Francis Ngannou made a surprise move across the combat sports spectrum to boxing in 2023 after failing to agree to extend his time in the UFC. While the news of Ngannou’s switch was an initial shock, stylistically, his heavy-hitting and strong frame always offered clear suggestions that he would fare well in the ring.
The Cameroonian fighter started well in his blockbuster fight with Tyson Fury despite suffering an eventual defeat – he secured a knockdown and lost out narrowly on points. However, another huge opportunity will come next as another top heavyweight, Anthony Joshua, will face Ngannou to mark his second-ever boxing bout.