Ngannou's 'Unquantifiable Power' Hardy Predicts Victory Against Joshua
In a surprising turn of events, former UFC fighter Dan Hardy is backing Francis Ngannou to secure victory against Anthony Joshua in their upcoming bout on Friday, March 8, live on Sky Sports Box Office. Hardy, known for his expert insights, believes that Ngannou's unique power and ability to punch through a solid guard will pose a significant challenge for Joshua. Despite Joshua's reputation as a former unified WBA, WBO, and IBF heavyweight champion, Hardy sees Ngannou as having the upper hand in this matchup. He notes that Joshua is more susceptible to being hit and psychologically rattled compared to Tyson Fury, adding an element of unpredictability due to Ngannou's unknown boxing prowess. "There's an unquantifiable power about Ngannou, and that's concerning because he can punch through a decent guard. I feel like AJ's going to feel punches coming through his guard, and they're going to surprise him a little bit," Hardy stated. While acknowledging Joshua's precision and power in landing punches, Hardy emphasizes Ngannou's confidence, gained from his competitive 10-round bout with Fury. Ngannou's newfound confidence, coupled with his potent punch power, presents a challenging dynamic for Joshua. Hardy anticipates a more active Ngannou in this fight but cautions that increased activity could make him more vulnerable. He highlights Joshua's boxing skills, asserting that on paper, Joshua should be able to exploit Ngannou's weaknesses. However, Hardy emphasizes the need for caution on Joshua's part, considering Ngannou's improved performance against Fury and the confidence gained from completing 10 rounds. "I do wonder whether the confidence of Ngannou is going to make AJ's life a bit easier. But at the same time, that confidence can undermine AJ's confidence as well, especially if he has a rough round or two," Hardy added. As the highly anticipated showdown approaches, fans eagerly await the clash between Joshua and Ngannou, wondering if the former UFC heavyweight champion can deliver another shocking upset in the boxing world. #FrancisNgannou #AnthonyJoshua #DanHardy #BoxingInsights #FightNight #NgannouVsJoshua #SportsPrediction #BoxingAnalysis
