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Ngannou Labels Fury "Playboy" Ahead of Joshua Clash
Francis Ngannou, the former UFC champion turned boxer, isn't holding back his words as he prepares to face Anthony Joshua, taking a swipe at Tyson Fury, branding him a "playboy." In their crossover bout last October, Ngannou made a significant impact by dropping Fury, though he ultimately lost by a slim margin in a split decision.
As the tension builds for Ngannou's clash with Joshua, he contrasts the personalities of the two heavyweight boxers. Ngannou appreciates Joshua's serious demeanor, labeling Fury as a "playboy" due to his pre-fight antics. Despite acknowledging their different personas, Ngannou emphasizes that both fighters possess the necessary skills in the ring.
Ngannou downplays Joshua's refusal to predict a knockout in their upcoming fight, attributing it to skepticism rather than a lack of desire for a knockout victory. The former UFC champion, known for his powerful striking, believes that knockouts should come naturally and can't be guaranteed due to the unpredictability of fights.
While Joshua hasn't predicted a knockout, Ngannou questions the Brit's resilience, expressing doubt that Joshua could withstand a punch similar to the one Fury endured in their bout. Ngannou, focused on the fight itself, believes Joshua's nerves are a sign of seriousness, indicating that his opponent is dedicated to delivering his best performance on fight day.
Looking beyond the Joshua clash, Ngannou hints at a potential rematch with Fury if he emerges victorious. Despite being promised a shot at the undisputed world title against Fury or Oleksandr Usyk, Ngannou reveals his disinterest in fighting for belts, citing his delayed exit from the UFC as a reason.
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