Sep 02 2023 News

John Fury Says His Son [Tyson] Will Suffer Severe Injuries In Francis Ngannou Fight

John Fury, the father of renowned boxer Tyson Fury, has shared his concerns over his son's upcoming match against the former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou. The two are set to face each other in a ten-round non-title match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 28, under conventional boxing rules. The bout aims to identify the unofficial 'baddest man on the planet.' While Ngannou is stepping into a boxing ring for the first time, he carries a reputation as one of the most potent strikers globally from his time in the UFC. John Fury remarked in an interview with Seconds Out, sponsored by Freebets.com,

"He's world champion at his game, he's taking on the best in the world, taking it seriously, and I do believe he's going to bring the smoke. I'm expecting Tyson to come out with a broken leg or a broken arm."

Another intriguing aspect of the fight is that Ngannou has sought guidance from boxing legend Mike Tyson, interestingly, the inspiration behind Tyson Fury's name. Discussing this, John said:

"Keep in mind he's got Mike Tyson there, and he wants to impress Mike Tyson." He further emphasized that the influence of Mike Tyson in Ngannou's corner might be a significant advantage, noting, "He couldn't have a better mentor in his camp than the great Mike Tyson, I'm sure Mike will show him the boxing moves he needs."

Overall, while Tyson Fury is preparing for this unique face-off, his father remains concerned, suggesting the intensity of the upcoming battle:

"Exhibition or not, they're going to be fiercely competitive."