighed in on the upcoming bout between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury, and he had quite a bit to say about it. Tyson thinks that if Ngannou were to defeat Fury in their boxing match set for October 28th, it could be one of the most monumental upsets the boxing world has ever seen. But don’t count out the ex-UFC heavyweight champ; Tyson believes Ngannou has more than just a slim shot at victory.
“Early on, Tyson Fury got taken down by someone far less intimidating,” Tyson remarked on The Jim Rowe Show, while discussing the forthcoming clash. “Francis, on the other hand, packs a punch like nobody else. The man’s athletic, swift on his feet, and knows how to make the most of his speed. And let’s be honest, all it takes is one or two well-placed punches from him.
“Trust me, Tyson’s never squared off against anyone with this kind of punching power.”
In the run-up to this high-stakes match against the heavyweight champ, Ngannou has been training with the Professional Fighters League’s freshest talent. “Iron” Mike isn’t just pleased with Ngannou’s strength and agility, but what really caught his eye is Ngannou’s grit, readiness to learn, and an unrelenting drive to triumph.
“Francis is ready to bring the house down,” said Tyson. “He’s working on his technique, head movement, and you can see his determination. He’s fueled by his love for his country and his people. It’s fascinating to see. I can’t wait to be part of it.”
Reflecting on his own history in the sport, Tyson recalled the match in February 1990, where he lost to Buster Douglas — a fight that was marked as one of the most jaw-dropping upsets in boxing history, with Douglas going in as a 42 to 1 underdog. When asked to compare that to a potential upset with Ngannou defeating Fury, Tyson had a bold take.
“That upset would dwarf the Douglas-Tyson shocker,” he asserted.
Whether Ngannou can indeed create a new chapter in boxing’s history of upsets remains to be seen. But one thing is certain, with Tyson’s endorsement and Ngannou’s undeniable skill, the October 28th bout is shaping up to be one that no sports fan would want to miss. In a world of heavy punches and even heavier expectations, the ring will soon reveal if Tyson’s words are prophetic or just the musings of a legendary fighter. Either way, the anticipation is electric, and the countdown to the big night is on!
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What is Mike Tyson’s opinion on the upcoming fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury?
Mike Tyson believes that if Francis Ngannou defeats Tyson Fury in their scheduled boxing match, it could be one of the greatest upsets in boxing history. He’s impressed by Ngannou’s power, athleticism, determination, and ability to learn. Tyson sees more than just a slim chance for Ngannou to win.
Who is training with Francis Ngannou ahead of his fight with Tyson Fury?
Ngannou has been working with the Professional Fighters League’s newest talent, and Mike Tyson has been involved, expressing his admiration for Ngannou’s strength, agility, and unrelenting drive to win.
What did Tyson say about Ngannou’s punching power?
Tyson described Ngannou’s punching power as unparalleled, saying, “Francis punches like God knows who, man. He’s an athlete, he moves quicker, works with his speed, and listen man, he only has to land one or two.” He further stated that Fury has never faced someone who can punch as hard as Ngannou.
How did Tyson compare a potential upset of Ngannou defeating Fury to his own past upset?
Mike Tyson compared a potential upset of Ngannou defeating Fury to his shocking loss to Buster Douglas in 1990. He boldly stated that an upset by Ngannou over Fury would be even bigger than the Douglas-Tyson shocker.
What is the date of the Ngannou vs. Fury match?
The scheduled boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury is set to take place on October 28th.
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5 comments
Ngannou’s training seems intense and having Iron Mike behind you? That’s like a dream come true for any boxer. This is gonna be good!
Tyson’s just hyping up the fight. Fury’s faced tougher opponents before and come out on top. i think he will this time too!
Can’t believe wat Tyson said about Ngannou’s punching. If he beats Fury, it would be insane. this is one match I wont miss!
First time really paying attention to boxing because of Ngannou. He’s a beast in the UFC. Hope he can translate that into the ring. Who knows?
that comparison to Douglas-Tyson is something, makes me think back to when i saw that fight live. History in the making, folks!