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Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou: Clash of Titans in Saudi Arabia
Introduction: The world of combat sports is set to witness an epic showdown as heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury faces former UFC heavyweight world champion Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This battle aims to determine who truly deserves the title of the "Baddest Man on the Planet." Although Tyson Fury's world title won't be at stake, the fight promises to be an electrifying contest that fans around the world are eagerly anticipating. Key Details:
- Date and Time: Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou are scheduled to lock horns on Saturday, October 28. The action-packed evening will kick off with the undercard, which will be broadcast live from 6 pm UK time. Following the undercard, fans can look forward to the opening ceremony of Riyadh Season's fourth edition, featuring live performances. The main event, the Fury vs. Ngannou showdown, is expected to commence at around 10 pm UK time.
- How to Watch: To witness this historic battle, fans can tune in to TNT Sports Box Office, available for £21.95 in the UK. The fight can be watched on various platforms, including BT, Virgin Media TV, and Sky. Additionally, fans can opt for online streaming through the web or the TNT Sports Box Office App. It's worth noting that a TNT Sports subscription is not required to purchase access to this event.
- Quotes Corner:
- Tyson Fury: "I’m absolutely honored to be fighting Francis. He’s going to be a very, very good fighting man. You can see that he’s massive. He’s in shape. He’s going to be a real challenge. It’s something different for me. I’m used to boxing boxers and boxing the head off of somebody. But fighting an MMA guy who comes in with a different style is going to be different."
- Francis Ngannou: "I am very excited. I am very happy. I have been dreaming of becoming a boxer since I was a kid. And today, I’m not just going to box; I’m going to box the guy at the peak of the mountain. Usually, I would not pay attention to what is going around. But this thing is so big that I can’t stop thinking about it. History is going to be made."
