Are you ready for a showdown that promises more theatrics outside the ring than inside? On October 28, Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou will throw down in a fight that’s making more noise for its eye watering PPV price than the fighters’ skills. That’s right, folks – TNT Sports Box Office is charging £21.95 for UK viewers to watch what could be described as a farcical exhibition rather than a legendary boxing bout.
The ‘Gypsy King,’ the man known for his psychological warfare, seems to have lost a battle against his own ego this time. Stepping into the ring as the current WBC Heavyweight champion, he’s set to fight Francis Ngannou, a man making his boxing debut. Yes, you read that right. Ngannou may be a former UFC heavyweight champion, but he’s as green as they come in professional boxing. It’s like watching a professional swimmer dive into a game of water polo – sure, they can swim, but do they understand the actual game?
Now, onto the PPV itself. The cost of this spectacle is a cool £21.95, a price that would make anyone wince. Considering we’re watching Fury, a seasoned boxer, potentially turn the fight into a one-sided schooling session for Ngannou, it’s hard to justify emptying wallets for this. Perhaps the undercard will save it? Well, with names like Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley gracing the event, one might have hoped for salvation. But let’s be real – the main event overshadows everything, like an overcooked diva in a school play.
Speaking of school plays, the event is part of the opening ceremony for Riyadh Season in Saudi Arabia. It seems they’ve confused boxing with Broadway, focusing more on live performances than the fights themselves. But who knows? Maybe the musical numbers will be more exciting than watching Fury dance – I mean, move around Ngannou for twelve rounds.
BIf you’re not already a TNT Sports subscriber, worry not, for they’ve made sure this event is accessible to everyone willing to splurge. Sky, Virgin Media TV, BT, and even online platforms are all avenues to watch this, uh, historic fight. They’ve left no stone unturned in their quest to take your hard-earned money, even providing mobile billing options with various carriers.
Tyson Fury:
“I’m more than capable of holding my own against anyone. I exchanged blows with Wilder and did the same with Wladimir Klitschko. I’m ready to go toe-to-toe with this opponent.”
“Perhaps I’ll deliver a smooth, masterful boxing display, ensuring the man doesn’t lay a finger on me. Imagine how great that’d be? I could increase the intensity of my jabs, emulate Apollo Creed’s style, and stick to a strategy of hit and run.”
“When Ngannou gets hit by my right punch, he’ll realize he’s not in a position to dominate.”
“There are times I look at my reflection and consider myself brilliant. At a point where many believed I was done, I proved them wrong by unveiling a surprise. A mere half a year ago, I questioned if I’d ever step into the ring again. But now, the journey continues.”
“As for the fight with Oleksandr Usyk, it’s not my focus right now. I have this challenging opponent ahead, and once I’ve tackled him effectively, I’ll turn my attention to what’s next.”
Francis Ngannou
“It’s surreal. As I walked, I thought, ‘The young man succeeded.’”
“I never aimed to mimic Fury’s style. I’m not stepping in to follow Fury’s approach. I’m entering to execute my strategy. So, my preparation centered around how I best fight, and that’s the focus my coaches and I had. It was challenging, but fruitful.”
“While I recognize my limited boxing background, I’ve always embraced challenges and have surmounted many.”
“Before the fight this Saturday, remember one thing: we are already the two toughest individuals globally. Our goal? The top spot.”
“I’ve been eyeing Tyson Fury for the past four years. Back then, I hadn’t heard of Oleksandr Usyk. But when the chance arose, Tyson Fury was my pick. He’s the one.”
FURY-NGANNOU UNDERCARD:
Fabio Wardley-David Adeleye, Joseph Parker-Simon Kean, Arslanbek Makhmudov-Agron Smakici and Moses Itauma highlight undercard extravaganza
Unbeaten British heavyweight sensations Fabio Wardley and David Adeleye are set to light up the ring in a make-or-break fight on Saturday, Oct. 28, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This 12-round tussle, featuring two rising stars, will be the key precursor to the electrifying fight between WBC & lineal heavyweight boxing world champion Tyson Fury and lineal MMA heavyweight world champion Francis Ngannou.
Heralding the launch of Riyadh Season – dubbed the globe’s premier entertainment spectacle – the night promises non-stop action, especially from the sport’s top-contender division, the heavyweights. From Auckland, New Zealand, ex-WBO world champ Joseph Parker (32-3, 22 KOs) is pitted against Canada’s Simon Kean (23-1, 22 KOs). Meanwhile, with a reputation for shattering bones, Arslanbek Makhmudov (17-0, 16 KOs), another Canadian talent, is set to defend his NABF title against Croatian pro Agron Smakici (19-2, 17 KOs). Fans can expect these significant fights to span 10 rounds each.
