Francis Ngannou, former UFC champion and professional boxer, continues to seek new challenges in the boxing ring. After successfully defending his UFC heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic and Ciryl Gane, Ngannou has set his sights on professional boxing.
Francis Ngannou: A New Challenge in the World of Boxing
After facing world champions like Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, despite notable losses, Ngannou remains determined to pursue his boxing career. As he prepares to return to MMA with a fight against Renan Ferreira in October, Ngannou is still interested in boxing opportunities.
Ngannou Eager for a Potential Fight with Deontay Wilder
In a recent interview with journalist Gareth Davies, Ngannou expressed his enthusiasm for a potential match-up with Deontay Wilder, known as the “Bronze Bomber.” Ngannou stated: “I would definitely love this fight… Pure boxing would be amazing. Don’t be fooled, in boxing, we have an equal chance. In mixed martial arts, it’s almost too easy for me. There’s a big difference between the two, and I’m confident in my abilities in both.”
Why Does Ngannou Think Boxing Will Be Easier?
Ngannou believes that the simpler rules of boxing make it less complex compared to mixed martial arts, which require mastering various skills like wrestling and kickboxing.
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Ngannou explains: “In mixed martial arts, you need varied tactics to face opponents who specialize in different areas. But in boxing, the fight is more straightforward, which makes it less complex for me.”
Future Challenges and Fight Prospects
While Ngannou focuses on his return to MMA with PFL, his interest in boxing remains strong, particularly with his desire to face Deontay Wilder. It will be interesting to see if this fight brings Ngannou the success he seeks and how it impacts his overall sports career.
In Conclusion
Francis Ngannou continues to push boundaries with a potential fight against Deontay Wilder, believing that boxing will be simpler than mixed martial arts. What challenges lie ahead for the Cameroonian champion? How will his performance in boxing compare to his MMA career? These questions remain unanswered until the dream match becomes a reality in the ring.
