“Everybody looked at me as a fool,” Francis Ngannou recalls incredible manifestation to Mike Tyson four years before sealing Tyson Fury fight

Francis Ngannou shared an incredible story from four years ago when he met Mike Tyson and revealed an incredible moment.

“Everybody looked at me as a fool,” Francis Ngannou recalls incredible manifestation to Mike Tyson four years before sealing Tyson Fury fight

Mike Tyson training Francis Ngannou ( Image source: Instagram)

Francis Ngannou recently shared a remarkable twist of fate story involving Mike Tyson. Ngannou had a lifelong aspiration of having Mike Tyson in his corner for a fight with Tyson Fury. Merely four years ago, this ambitious dream was but a distant hope. Yet, as fate would have it, dreams do come true. Francis Ngannou revealed the incredible story.

Four years back, Francis Ngannou approached Mike Tyson with his incredibly ambitious request. Ngannou casually asked Tyson to be in his corner. At this time, Ngannou was far from being the leading contender in the UFC’s heavyweight division. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury was gearing up for a rematch with Deontay Wilder in the realm of professional boxing. “Everyone looked at me as a fool to even think of fighting Tyson Fury…,” Ngannou said. “…but today it is happening.”

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Many regarded this request as little more than an impossible fantasy. Yet, destiny had an extraordinary plan in store. Fast forward a mere four years, and the two heavyweight giants will clash in one of the most highly anticipated match-ups of the year.

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‘Iron Mike’ Tyson has now assumed the role of Ngannou’s coach. The legendary boxer has prepared Ngannou for his debut fight, facing Tyson Fury. The two fighters recently engaged in a lavish press conference in London. This set the stage for an epic clash ahead in Saudi Arabia.

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Why Francis Ngannou left the UFC to join the PFL?

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Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou is an upcoming boxing match between an MMA fighter and boxer this October ( Image source: L/R- Twitter )

Reflecting on his remarkable journey, Ngannou’s foray into the world of boxing was far from devoid of challenges. A restrictive UFC contract had restricted him for an entire year following the conclusion of his previous agreement.

Remarkably, Francis Ngannou was compensated a mere $600,000 for his world title defense. This amount pales in comparison to the eight-figure sum he stands to earn for his upcoming showdown with Tyson Fury. Ngannou’s departure from the UFC marked a significant shift in his career. He had achieved tremendous success in the UFC, becoming the heavyweight champion by defeating Stipe Miocic in January of the previous year. However, contractual disputes led him to explore opportunities with other promotions, ultimately leading to his signing with PFL.

In the end, the story of Francis Ngannou stands as a testament to the boundless power of dreams and unwavering determination. From a humble request made to a living legend to the imminent prospect of stepping into the ring with now a fellow iconic fighter, Francis Ngannou’s journey underscores the extraordinary outcomes that can materialize when dreams are pursued with unwavering tenacity.

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