Francis Ngannou’s former KO victim predicts ‘The Predator’ to absolutely starch Tyson Fury for THIS reason

The upcoming showdown between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou has fans and fighters excited. A former rival of Ngannou revealed who would win the crossover boxing bout.

Francis Ngannou’s former KO victim predicts ‘The Predator’ to absolutely starch Tyson Fury for THIS reason

Tyson Fury won the fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia via full decision ( Image via Imago )

Francis Ngannou‘s upcoming bout against Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia has sparked varying opinions. Ngannou is clearly the underdog going into this fight. However, one distinctive voice stood out in favor of Ngannou’s chances. It was none other than Alistair Overeem, Ngannou’s former rival and a veteran of the sport.

With decades of experience in the sport, Overeem expressed a unique perspective, analyzing fights with a keen eye for patterns and intricate details. This is what Alistair Overeem declared on The MMA Hour: 

Not only a chance — I believe he’s going to win…It’s going to be a brutal force KO.

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Overeem’s viewpoint was rooted in the idea that Ngannou is poised to astonish the world. He underscored the tendency to underestimate MMA fighters compared to boxers. Alistair Overeem referred to boxers as “one-dimensional” when viewed from their perspective. While he acknowledges Tyson Fury’s exceptional skills, Overeem highlighted Ngannou’s imposing physical presence, describing him as a “very big dude.”

Overeem predicted a brutal knockout victory for Ngannou. He spoke from first-hand experience, having endured a brutal knockout from Ngannou back in 2017 at UFC 218. That fight essentially ended his pursuit of the UFC heavyweight title. The retired fighter revealed his plans to visit Saudi Arabia to witness the colossal showdown in person. He expected a performance from Ngannou that would shock the boxing world, with faith in Ngannou’s capacity to deliver a remarkable upset.

John Fury gives his predictions on the fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou

John Fury remained firm in his belief regarding the upcoming boxing match between his son, Tyson Fury, and the formidable Francis Ngannou. Speaking to MMA Junkie, John shared his thoughts on the upcoming battle, filled with optimism for Team Fury.

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Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou is the highly anticipated boxing match between a former MMA champion and a boxing world champion this October ( Image source: L/R- X )

John Fury envisioned Tyson delivering a masterful boxing performance, dominating the ring right from the start. John expressed that Tyson held the power to finish the fight whenever he saw fit. However, John recognized the significance of providing the Saudi spectators with an exhilarating show. He also acknowledged their significant investment in the pay-per-view event. He said:

I see a great fight, but I only see one winner: Tyson…He’s going to want to entertain the people in Saudi…They’ve paid a lot of money on the pay-per-view. So he’s going to give them a great show.
John Fury via MMA Junkie.

Remaining grounded and professional, John Fury emphasized the importance of not underestimating Ngannou. He stressed that in the realm of boxing, every opponent must be taken seriously, especially someone as formidable as Ngannou, who weighs in at a staggering 270 pounds. As anticipation continues to build, fans are eager to witness the highly anticipated electrifying match that promises to be an unforgettable showdown.

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