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Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua | Image Courtesy: Imago
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Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua | Image Courtesy: Imago
Francis Ngannou is bulking up, pushing sleds, and turning heads. But why? As he gears up to face Anthony Joshua on March 8th, his regimen speaks volumes. Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, recently labeled the fight a “Jeopardy” match. Ngannou’s legs are stealing the spotlight.
Hearn’s nervousness adds a layer of intrigue. Can muscle mass translate to boxing prowess? Joshua, with his own string of KOs, seems unfazed. Yet, the focus is on Ngannou’s physique. Is this the secret weapon or a mere distraction? In the Saudi spotlights, will size be the deciding factor?
Is Francis Ngannou pushing towards dominance?
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Francis Ngannou took to Instagram, sharing his intense training regimen with the world. Captioning his post “Work work work ☝🏿 #JoshuaNgannou,” he provided fans with a rare peek into his dedication. In the series of photos, Ngannou is seen in the initial position for a sled push exercise, functional strength training exercise where an individual pushes a weighted sled across a surface.
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Impressively, the post quickly amassed over 29k likes. This strategic move not only showcases his physical readiness but also serves as a powerful statement of intent as he prepares to face Anthony Joshua. And fans were there to voice their opinions.
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Pride of a continent: Ngannou as Africa’s champion
As Francis Ngannou’s training post captured the attention of fans worldwide, reactions poured in. One fan voiced a tactical observation, saying, “If you’ll survive third round of Joshua then you’ll be the winner..he gets tired so quick.” This comment underscores the strategic aspect of endurance in boxing matches, suggesting Ngannou’s stamina could be his key to victory.
Transitioning from strategy to support, this fan expressed apprehension for the opposition, remarking, “Bro muscles getting bigger I’m Nigerian but I’m scared for Joshua fr.” Another fan, highlighting Ngannou’s heritage, proudly declared, “The child of Africa.”
This fan’s comment, “We coming for all the titles. UFC eating their words. You are the main character. Best heavyweight ever,” speaks volumes about the confidence Ngannou’s fans have in his cross-sport potential and their belief in his superiority over both his past and future opponents.
This person directly addressed the competition with, “francisngannou you’re gonna beat @anthonyjoshua no matter what,” showcasing unwavering support and belief in Ngannou’s victory.
Together, these reactions paint a vivid picture of the public’s perception, ranging from strategic considerations to emotional investments, all eagerly awaiting the outcome of this titanic clash.
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As a jeopardy match for Joshua, do you think Joshua will be training as hard as Ngannou if not more? And who do you think is winning this battle and how? Let us know your thoughts.
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