Khabib Nurmagomedov did not miss the news of the week, the duel between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury has just been formalized and The Eagle had given its opinion.
Khabib Nurmagomedov has never hidden that he has received very big offers from other sports, but he has always remained faithful to MMA. However, that hasn’t stopped the former UFC lightweight champion from commenting on the news of the past few days. Francis Ngannou will face Tyson Fury in a boxing match, and for that “The Eagle” seems to have a very clear opinion on the matter.
Khabib Nurmagomedov is without appeal
Following the failure with the UFC, Francis Ngannou managed to get his huge boxing fight against WBC world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. A good way to determine the most dangerous man on the planet in addition to filling his bank account to the brim. A few months ago, Khabib was already more than understanding on Sky Sports:
“If he has the opportunity to test himself in boxing and potentially make $50 million or $60 million, he has to do it. Why not ? I know that Francis comes from a very poor environment in Africa where he had no money, no house, nothing. If someone offers him such a sum of money and it is his will, he must take it. But if he wants to make history and become the best all-time heavyweight, he has to stay in the UFC. »
Sure enough, Ngannou eventually opted for the much lucrative boxing fight that the UFC did. However, Khabib Nurmagomedov doesn’t believe in Francis Ngannou’s chances:
“Tyson Fury? This guy is the best right now. I think he’s on a higher level than anyone in boxing. If they face off in an MMA fight, Francis will have a chance. (…) But in boxing, I don’t see who could be able to hit Fury in the face. Just that. Maybe (Oleksandr) Usyk. »
