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Ariel Helwani breaks down the Dana White vs. Francis Ngannou beef following UFC boss’ latest accusations

Posted: October 28, 2024 at 10:21 pm   /   Sports

When it comes to the increasingly bizarre feud between Dana White and Francis Ngannou, there is much more than meets the eye. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos

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Rags-to-riches Ngannou targets Joshua heavyweight shock

Posted: March 10, 2024 at 10:22 pm   /   Sports

Francis Ngannou once toiled in a sand mine, scavenged for food to avoid starvation and slept rough in a car park, so facing former two-time world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua on Friday is just another stop on his epic rags-to-riches journey.Despite an early fascination with Mike Tyson, Ngannou graduated towards Mixed Martial Arts and in […]

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Down, but not out: Brutal KO can’t overshadow Ngannou story

Posted: March 9, 2024 at 9:22 pm   /   Sports

Even though Francis Ngannou got walloped by Anthony Joshua, the former UFC champion's story — in and out of the ring — remains remarkable. Boxing on Yahoo! Sports – News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games

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Francis Ngannou ‘not done’ with boxing despite heavy Anthony Joshua defeat

Posted: March 8, 2024 at 9:21 pm   /   Sports

MMA fighter Francis Ngannou says he intends to continue in boxing despite a heavy loss to Anthony Joshua on Friday. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos

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24 fights on our 2024 MMA wish list: Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones (still), Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz 3, more

Posted: January 9, 2024 at 9:22 pm   /   Sports

Here's MMA Junkie's 24-fight wishlist for the new year. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos

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Ngannou, Joshua set for 10-round fight in Saudi Arabia

Posted: January 8, 2024 at 9:22 pm   /   Sports

Former UFC champion Francis Ngannou is headed back to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia for another major boxing match. This time he'll take on 2-time heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos

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How does Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury stack up against Buster Douglas vs. Mike Tyson?

Posted: November 11, 2023 at 9:22 pm   /   Sports

Many consider Buster Douglas' KO of Mike Tyson to be the greatest upset in boxing history. If Francis Ngannou defeats Tyson Fury, that may surpass it as the biggest. Boxing on Yahoo! Sports – News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games

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Tyson Fury gets dropped, but stays undefeated in close call vs. Francis Ngannou

Posted: November 7, 2023 at 9:22 am   /   Sports

Fury won a split decision by scores of 96-93, 95-94 and 94-95, but former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou clearly won the night. Boxing on Yahoo! Sports – News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games

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Ngannou proved boxing world wrong despite loss

Posted: October 31, 2023 at 10:21 am   /   Sports

Francis Ngannou lost a split decision to Tyson Fury but he stunned those who believed an MMA fighter in his first boxing match couldn't hang with the heavyweight champ. Boxing on Yahoo! Sports – News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games

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Francis Ngannou calls judging in Tyson Fury loss ‘a shame for boxing,’ sees future rematch

Posted: October 29, 2023 at 10:22 am   /   Sports

Francis Ngannou calls out the judging in his split decision loss to Tyson Fury in his boxing debut Saturday in Saudi Arabia. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos

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