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Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou meet again. But this time they’re not going for a war against each other. The last time they did, Ngannou humbled Fury even after losing to him. Now, as Ngannou prepares to fight Anthony Joshua, this unexpected reunion has reignited the debate.
Their recent meeting at the Joy Awards, however, raised eyebrows. Why? Fury’s offhand remark about Ngannou’s imposing stature. Could this casual comment hint at an unspoken narrative? Was Fury’s psychological armor dented by their prior clash?
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Was Fury surprised by Ngannou’s size?
Seamlessly transitioning from the ring to the red carpet, the video tweeted by Michael Benson unveils a moment between two combat sports legends. Captured at the prestigious Joy Awards in Riyadh, the clip shows Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou in a rare, off-guard encounter. The tweet, aptly captioned “Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou reuniting at the Joy Awards in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia…”, swiftly garnered attention.

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – OCTOBER 28: Tyson Fury punches Francis Ngannou during the Heavyweight fight between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou at Boulevard Hall on October 28, 2023 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)
In the video, Fury, impeccably dressed, extends a handshake to Ngannou, equally suave in his attire. Following the handshake, Fury turns aside, remarking to an unseen companion, “He’s a big fella, isn’t it?” This candid moment, resonating with fans and onlookers alike has amassed over 106,000 views and received more than 800 likes, underscoring the immense interest in this ongoing narrative between these two titans.
Can Tyson Fury survive against Ngannou in a locked room?
In the wake of this unexpected reunion, the boxing world’s reaction was swift and varied, reflecting the diverse perspectives of fans and analysts. The first reaction suggested that Fury, despite his imposing stature and impressive record, seemed to be grappling with the psychological aftereffects of his encounter with Ngannou.
Fury’s looking like he has PTSD
— Real MMA (@Real_MMA1) January 21, 2024
Moving to another perspective, there’s a playful tone, likening Fury to having met his match or “daddy” in Ngannou. This comment underscores the surprising challenge Ngannou posed to Fury, a sentiment echoed across many fan reactions.
Tyson Fury met his daddy again🤣.
— Olasupo Jakes – Bsc (Hons), RPN (@JakesOlasupo) January 21, 2024
This reaction adds to the intrigue, playfully hypothesizing a hypothetical scenario where only one would emerge victorious if locked in a room together.
Put them in a room and we all know who walks out alive 😂
— Riker (@JoeRikerEvans) January 21, 2024
This fan then points to Fury’s apparent unease during the encounter. This observation suggests that the previous bout may have had a more significant impact on Fury than previously thought, possibly shaking his confidence or at least his public demeanor.
Fury looking shaky there
— AnbuVidz (@AnbuVidz) January 21, 2024
And this fan suggested that Ngannou still has a place inside Tyson’s head. That too, without paying any rent.
Now living in Fury's head, rent free.
— Pete (@pete_mccarthy) January 21, 2024
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Collectively, these reactions paint a picture of a boxing community still buzzing from the shockwaves of Fury and Ngannou’s monumental clash, with each comment adding a unique shade to the ongoing discourse.
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Will Fury overcome the shadows of this encounter to reclaim his undisputed dominance, or has Ngannou’s performance shifted the landscape of heavyweight boxing?
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