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Jake Paul shares prediction for Tommy Fury vs. KSI boxing match
Cole Shelton - August 1, 2023
Jake Paul has shared his prediction for the Tommy Fury vs. KSI boxing match in October. Paul is very familiar with both Fury and KSI – as he most recently dropped a split decision to Tommy back in February. In addition, Paul has also been vocal in wanting to box KSI as the two have not seen eye-to-eye ever since KSI beat Logan Paul in their boxing match in 2019.
Tom Aspinall reveals Tyson Fury's request to train ahead of Francis Ngannou bout
Josh Evanoff - July 20, 2023
UFC heavyweight contender Tom Aspinall has chimed in on Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou. In October, ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ will face off in Saudi Arabia. The two will headline an ESPN pay-per-view offering, as the two heavyweight champions clash. It’ll be the first time in combat sports history that the UFC’s lineal heavyweight titleholder will face boxing’s lineal heavyweight champion.
Randy Couture praises Francis Ngannou scoring Tyson Fury fight: "He stood up for our sport"
Josh Evanoff - July 18, 2023
PFL commentator Randy Couture has reacted to Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury. ‘The Predator’ announced his boxing debut against ‘The Gypsy King’ earlier this month. After months of speculation after Francis Ngannou left the UFC, he somehow got the deal done. In October, the PFL heavyweight will face Tyson Fury, and there are few happier than Randy Couture.
Francis Ngannou reveals the rematch clause for his upcoming boxing match against Tyson Fury
Cole Shelton - July 17, 2023
Francis Ngannou has detailed the rematch clause for his upcoming boxing match against Tyson Fury. Ngannou and Fury are set to box on October 28 in a professional bout – although the heavyweight title is not on the line. However, it will be a highly-anticipated matchup as it serves as Ngannou’s boxing debut and his first fight since leaving the UFC.
Tyson Fury sends a message to "big stiff dosser" Francis Ngannou ahead of boxing match
Cole Shelton - July 13, 2023
Tyson Fury has sent a message to Francis Ngannou after it was announced they will box on October 28. Fury and Ngannou have talked about boxing each other for quite some time and after Ngannou left the UFC, talks started to heat up. Then, this week it was announced that Fury and Ngannou will box on October 28 in Saudi Arabia in what will be a highly-anticipated fight.
Francis Ngannou's manager reveals Tyson Fury payday will surpass total UFC career earnings: "By far"
Josh Evanoff - July 12, 2023
Francis Ngannou is going to break the bank for his boxing match against Tyson Fury. ‘The Predator’ has long attempted to secure a boxing match with ‘The Gypsy King’. In January, Francis Ngannou became the first champion in decades to leave the UFC. At the time, the heavyweight stated that securing a boxing match was one of his main goals when a free agent.
Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury go back and forth after fight announcement: "I've been ready"
Josh Evanoff - July 11, 2023
The war of words between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou has already begun. Earlier today, ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ announced their massive boxing match. Last month, Tyson Fury’s planned December fight with Oleksandr Usyk fell apart due to financial demands. As a result, Francis Ngannou, who had been linked to boxing matches with Deontay Wilder and Derek Chisora, decided to change course.
Oleksandr Usyk’s manager blasts Tyson Fury for accepting a fight with Francis Ngannou: “The biggest joke ever in boxing”
Josh Evanoff - July 11, 2023
Oleksandr Usyk’s manager, Egis Kilmas, has taken a shot at Tyson Fury for fighting Francis Ngannou. ‘The Cat’ has spent the better part of the last year attempting to score a fight with ‘The Gypsy King’. In December, Tyson Fury scored a knockout win over Derek Chisora, prompting Oleksandr Usyk to take to the ring for a face-off. Ultimately, the moment was supposed to serve as a tease for an April fight at Wembley Stadium.
Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou made official for October 28 in Saudi Arabia
Susan Cox - July 11, 2023
Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou expected to be announced very soon
Josh Evanoff - July 7, 2023
According to Ariel Helwani, Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou will be announced shortly. ‘The Predator’ has long attempted to secure a high-profile boxing match. In January, Francis Ngannou left the UFC as heavyweight champion, becoming the first titleholder to do so since BJ Penn. Upon his exit, he stated that he planned to head to the boxing ring, and hopefully face Tyson Fury.
Brendan Schaub reacts to rumored Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury exhibition match
Susan Cox - July 5, 2023
Brendan Schaub is reacting to the rumored Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury exhibition match. According to sources, Tyson Fury’s next fight will be an exhibition bout against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou.
Eddie Hearn says Tyson Fury will be fighting Francis Ngannou next but with a disappointing stipulation
Chris Taylor - July 1, 2023
Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn says Tyson Fury will be fighting Francis Ngannou next, but with a disappointing stipulation. Talks of Ngannou and Fury having a crossover match began in 2021, this after ‘The Gypsy King’ called out ‘The Predator’ and other top UFC heavyweights.
WATCH | Tyson and Tommy Fury trade blows in brotherly sparring session
Josh Evanoff - June 28, 2023
Boxing stars Tyson Fury and Tommy Fury are putting in work ahead of their respective returns. As of now, ‘The Gypsy King’ is still waiting for his next opponent. In December, Tyson Fury scored his third, and likely final win over Derek Chisora by tenth-round stoppage. Following the victory, the heavyweight champion had a face-off with Oleksandr Usyk in the center of the ring.
Francis Ngannou slams UFC's willingness to book Jon Jones vs. Tyson Fury: "Everything is about how to take down Ngannou"
Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2023
Francis Ngannou seemingly doesn’t care for the UFC’s attempt to make Jon Jones vs. Tyson Fury. Over the last few weeks ‘Bones’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ have been going back and forth. While the boxer first only showed interest in competing in the boxing ring, he’s changed his tune a little bit. In recent days, Tyson Fury has shown interest in facing Jon Jones in a potential two-fight deal.
Tyson Fury confirms interest in Jon Jones hybrid fight: "I received an offer from the UFC yesterday"
Josh Evanoff - June 16, 2023
WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury is seemingly serious about fighting Jon Jones. ‘The Gypsy King’ has been out of the ring since a December trilogy bout with Derek Chisora. There, Tyson Fury scored his third and likely final win over ‘Del Boy’, this time by tenth-round stoppage. Following the victory, the heavyweight champion had a face-off with Oleksandr Usyk in the ring.
UFC champion Jon Jones says talks of Tyson Fury fight are very much real: “1 boxing fight. 1 MMA fight”
Cole Shelton - June 15, 2023
Jon Jones says talks with Tyson Fury are legit. For the past couple of weeks, Jones and Fury have been taking aim at one another on social media. Although many fans thought a fight would never happen, Dana White recently came out and said he would make that fight if both wanted it.
Exclusive: Surprise! Tyson Fury goes full Steve Aoki at Jon Nutt's Fight Circus birthday party
Andrew Whitelaw - June 12, 2023
Tyson Fury ensured that Jon Nutt had a birthday to remember at Fight Circus Vol. 7: Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Sausages in Thailand this weekend. In a tradition made famous by DJ powerhouse Steve Aoki, the WBC Heavyweight champion ensured the Full Metal Dojo founder’s special day was one he’d not soon forget as he launched a massive birthday cake into the American’s face. The mad set of events wowed a colorful audience comprised of little people in fancy dress, drunken expats, UFC veteran Tommy Hayden…And Bob Sapp.
Francis Ngannou slams Tyson Fury as talk of boxing match again resurfaces: "Stop talking, and come try"
Josh Evanoff - June 5, 2023
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is tired of Tyson Fury’s talking. ‘The Predator’ is still attempting to book his boxing debut. Last month, Ngannou ended months of media silence by ending his high-profile free agency and signing with the PFL. Earlier this year in January, the heavyweight left the UFC, vacating his championship in the process.
Tyson Fury responds to Francis Ngannou’s “I’ll be ready” claim: “I’ll have 15 pints and KO you”
Susan Cox - June 5, 2023
Tyson Fury has responded after Francis Ngannou sent him a message claiming he will ‘be ready’ when the call comes to fight. The previous UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou (17-3 MMA) and the UFC parted ways back in January of this year. With the departure came the loss of the belt, but also free agency. ‘The Predator’ has indicated his interest in getting in the boxing ring for quite a while now.