Tyson Fury News
Alistair Overeem predicts first-round knockout for Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury: "Shock the world"
Josh Evanoff - October 25, 2023
Alistair Overeem is backing Francis Ngannou in his boxing match against Tyson Fury. This Saturday night in Saudi Arabia, ‘The Predator’ and ‘The Gypsy King’ will clash. For Tyson Fury, the boxing match is the last thing standing between a December title unification with Oleksandr Usyk. Meanwhile, the bout will be the first of Francis Ngannou’s boxing journey, but Alistair Overeem is confident in him.
Tyson Fury reveals why there isn't a rematch clause for his fight against Francis Ngannou
Cole Shelton - October 25, 2023
Tyson Fury doesn’t have a rematch clause in the contract for his bout against Francis Ngannou on Saturday. Fury and Ngannou are set to box on Saturday in Saudi Arabia in a very intriguing bout. ‘The Gypsy King’ enters the fight as a massive betting favorite, as many expect him to be too much for Ngannou. However, the former UFC heavyweight champion has been vocal with his confidence that he can KO Fury.
Tyson Fury sends Alexander Volkanovski support after loss to Islam Makhachev: "Get back in there and kick ass!"
Josh Evanoff - October 24, 2023
Tyson Fury has sent Alexander Volkanovski some support after his loss at UFC 294. ‘The Great’ returned to the octagon over the weekend for a rematch with Islam Makhachev. In February, Alexander Volkanovski stepped up to face the lightweight champion, suffering a unanimous decision loss. However, stepping up on short notice, circumstances were much different heading into Saturday’s clash.
Tyson Fury explains why he thinks Francis Ngannou is more dangerous than Oleksandr Usyk
Cole Shelton - October 24, 2023
Tyson Fury believes Francis Ngannou is more of a dangerous opponent than Oleksandr Usyk will be. Fury is set to return to the ring on Saturday night in Saudi Arabia as he takes on the former UFC heavyweight champ in Ngannou. It’s an intriguing matchup and one that Fury is a massive favorite in, given the fact that it is Ngannou’s boxing debut.
Tyson Fury tells Francis Ngannou the combination sequence he will use to knock him out during face-to-face interview
Harry Kettle - October 23, 2023
Tyson Fury has told Francis Ngannou what combination he plans to finish him with in their boxing showdown this weekend. This Saturday, Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou will collide in a major crossover boxing bout. The expectation is that ‘The Gypsy King’ will walk away with a convincing victory, but the power punching of Ngannou certainly makes this a more unpredictable affair. For many, the focus has already shifted to Fury taking on Oleksandr Usyk, but the novelty of this match-up is still pretty intriguing.
'Biased' Dana White believes UFC 294 will outsell Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury: "You want to see the best fight the best"
Josh Evanoff - October 19, 2023
Dana White is a bit biased, but he believes that UFC 294 will be the biggest event of the month. Earlier today, the UFC 294 press conference went down from Abu Dhabi. As one would expect, the main event fighters, Islam Makhachev and Alexander Volkanovski were talkative and went back and forth. As did the co-main event with Kamaru Usman and Khamzat Chimaev being tense, in a conversation moderated by Dana White.
Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou pay-per-view price revealed
Cole Shelton - October 10, 2023
Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou will be live on pay-per-view on Oct. 28 and the price has been revealed. Fury and Ngannou are set to box in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Oct. 28 in a highly-anticipated matchup. The full fight card has still yet to be determined/announced, but the pay-per-view price has been at $79.99. The fight will take place on ESPN+ pay-per-view as well as all traditional pay-per-view outlets with the broadcast scheduled to kick off at 2 p.m. ET.
Ariel Helwani is “baffled” by Tyson Fury’s extreme disrespect towards Francis Ngannou
Susan Cox - October 5, 2023
Ariel Helwani is ‘baffled’ by Tyson Fury’s extreme disrespect towards Francis Ngannou. Former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou is set to make his boxing debut against WCB heavyweight champion Tyson Fury on Saturday, October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Michael Bisping speaks on Tyson Fury's mindset: "Doesn't give a f***
Zain Bando - October 3, 2023
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping isn’t afraid to speak on various topics within the combat sports world. Ahead of the highly-anticipated tilt between WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and former UFC belt holder Francis Ngannou on Oct. 28, Bisping, now a UFC color commentator, gave his thoughts about Fury entering the bout and what he should be aware of.
Promoter reveals Tyson Fury will "make a lot more than 100 million" for Oleksandr Usyk fight
Cole Shelton - October 3, 2023
Bob Arum, the promoter for Tyson Fury revealed the shocking payday ‘The Gypsy King’ will get for his upcoming fight against Oleksandr Usyk. Fury is set to return to the ring on Oct. 28 when he takes on former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou. However, before that fight even happened, it was revealed that Fury signed on to face Oleksandr Usyk to unify the heavyweight division in either December or January.
Carl Froch takes aim at Francis Ngannou ahead of Tyson Fury boxing match: “He looks terrible”
Susan Cox - October 3, 2023
Carl Froch is taking aim at Francis Ngannou ahead of the Tyson Fury boxing match. It will be Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury on Saturday October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
Francis Ngannou reacts after Tyson Fury signs on to fight Oleksandr Usyk
Chris Taylor - September 30, 2023
Francis Ngannou is a bit confused how Tyson Fury can be booked to fight Oleksandr Usyk less than two months after their showdown in Saudi Arabia. It was just yesterday when news broke that Fury (33-0-1) and Usyk (21-0) had signed contracts for an undisputed heavyweight championship fight.
Mike Tyson claims Francis Ngannou beating Tyson Fury "would be the biggest upset in the history of entertainment"
Cole Shelton - September 28, 2023
Mike Tyson has been training Francis Ngannou for his fight against Tyson Fury, and knows if the former UFC heavyweight champion wins it would be the biggest upset ever. Ngannou is set for his first boxing match against Fury on Oct. 28 in Saudi Arabia. Although Ngannou has legit one-punch KO power, he is a massive underdog, but ‘Iron Mike’ has full confidence that he can pull off the upset.
John Fury reacts to Francis Ngannou’s “embarrassing” open workout with Mike Tyson: “He ain’t got a prayer”
Susan Cox - September 28, 2023
John Fury is reacting to Francis Ngannou’s ’embarrassing’ open workout with Mike Tyson. It will be former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou, making his professional boxing debut against heavyweight champion boxer Tyson Fury on Saturday, October 28th in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
WATCH | Francis Ngannou hits the pads with Mike Tyson at open workout ahead of Tyson Fury bout
Josh Evanoff - September 27, 2023
Francis Ngannou and Mike Tyson got some work at last night’s open workouts preparing for Tyson Fury. In October, ‘The Predator’ will face ‘The Gypsy King’ in the first boxing match of his career thus far. To help bridge the gap between himself and Tyson Fury, Francis Ngannou has brought Mike Tyson into camp. While the boxing legend isn’t the full-time head coach, he has been heavily involved.
Tyson Fury's manager defends his physique ahead of Francis Ngannou fight: "They're taking this very seriously"
Josh Evanoff - September 21, 2023
Tyson Fury’s manager Spencer Brown wants fans to know that he’s taking his boxing match with Francis Ngannou seriously. ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ are slated to face-off next month in Saudi Arabia. For Tyson Fury, the fight will be his first since a knockout win over Derek Chisora last year. Meanwhile, the boxing match will be the first of Francis Ngannou’s combat sports career to date.
Tyson Fury explains why he thinks Tom Aspinall is the only person who can beat Jon Jones
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2023
Tyson Fury believes if anyone can defeat UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones it is his fellow Brit Tom Aspinall. Fury and Aspinall have trained together in the past and have become close friends. Aspinall will be working with Fury for his boxing match against Francis Ngannou, and for years, ‘The Gypsy King’ has said he thinks Aspinall could do quite well in boxing.
Tyson Fury saddened by Mike Tyson coaching Francis Ngannou: "Should be in my corner, not the losing corner"
Josh Evanoff - September 14, 2023
Tyson Fury is a little saddened by Mike Tyson training Francis Ngannou for their boxing match. In October, ‘The Gypsy King’ and ‘The Predator’ will collide in Saudi Arabia. For Francis Ngannou, the boxing match will be the first of his combat sports career thus far. To help prepare for his fight against Tyson Fury, the PFL heavyweight has brought Mike Tyson into his camp.