Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, will face Tyson Fury on October 28 in a highly anticipated heavyweight clash. Ngannou has been training under the guidance of former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson in his quest to defeat the current WBC title holder.
Ngannou’s name is forever etched in MMA history as one of the most brutal punchers. Mike Tyson is undoubtedly the perfect man to train Francis, as he holds a similar level of esteem in the sport of boxing.
Mike Tyson training Francis Ngannou ahead of his Tyson Fury fight
Iron Mike retired in 2005 but has remained ever-present in the sport, conducting interviews with current fighters on his podcast, “Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson.” On social media, the heavyweight legend has showcased the intense training he has been putting Ngannou through with the ambition of achieving the ultimate upset.
The heavyweight legend took to social media to share glimpses of Ngannou’s training. On Twitter, the legendary heavyweight, expressed his admiration, stating, “I am not easily impressed, but Francis Ngannou knows how to box. This is what dedication looks like.”
I am not easily impressed, but @Francis_Ngannou knows how to box. THIS is what dedication looks like. #FuryNgannou #RiyadhSeason pic.twitter.com/kDK30akHK0
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) September 1, 2023
‘The Predator’ and ‘Iron Mike’ were both seen sweating it out in the training clip released by Mike Tyson on his social media. During the sparring session, Francis landed heavy punches on his sparring partner, and Tyson interfered to correct his form, emphasizing the need to avoid ducking down after landing a punch.
Boxing fans react to Mike Tyson training Francis Ngannou
As impressive as Francis’s training clip was, professional social media boxers had a completely different perspective. One fan said, “Really enjoy seeing this relationship and training between Tyson and Ngannou, but no it doesn’t mean I think he beats Fury… at all. Still cool to see nonetheless,”. The fan is none other Ian Parker who is an MMA analyst for ESPN.
Really enjoy seeing this relationship and training between Tyson and Ngannou, but no it doesn’t mean I think he beats Fury… at all. Still cool to see nonetheless https://t.co/27zOhqTPD0
— Ian Parker (@IanParkerMMA) September 1, 2023
“People really think Francis got a chance LMAO,” replied one fan to Francis’s training video. “Fury will dance around him,” replied another fan.
Fury will dance around him
— CSK (@Trader_CSK) September 1, 2023
Tell us in the comments your thoughts on the fight between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury. Do you believe Francis will emerge as the victor in his boxing debut, or do you agree with the fans that Fury will beat him easily?
