Francis Ngannou vs Deontay Wilder: Boxing News: Francis Ngannou vs Jon Jones isn’t going to materialize with the former leaving the UFC, but another massive bout appears to be coming for him. The Predator claims that he and former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder are now negotiating a two-fight contract. After leaving the UFC in January, Ngannou, 36, spoke to TMZ Sports. The former UFC heavyweight champion talked about who he will fight, what sport it will be, and where it will occur. Follow the latest Boxing News Updates with InsideSport.IN
Francis Ngannou vs Deontay Wilder in negotiations
According to Ngannou, talks with Wilder for a boxing bout are ongoing, and they intend to make it happen in Africa.“We are looking into [Deontay Wilder] because he’s available. He’s ready for that. He’s very excited about [a fight with me]. He wants it. So, we are looking into that. That’s something I’m very happy about. We even discussed a potential fight in Africa and one fight somewhere else. Why not even the two fights in Africa?” the former UFC heavyweight champion told TMZSports.
Within MMA, Ngannou is unquestionably a knockout artist. He has a pro record of 17-3, with 12 knockouts. Yet facing Wilder would be a very different issue for the 6’4″ heavyweight. With a history of 43-2-1 and 42 knockouts, Wilder has a sizable advantage in terms of experience.
Ngannou says that he lacks a boxing technique
Ngannou told TMZ Sports, “I can knock everyone out. I have to make something obvious. It would help if you acquired a clear shot to hit that guy, which requires more expertise and experience than I do. I’m therefore acutely aware of that fact.”
Congrats brother #CarlosTakam 👏🏾🙌.
You’re just a fine wine 😉
🇨🇲 pic.twitter.com/3iBoLsy3MT— Francis Ngannou (@francis_ngannou) March 11, 2023
Even though he’d be a considerable underdog boxing against Wilder, if it happens, Ngannou will make a lot of money from the match. The chance might be too excellent to pass up for that reason alone.
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