Francis Ngannou may have lost the fight to Tyson Fury on the scorecards, but he is still considered the biggest winner due to his impressive performance and ability to push the lineal boxing heavyweight champion to his limits.
Francis Ngannou emerged as a victor in many respects during his thrilling fight against Tyson Fury, despite not receiving the official victory on the scorecards. The former UFC heavyweight champion defied all expectations and pushed the lineal boxing heavyweight champion to his limits. Following the highly-debated split decision in Fury’s favor, MMA Fighting’s experts – Mike Heck, Shaheen Al-Shatti, and Alexander K. Lee – analyze the outcome, question whether Ngannou was unjustly robbed by two judges, and discuss the significance of this controversy.
The experts also delve into the larger implications for Ngannou’s career, speculating on whether his next fight will be in the boxing ring or if there is a possibility of him returning to MMA. Despite the outcome, Ngannou’s exceptional performance has effectively silenced his critics, including UFC CEO Dana White. The discussion evolves to explore the appeal of a potential Fury vs. Usyk fight, questioning its interest level compared to other matchups.
To gain further insights, check out the reaction show above, where the MMA Fighting experts thoroughly analyze the intense battle and its aftermath. Alternatively, an audio-only version of the show is available on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and numerous others. Experience the in-depth analysis, expert opinions, and engaging discourse surrounding the Battle of the Baddest fight card.