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• Tyson Fury’s funniest ever face off with Francis Ngannou 2 years ago 🤣
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• EXCLUSIVE: Francis Ngannou forced to wait for Deontay Wilder
Deontay Wilder’s longtime manager, Shelly Finkel, has told World Boxing News that the heavyweight star’s career trajectory remains unchanged, despite a recent back-and-forth with Francis Ngannou. Finkel confirmed to WBN that, while the crossover chatter continues to dominate headlines, the blueprint for Wilder remains focused on conventional boxing and adding to his already remarkable ...2025
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• Francis Ngannou visits PSG with Deontay Wilder barbs unresolved
Francis Ngannou turned heads this week with a high-profile visit to Paris Saint-Germain, drawing attention from football fans and boxing fans alike. PSG welcomed the former UFC heavyweight champion as a visitor to the European giants at their home stadium. “A world champion visiting the European Champions. Welcome to the Parc des Princes, Francis Ngannou!”… ...2025
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• Deontay Wilder’s Francis Ngannou response not part of the plan
Deontay Wilder caused a seismic shock when responding to Francis Ngannou’s callout, which, according to Shelly Finkel, is not part of the plan. Wilder fired back at Ngannou after the former UFC champion once again opened up on a boxing clash between the pair. The “Bronze Bomber” insists he remains ready and willing to meet… ...2025
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• Deontay Wilder Accepts Francis Ngannou’s Challenge And Throws Down One Of His Own: “Step In The Ring”
Does a fight between one-time (and perhaps he can be again) huge puncher Deontay Wilder and one-time ... continue Deontay Wilder Accepts Francis Ngannou’s Challenge And Throws Down One Of His Own: “Step In The Ring” @ Boxing News 24/7...2025
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• Tyson Fury Says There Is No Debate On Who Punches Harder Between Wilder, Klitschko And Ngannou

has been in with some of the biggest punches in boxing, including , Wladimir Klitschko and Francis Ngannou. ‘The Gypsy King’ is a former WBC heavyweight champion who won his first world title on away soil when he beat Klitschko back in 2015, out in Germany. After a time away to battle mental health problems, […]...2025
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• 5 Boxers Who Will Face Difficult Competition in 2025

2025 seems to be a significant year in boxing already. Fans are looking forward to many dream fights next year since undisputed is the thing to do. The third fight between Dmitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev could happen before the year is out. Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois will compete for the undisputed heavyweight crown on July 19. Fans have been waiting years for the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence...2025
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• "A Serious Medical Error"... New Twist In Francis Ngannou Crash As Cause of Death Raises Disturbing Questions

Francis Ngannou crash takes grim turn as court shifts blame for the victim's death....2025
• Eddie Hearn Clarifies Timeline for Anthony Joshua’s Comeback

Anthony Joshua (28-4, 25 KOs) was last seen in the ring on September 21, (22-2, 21 KOs) at Wembley Stadium, where he was brutally knocked out by Daniel Dubois (22-2, 21 KOs). AJ’s return has been speculated on since that defeat, with a rematch with Dubois, a super fight with Tyson Fury and even a bout with Jake Paul mentioned. Eddie Hearn has now spoken to “The Stomping Ground” a...2025
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• Dana White, invasive species

Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLC Dana White’s foray into boxing should be resisted through all available means Yesterday’s big news revolved around UFC president Dana White, who’s joined forces with fellow autocrat Turki Alalshikh and WWE president Tony Khan to create a new, heretofore-unnamed boxing league. As someone who spent a decade exposed to unsafe levels of Dana White, a trial for wh...2025
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• Fury vs Ngannou set for Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Tyson Fury will face former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in October | https://twitter.com/FrankWarren/status/1678766646264238080 Ngannou left the UFC after winning and defending its heavyweight title, ultimately joining PFL Days after news dropped that Tyson Fury was “expected” to face former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou, the pair are officially set to lock hands “u...2023
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• UFC 226: Max Holloway injury pushes Francis Ngannou vs. Derrick Lewis to co-main event
'The Predator' is looking to make a name for himself once again...2018
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• UFC 226: Francis Ngannou vs. Derrick Lewis promoted to co-main event after Max Holloway injury
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"As for the fight itself, the real intrigue may be the idea of Canelo “entertaining” and “carrying” the fight, as many felt we saw with Floyd Mayweather vs Conor McGregor and Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou, the latter nearly going disastrous for Fury."

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"Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou in Riyadh | Fayez Nureldine/AFP via Getty Images Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou in Riyadh next."

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"Francis Ngannou: We Can Run it Back, Now I Know I Can Do This Sh!t"

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"Francis Ngannou couldn't help but be complimentary of Ciryl Gane's performance to win the interim heavyweight title at UFC 265."

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" UFC on ESPN 1 fight card, odds: Ex-champ Cain Velasquez favored over Francis Ngannou "

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"Francis Ngannou hoping for dream UFC heavyweight title fight against Brock Lesnar"

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"UFC 218 results: Francis Ngannou flattens Alistair Overeem with vicious KO"

• ‘Boxing is Stale’ – Oscar De La Hoya Slams Xander Zayas

Since Turki Alalshikh announced himself to the boxing world through the Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou fight, we have been treated to many memorable matchups, such as two titanic clashes between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol and the upcoming superfight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. Despite these fights, there is still criticism from some quarters regarding fights that haven’t happ...2025
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• Wrap-Up: Remembering George Foreman plus Crawford, Jake Paul, more

George Foreman passed away this week at age 76 | Getty Images The sports world lost one of its all-time greats with the passing of George Foreman, plus more from this week in boxing. George Foreman: 1949-2025 One of boxing’s all-time great fighters and personalities, George Foreman passed away this week at the age of 76. An Olympic gold medalist in 1968, a 76-win professional and two-time ...2025
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• Dana White, invasive species
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• Francis Ngannou vs. Deontay Wilder: Malik Scott Shares His Candid Take

Deontay Wilder (43-4-1, 42 KOs) was once one of the most feared heavyweights in the world, prior to his gruelling trilogy with Tyson Fury. Since the conclusion of those intense battles, Wilder has secured only one victory—a brutal first-round stoppage over Robert Helenius. After two losses on Riyadh Season cards, “The Bronze Bomber” has been linked with a return to the ring. WilderR...2025
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• Derek Chisora Ready for a Final Flourish in Boxing

Veteran heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora says he has come to terms with the fact that his professional fighting career is nearing its end. The 40-year-old is scheduled to meet Otto Wallin at Co-op Live in Manchester on February 8 in a bout that will attract a sizeable audience on live-streaming platforms. Fans in overseas jurisdictions will be able to utilise ExpressVPN software to access the broa...2025
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• Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker reaping the benefits of activity

Anthony Joshua looks close to the best version of himself | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Joshua and Parker look close to the best versions of themselves after nine fights in 15 months combined. Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker both recorded impressive victories this past weekend in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in what might prove to be the most important of their respective careers. Par...2024
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• ‘If you want a money fight, let’s run it’: Deen the Great calls out Tank, Garcia, Shakur

Deen the Great continues to call out top pro boxers | Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images Crossover boxing standout Deen the Great continues to call out top pro boxing names. Crossover boxer “Deen the Great” is continuing his call-out circus, once again taking aim at Gervonta “Tank” Davis, Ryan Garcia, and Shakur Stevenson in an interview today during Misfits Boxing’s latest card. Deen has ...2024
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• Zhang vs Parker joins Joshua vs Ngannou on Mar. 8

Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images Zhilei Zhang scored two knockouts of Joe Joyce in 2023, while Joseph Parker went 4-0 After surging to prominence with big wins in 2023, top heavyweights Zhang Zhilei and Joseph Parker are set to meet in the co-feature of Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou on March 8th. Declan Taylor first brought word early this morning, with Mike Coppinger and Jake Donov...2024
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• Confirmed: Fury and Usyk sign contracts for undisputed fight

Fury vs Usyk is reportedly signed and ready to go in late 2023 or early 2024 | Julian Finney/Getty Images and Jakub Porzycki/Anadolu Agency via Getty Images Fury vs Usyk is reportedly signed and ready to go in late 2023 or early 2024. UPDATE (11:44 am ET): Both Tyson Fury and promoter Frank Warren have confirmed the news. Fury vs Usyk is signed. Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk have reported...2023
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• Rankings (July 31): Crawford and Inoue shine brighter than ever, more
Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue shined brighter than ever this week | Al Bello/Getty Images and Kazuhiro Nogi/AFP via Getty Images Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue shined brighter than ever this week, plus more! Rankings go up Mondays. No update next week, next update on August 14. Ranked fights the next two weeks: Heavyweight: (4) Anthony Joshua vs (10) Dillian Whyte, Aug. 12 Junior W...2023
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• Francis Ngannou Teases Next Move – Reveals His Top Choice

Francis Ngannou (0-2, 0 KOs) was last seen in the boxing ring being brutally stopped by Anthony Joshua in the second round. Despite this defeat, Ngannou has spoken about his desire to return to boxing. The ex-UFC star and current PFL fighter appeared on the Ariel Helwani Show and revealed his top pick for his next move would be a boxing match against Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs). Francis Nganno...2025
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• Who should Oleksandr Usyk fight next?

Oleksandr Usyk has no shortage of potential challengers to his undisputed crown | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Oleksandr Usyk has no shortage of potential challengers to his undisputed crown. Oleksandr Usyk is once again the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, following a demolition job against Daniel Dubois in their rematch on Saturday at Wembley Stadium. The 38-year-old...2025
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• Anthony Joshua Future Revealed By Eddie Hearn Ahead Of Next Fight

Anthony Joshua is still riding high off his impressive win over Francis Ngannou and now Eddie Hearn has mapped out his future contests. Joshua’s last bout in early March capped a successful year for the Brit. He fought four times in just under 12 months with a points win over Jermaine Franklin, and three straight […] The post Anthony Joshua Future Revealed By Eddie Hearn Ahead Of Next ...2024
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• Anthony Joshua Confirms Francis Ngannou Fight Date: “Here We Go Again”

Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou will battle it out over ten rounds in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Friday March 8. The former unified heavyweight champion scored three wins in 2023 after suffering back-to-back defeats at the hands of Oleksandr Usyk. Those victories – Jermaine Franklin on points and a stoppage over Robert Helenius and Otto […] The post Anthony Joshua Confirms Francis Ngan...2024
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• Deontay Wilder Could Face Number One Heavyweight Contender On Joshua-Ngannou Card

Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou to cap off Riyadh Season in Saudi Arabia, and Deontay Wilder is reportedly in talks to, once again, star on the same card. With different results, the date pencilled in for this event – reportedly Friday March 8 – was the stage for Joshua-Wilder, but a loss to Joseph […] The post Deontay Wilder Could Face Number One Heavyweight Contender O...2024
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• ‘You’re a bad professor, motherf—er’: Francis Ngannou on Fury saying he’d take him to school

Francis Ngannou truly believes he beat Tyson Fury | Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Francis Ngannou truly believes he beat Tyson Fury, but says he wasn’t surprised by how the fight was scored. Francis Ngannou truly believes he deserved the win on Saturday against Tyson Fury, with Fury of course escaping with a debated split decision over 10 rounds, a surprising fight for everyone,...2023
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• Tyson Fury survives knockdown, narrowly outpoints Francis Ngannou via split decision

Tyson Fury struggled to outpoint Francis Ngannou, who scored a third-round knockdown, en route to dropping a split decision. The post Tyson Fury survives knockdown, narrowly outpoints Francis Ngannou via split decision appeared first on The Ring....2023
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• HIGHLIGHTS! Fury comes off canvas, beats Ngannou by split decision

Tyson Fury nicked a split decision over Francis Ngannou in Riyadh | Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images Tyson Fury nicked a split decision over Francis Ngannou in Riyadh. Tyson Fury nearly got shocked in Riyadh, but did enough to beat Francis Ngannou by split decision over 10 rounds, having to come off the canvas along the way. One judge scored the bout 95-94 for Ngannou, while the ot...2023
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• UFC on ESPN 1 results, highlights: Francis Ngannou stops Cain Velasquez in just 26 seconds
Velasquez appeared to injure his knee while going in for a takedown attempt before being finished...2019
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• UFC on ESPN 1 results -- Cain Velasquez vs. Francis Ngannou: Live updates, highlights, fight card
Follow along with play-by-play coverage and analysis of this loaded card from Phoenix...2019
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• Deontay Wilder’s Manager Shelly Finkel Responds to Francis Ngannou Callout

Former UFC heavyweight champion and the inaugural PFL super fights heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou (0-2, 0 KOs) recently appeared on the Ariel Helwani Show and revealed his desired next move was a boxing match with Deontay Wilder (44-4-1, 43 KOs). Now, Wilder’s manager, Shelly Finkel, has spoken to Sky Sports about that callout. Francis Ngannou Calls Out Deontay Wilder Shelly Finkel Responds ...2025
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• Who should Oleksandr Usyk fight next?
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• 5 Boxers Who Will Face Difficult Competition in 2025
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• Saudi Arabia’s Boxing Takeover: How the Kingdom Became a Global Powerhouse

Over the past five years, Saudi Arabia has established itself as the dominant force in boxing. With landmark events like Riyadh Season Boxing hosting marquee names such as Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk, Anthony Joshua, and Deontay Wilder, the Kingdom has redefined where and how top-level boxing takes place. Backed by sovereign investment and with a clear vision for sporting supremacy, Saudi Arabia is...2025
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• Eddie Hearn Clarifies Timeline for Anthony Joshua’s Comeback
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• Wrap-Up: Remembering George Foreman plus Crawford, Jake Paul, more
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• Dana White, invasive species
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• Canelo Alvarez vs Jake Paul deal reportedly close for May 3

Canelo vs Jake Paul looks like it’s really going to happen on May 3 | Omar Vega/Getty Images and Tayfun Coskun/Anadolu via Getty Images Canelo vs Jake Paul looks like it’s really going to happen on May 3. Canelo Alvarez and Jake Paul look like they’re really, actually going to fight in real life. ESPN.com’s Mike Coppinger is reporting that a deal is being “finalized” for a May 3 fight at T...2025
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• Derek Chisora Ready for a Final Flourish in Boxing
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• Anthony Joshua and Joseph Parker reaping the benefits of activity
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• Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou signed: Confirmed ‘done deal’

Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou in Riyadh | Fayez Nureldine/AFP via Getty Images Anthony Joshua will face Francis Ngannou in Riyadh next. UPDATE (5:22 pm ET): Eddie Hearn has confirmed the fight is set, with a press conference set for January 15. Anthony Joshua appears to have a replacement opponent for his planned fight with Deontay Wilder, as Joshua will reportedly face Francis...2024
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• Francis Ngannou: Most Likely I'll Knock Joshua Out, He's Easier To Send Down Than Fury!
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• Francis Ngannou Knocks Tyson Fury Down On The Way To Controversial Decision Loss

Francis Ngannou almost completed a fairytale story in combat sports by doing what 29 men couldn’t – beating Tyson Fury. Despite scoring a knockdown, he lost a split decision to the heavyweight champion. The crossover contest from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia was criticised by boxing fans when announced given that Fury was to step away from […] The post Francis Ngannou Knocks Tyson Fury D...2023
• Tyson Fury says Saudi Arabia will soon takeover sports ahead of Francis Ngannou event

“They’re taking over the game, they’re taking over football; boxing, whatever," Tyson Fury said of Saudi Arabia. “Within five years, 10 years, they’re going to be the powerhouse of all sports." The post Tyson Fury says Saudi Arabia will soon takeover sports ahead of Francis Ngannou event appeared first on The Ring....2023
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• Tyson Fury Shockingly Dropped in Third, Overcomes Tough Moments To Barely Edge Francis Ngannou
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• Francis Ngannou Warns: I Will Take The Soul of Anthony Joshua
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• ‘Tyson Fury, let’s do it’: Zhilei Zhang makes callout after Joyce win

Photo by Steven Paston/PA Images via Getty Images Zhilei Zhang says Tyson Fury will experience the same loss Joe Joyce did if they fight. Zhilei Zhang may have a mandatory spot in line to face Oleksandr Usyk, but it sounds like his attention is fully on landing a fight with Tyson Fury after today’s knockout win over Joe Joyce. While blowing off an intervening Derek Chisora in a post-fight ...2023
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• Deontay Wilder’s Manager Shelly Finkel Responds to Francis Ngannou Callout
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• Francis Ngannou Teases Next Move – Reveals His Top Choice
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• ‘Boxing is Stale’ – Oscar De La Hoya Slams Xander Zayas
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• Saudi Arabia’s Boxing Takeover: How the Kingdom Became a Global Powerhouse
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• Eddie Hearn Clarifies Timeline for Anthony Joshua’s Comeback
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• Wrap-Up: Remembering George Foreman plus Crawford, Jake Paul, more
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• Francis Ngannou vs. Deontay Wilder: Malik Scott Shares His Candid Take
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• Canelo Alvarez vs Jake Paul deal reportedly close for May 3
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• Derek Chisora Ready for a Final Flourish in Boxing
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• Should Francis Ngannou continue his boxing career after KO loss to Joshua?

Francis Ngannou was destroyed by Anthony Joshua | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Francis Ngannou was destroyed by Anthony Joshua on Friday. Should he keep trying to box? Francis Ngannou got demolished by Anthony Joshua on Friday in Saudi Arabia, brutally knocked out in the second round of his second pro boxing bout. The former UFC heavyweight champion was dropped three times includin...2024
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• EXCLUSIVE: Wilder vs Ngannou OFF the table for 2025
Deontay Wilder’s future remains one of the most debated topics in heavyweight boxing. After returning to winning ways this summer, speculation quickly centered on a blockbuster crossover with Francis Ngannou. The former UFC champion has been heavily linked to a ring meeting with the ‘Bronze Bomber’ in 2025. However, Wilder’s long-time advisor, Shelly Finkel, has… ...2025
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• EXCLUSIVE: Deontay Wilder vs Francis Ngannou NOT happening
Deontay Wilder’s future has been the subject of constant speculation since his comeback win over the summer. One of the most circulated rumors placed the ‘Bronze Bomber’ in a crossover clash against former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in 2026. However, Wilder’s long-time advisor, Shelly Finkel, has moved to shut the door firmly on that… ...2025
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• Who should Oleksandr Usyk fight next?
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• Should Francis Ngannou continue his boxing career after KO loss to Joshua?
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• Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou signed: Confirmed ‘done deal’
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• ‘You’re a bad professor, motherf—er’: Francis Ngannou on Fury saying he’d take him to school
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• Fury vs Ngannou set for Oct. 28 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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