Rags-to-riches Ngannou targets Joshua heavyweight shock
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 […]
Down, but not out: Brutal KO can’t overshadow Ngannou story
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
Francis Ngannou ‘not done’ with boxing despite heavy Anthony Joshua defeat
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
24 fights on our 2024 MMA wish list: Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones (still), Conor McGregor vs. Nate Diaz 3, more
Here's MMA Junkie's 24-fight wishlist for the new year. MMA Mixed Martial Arts News, Photos, Stats, Scores, Schedule & Videos
Ngannou, Joshua set for 10-round fight in Saudi Arabia
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
How does Francis Ngannou vs. Tyson Fury stack up against Buster Douglas vs. Mike Tyson?
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
Tyson Fury gets dropped, but stays undefeated in close call vs. Francis Ngannou
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
Ngannou proved boxing world wrong despite loss
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
Francis Ngannou calls judging in Tyson Fury loss ‘a shame for boxing,’ sees future rematch
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
Why Ngannou says he’s already won before boxing debut
Francis Ngannou will be a big underdog vs. Tyson Fury on Saturday, but he seems thrilled about the opportunity to leave the UFC and pursue his boxing dreams. Boxing on Yahoo! Sports – News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games