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Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou Undercard Confirmed: Will Feature 3 Title Fights and Tyson Fury’s Brother

Published 02/29/2024, 7:25 AM EST

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Anthony Joshua versus Francis Ngannou isn’t just a fight; it’s a spectacle. Riyadh’s night sky will illuminate with stars, but there’s more. Three title bouts set the stage including Zhilei Zhang and Joseph Parker, each echoing the night’s grandeur. But here’s the twist: Tyson Fury’s brother steps into the ring. Curious?

The full Knockout Chaos card, brimming with promise, holds secrets yet unveiled. Will Ngannou’s powerhouse punches meet Joshua’s strategic might in a clash of titans? And what surprises lie in the undercard’s depth?

Anthony Joshua vs. Ngannou is just the tip of the iceberg

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Diving straight into the heart of the action, IFL TV’s recent tweet sets the stage for an electrifying night: “The full Knockout Chaos card has been confirmed ✅ Anthony Joshua 🆚 Francis Ngannou, Zhilei Zhang 🆚 Joseph Parker 🏆 WBO ‘Interim’ World Heavyweight Title, Rey Vargas 🆚 Nick Ball 👑 WBC World Featherweight Title, Israil Madrimov 🆚 Magomed Kurbanov 👑 Vacant WBO World Super-Welterweight Title, Mark Chamberlain 🆚 Gavin Gwynne, Justis Huni 🆚 Kevin Lerena, Louis Greene 🆚 Jack McGann, Ziyad Almaayouf vs Christian Loopes Flores, Andrii Novytskyi vs. Juan Torres, Roman Fury 🆚 Martin Svarc.”

Firstly, the main event captures the spotlight, pitting the formidable Anthony Joshua against the powerhouse Francis Ngannou, who just proved his mettle against Tyson Fury. This heavyweight clash is huge for the future of Anthony Joshua. Transitioning to the co-feature, Zhilei Zhang locks horns with Joseph Parker for the WBO ‘Interim’ World Heavyweight Title, a battle where sheer force meets seasoned skill.

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Next, the stage is set for the 33 year old Rey Vargas and Nick Ball to vie for the WBC World Featherweight Title. Furthermore, the vacant WBO World Super-Welterweight Title is up for grabs, with the undefeated Israil Madrimov and Magomed Kurbanov showcasing their hunger for championship glory.

The Fury family is fighting again!

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Moreover, the card brims with talent as undefeated lightweight Mark Chamberlain faces European champion Gavin Gwynne, a matchup where technique and tenacity collide. Also, the heavyweight division sees an intriguing bout between the 8-0 Justis Huni and former secondary WBA heavyweight title challenger Kevin Lerena, each eager to ascend the ranks.

Additionally, the undercard features Louis Greene against Jack McGann, promising a clash of wills, alongside Ziyad Almaayouf’s encounter with Christian Loopes Flores, where potential meets prowess. Andrii Novytskyi’s showdown with Juan Torres further enriches the card, offering a glimpse of heavyweight ambition.

Lastly, adding a touch of familial fame, Roman Fury, Tyson Fury’s brother, steps into the ring against Martin Svarc, spotlighting the Fury legacy in a new light. Each fight, meticulously curated, contributes to a night where legacy, ambition, and skill converge, promising an unforgettable spectacle in the world of boxing.

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Which bout are you most excited for, and who do you predict will leave the ring as a champion? Can the undercard fighters seize their moment to shine on such a grand stage?

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