In just a few hours from now, the biggest cross-over fight of this year will take its course. WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury will clash against MMA fame Francis Ngannou in a fight that has attracted criticism ever since its inception. A seasoned boxer like Fury, who has boxed all his life will go up against Ngannou who will make his debut in the squared circle.

The highly lucrative bout for both fighters has managed to position itself as an event that most do not approve of but will watch, as it marks a significant day in combat sports after the Floyd Mayweather vs Conor Mcgregor fight. The official proceedings before the fight began last night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in all its glory. In attendance for the weigh-in and the gala dinner were some of the biggest names in the world today. It also included the likes of Christiano Ronaldo and Manny Pacquiao. 

Ronaldo and Pacquiao in attendance at Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou

Tonight’s fight will not have Tyson Fury’s belt on the line but that does not mean the stakes are not high. For Fury, the betting favorite in the fight, a loss would definitely damage the credibility of the undefeated champion. For the Cameroonian fighter, on the other hand, it is his maiden stint in the ring, and a win would not only bring praise and glory; but he will be looked at as a serious contender for world heavyweight titles in boxing.

With so much on stake, and a lavish backdrop of Saudi offering itself up, why would anyone not want to attend the event? As the carpets were rolled at the Boulevard Hall in Riyadh, the Kingdom of Saudi saw the most prominent names descend to be a part of this iconic event.  Soccer legend Christiano Ronaldo and  formereight-division champion Manny Pacquiao were a part of this entourage.

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Both of them are heavily revered in their area of sports, and when they come together, hardly can someone stay quiet. In a video that has emerged from last night, Ronaldo can be seen embracing Pacquiao for a set of photos. Ronaldo in all his excitement says, “HEY PACQUIAO!”

One fan stated that the soccer player looked quite starstruck when encountering the ground-breaking fighter.

Further, a user argued that Ronaldo from the looks of it was genuinely excited to have met Pacquiao. They called the interaction, “wholesome”. 

A fan simply called both of them ‘Goats’

Another fan acknowledged the signature accent with which Ronaldo called the fighter.

Even though not many approve of Fury vs. Ngannou, one cannot deny the effects it has had on the global sports scene. Imagine the entirety of the global sports community descending at one location just to be a part of something historic. That is what happens tonight in Saudi.

In a fight of this nature, the two fighters will collide to prove their relevance in the boxing realm. Watch this space as we do a close coverage of everything that will go down in Boulevard Hall tonight.

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Meanwhile, what do you think of the moment shared between Ronaldo and Pacquiao? Let us know in the comments section below.

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