As the date of the highly anticipated clash between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou approaches, the boxing world is buzzing with excitement and speculation. Scheduled for October 28, 2023, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, this combat promises to be a thrilling spectacle of power, strategy, and sheer grit.
WBC champion Tyson Fury and former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, making his boxing debut, will square off on Saturday. The night’s big event will star the two, featuring an intriguing card held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Francis Ngannou decided to jump to boxing after failing to reach an agreement with MMA regarding his salary. However, this fighter, now a boxer, prepared for this fight with nothing more and nothing less than the hand of Mike Tyson, so comes with great confidence and, above all, with some tricks of a giant in the history of world boxing.
The “Battle of the Baddest” will feature ten rounds and two of the biggest heavyweights of the moment in their respective sports.
When:
Saturday, October 28 at 1:00 pm ET at the Riyadh Arena, Saudi Arabia
Ring walks time:
(Estimated) 5:40 p.m. ET
Moneyline odds:
Tyson Fury -909
Francis Ngannou +529
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Why Bet on Tyson Fury?
Tyson Fury, the ‘Gypsy King,’ is no stranger to the spotlight. With his imposing stature, unorthodox style, and unbeatable record, Fury has established himself as a formidable force in boxing. His impressive resume includes victories over heavyweights like Deontay Wilder and Wladimir Klitschko.
He comes into the combat having won two combats by technical knockout: he stopped Dillian Whyte in the sixth round of their April 2022 fight. And likewise, he outpointed Derek Chisora in the tenth round last December.
Following those victories, the Englishman was due to defend the undisputed heavyweight title against Oleksandr Usyk, the unified heavyweight champion. However, the two could not agree in March, so Fury turned his attention to Ngannou.
Why Bet on Francis Ngannou?
On the other hand, Francis Ngannou, the ‘Predator,’ hailing from the world of mixed martial arts (MMA), has made a name for himself for his devastating knockout power. Ngannou’s transition from the UFC to boxing has been a topic of intrigue, and his combat against Fury will be his ultimate test.
‘The Predator,’ who defeated Stipe Miocic at UFC 260, captured the heavyweight title in March 2021. In January of the following year, at UFC 270, he faced Ciryl Gane to defend his title. A year later, he joined the PFL, which allows him to box, after leaving the UFC due to salary problems.
Final Betting Analysis: Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou
It is vital to recall that whatever can happen in boxing, Ngannou’s punching power cannot be underestimated. The ‘Predator’ has the opportunity to strike, and if he lands a clean punch, he could potentially tip the fight in his favor.
Regarding fight strategy, Fury will likely use his superior striking, experience, and boxing skills to keep Ngannou at bay. The Gypsy King’s elusive movement and defensive prowess will be key to avoiding Ngannou’s powerful punches. Ngannou, on the other hand, will need to close the distance and land hard punches to secure the victory. The ‘Predator’ will likely exploit any loopholes in Fury’s defense and capitalize on them with his knockout power.
However, considering that these intriguing fights are considered more of a spectacle than a serious bout, we don’t believe it’ll end early with a knockout. Fury will navigate using his experience against his rival willingness and land a unanimous decision.
Look for a win on Tyson Fury’s Moneyline. If you put $100 on Fury at -909, you’ll see a $11.00 win with a total payout of $111.00.
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