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An old rival has commented on the upcoming Tyson Fury–Francis Ngannou match. However, Fury does not seem very happy about it. The two heavyweights will battle it out on October 28 in Riyadh. Though Fury is the betting favorite in the fight, Ngannou’s punching power cannot be ignored. Moreover, former heavyweight legend Mike Tyson who was a knockout artist himself has been training the former UFC champion.
Deontay Wilder, the old rival of Fury has picked his side before the fight. Needless to say, it is the ‘Predator’. Fury in response, posted a story on Instagram slamming the ‘Bronze Bomber’.
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What names has Tyson Fury called Deontay Wilder for siding with Ngannou?
Speaking to Inside Fighting, Wilder laid out his opinions on his rival’s next fight. When asked what he thought of Ngannou’s performance, he responded “I don’t know, I really don’t know. Cause I don’t really know how he feel and how he been training to do what he gotta do.” This match will mark Ngannou’s debut inside the boxing ring. Wilder has never seen the Cameroonian fighter box before. So, he was not confident in predicting Ngannou’s performance in the squared circle.
Tyson Fury responds to Deontay Wilder picking Francis Ngannou to beat him… pic.twitter.com/vl7k6fzErv
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) October 27, 2023
However, when asked which side he tilted towards, Wilder did not hesitate before going with Ngannou. “Ngannou, I’m going with my brother.” The ‘Gypsy King’ was quick in reposting the clip on his story calling Wilder “Spaghetti legged proper sausage”. The rivalry has certainly kept the fans entertained.
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The epic trilogy between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder
In the realm of modern boxing, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder engaged in a fierce rivalry, clashing three times for the WBC heavyweight title. Their saga began in 2018 with a contentious draw, leaving the boxing fans to demand a rematch. Two years later, in a highly anticipated rematch, Fury emerged victorious, seizing the WBC heavyweight belt through a seventh-round technical knockout.
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Wilder, undeterred, sought redemption in a third bout held in October 2021. Despite his determination, Fury defended his title with a stunning 11th-round knockout, solidifying his dominance in this epic rivalry. In fact, Fury had started considering retirement after the third fight. These battles etched their names in boxing history, captivating fans worldwide with their raw power and tenacity.
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Fury’s upcoming fight is only hours away. All the anticipation will be put to rest as the two Titans will trade punches in the ring. Who are you rooting for? Let us know in the comments below.
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