Francis Ngannou Interested In Multiple Boxing Matches Following Tyson Fury Callout

Ngannou FuryUFC heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou is not only serious about boxing Tyson Fury — he also wants to pursue multiple boxing matches. Fury became the WBC heavyweight champion following his impressive seventh-round TKO win over Deontay Wilder on the weekend. After the fight, Ngannou proceeded to call him out. The two have history with Fury […]

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UFC heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou is not only serious about boxing Tyson Fury — he also wants to pursue multiple boxing matches.

Fury became the WBC heavyweight champion following his impressive seventh-round TKO win over Deontay Wilder on the weekend. After the fight, Ngannou proceeded to call him out.

The two have history with Fury initially calling “The Predator” out for a mixed martial arts fight last year. But Ngannou — who has long professed his desire of competing in boxing — is not just trying to make headlines.

He wants a boxing career.

“(I’m interested in) competing in the boxing match in general, but Fury and I have some little story together because he was first calling me out in MMA and everything,” Ngannou told MMA Junkie. “Basically, the man stands, after his fight yesterday as the best heavyweight. No argument about that – he stands as the best heavyweight. For someone looking to box, you definitely have to go through him to prove that you’re the best.

“I know for a fact that I’m going to do a few boxing matches. I’m not just about one shot. I’m not just like, one big fight. I want to make my own little statement in a boxing career. I’m thinking about multiple boxing matches – like straight boxing matches. Let’s see how it plays out. Let’s see what’s on the table, what would be more attractive.”

As for a fight with Fury — whether it’s in boxing or MMA — Ngannou is not sure if “The Gypsy King” is serious. However, he will be always be ready should the prospect become a reality.

“I don’t know if he was (putting on a) show, as he is a showman, or if he really meant it, but let’s see what happens,” Ngannou added. “I’m here – that’s the point. I’m not going anywhere. So if it’s about to happen, it’ll happen.”

Do you think we’ll see Fury vs. Ngannou?

President Trump May Invite Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder To White House

Fury Wilder TrumpThe rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury was one of the biggest in boxing history — and President Donald Trump was one of many who was watching. Fury shocked the world when he outclassed and battered Wilder en route to winning the WBC heavyweight championship via seventh-round TKO on Saturday night. Trump — who […]

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The rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury was one of the biggest in boxing history — and President Donald Trump was one of many who was watching.

Fury shocked the world when he outclassed and battered Wilder en route to winning the WBC heavyweight championship via seventh-round TKO on Saturday night.

Trump — who has a storied history with the world of combat sports — was impressed by both competitors and is considering inviting them to the White House in the near future.

“That was a great fight,” Trump told reporters outside the White House on Sunday before his trip to India (via New York Post). “Two great fighters. It was really very exciting.

“Maybe we have to bring them both to the White House — I don’t know — because that was really a good one. I think we’ll do that.”

Wilder had previously visited the White House back in 2018 when Trump posthumously pardoned Jack Johnson, the first African-American heavyweight champion, who was convicted back in 1913 for flaunting his relationship with white women during a period of extreme racial tension.

“Donald is a huge fan of boxing, was asking me about my next fight and encouraging me to get the knockout,” Wilder said at the time. “But on this day in history, I am able to say, forevermore, that I was there for yet another historical achievement to take back to my family and my children and the people of Alabama. I’m able to say that I was there when they pardoned Jack Johnson.”

And of course, Fury is a fan of Trump as well.

Fury’s father John believes a meeting in the White House would be the perfect way for his son to bow out from the sport of boxing.

“That’s good for a Fury, isn’t it?” John said on GMB. “And I’m a big fan of Donald Trump. It’s been an amazing journey and look where it’s ended. And what a great point to bow out on — a meeting in the White House.”

What do you think of Trump potentially inviting Fury and Wilder to the White House?

Tyson Fury Urged To Retire By Dad After Deontay Wilder Win

If Tyson Fury’s dad, John, had his way, his son would retire following his knockout win over Deontay Wilder to become the WBC heavyweight champion. It was a spectacular performance by Fury to be the king of the heavyweight division once again. Al…

If Tyson Fury’s dad, John, had his way, his son would retire following his knockout win over Deontay Wilder to become the WBC heavyweight champion. It was a spectacular performance by Fury to be the king of the heavyweight division once again. Although the trilogy with Wilder could happen next, or perhaps a showdown with […]

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Andre Ward: Deontay Wilder Wont Take Trilogy Fight Against Tyson Fury

Former super middleweight king and light heavyweight titlist Andre Ward believes Deontay Wilder will avoid taking a third fight with Tyson Fury. The 36-year-old boxing great turned pundit expressed his belief after seeing power puncher Wilder suffer a dominating defeat at the hands of ‘The Gypsy King’. Speaking to ESPN post-fight the 168lb legend explained […]

Former super middleweight king and light heavyweight titlist Andre Ward believes Deontay Wilder will avoid taking a third fight with Tyson Fury. The 36-year-old boxing great turned pundit expressed his belief after seeing power puncher Wilder suffer a dominating defeat at the hands of ‘The Gypsy King’. Speaking to ESPN post-fight the 168lb legend explained why Wilder wont and shouldn’t invoke his rematch clause, he said.

“These types
of things can happen to anybody, but they happen often times to guys who
exclusively depend on one thing and we know what that is for Deontay Wilder and
that’s power. ‘He’s building his whole reputation, his whole foundation, on
fear. When you have that kind of reputation and when you have all these
knockouts, sometimes your team can become enamoured with you. ‘Instead of
challenging you and saying, ‘Son, you may fire me, but I’m going to point out
every flaw you have because one day we’re going to face a guy who’s not going
to follow the script’.

“Tonight,
Tyson Fury did not follow the script. And often times for a puncher the fall is
abrupt, and we saw that tonight. ‘I don’t believe that Deontay Wilder is going
to exercise that rematch clause in the next 30 days. His pride will tell him
to, but I don’t think he will and I don’t think he should.’ Asked why, he
continued: ‘He’s shattered psychologically. Now that doesn’t mean he won’t ever
win a boxing match ever again. But I know the psychology of a guy with that
kind of reputation.

“When it’s taken from you. He could have justified getting hit with a big shot and say he was caught cold, but you got beat up, you got out-classed and you got stopped on your feet. ‘Your team, the ones who are your biggest cheerleaders, the ones who are calling out all the good in you, thought enough of you to throw in the towel. ‘And not just any team member, but one who had a career in the sport of boxing, has been knocked out before. He knew what Wilder was going through and he saved him from getting knocked out cold.” (Transcribed by The Metro)

Do you agree with Andre Ward’s belief that Deontay Wilder should avoid fighting Tyson Fury next?

Mike Perry Outlasts Al Iaquinta At Submission Underground 11

Welterweight contender Mike Perry emerged victorious against Al Iaquinta at Chael Sonnen’s Submission Underground 11. The event touted as the future of grappling by the former middleweight title challenger was headlined by a tag-team match up between Kyle Boehm and Vinny Magalhaes against Craig Jones and Nicky Rodriguez. However, it was the UFC stars who […]

Welterweight contender Mike Perry emerged victorious against Al Iaquinta at Chael Sonnen’s Submission Underground 11. The event touted as the future of grappling by the former middleweight title challenger was headlined by a tag-team match up between Kyle Boehm and Vinny Magalhaes against Craig Jones and Nicky Rodriguez. However, it was the UFC stars who enjoyed a heated rivalry who attracted the most attention.

In round one it was ‘Raging Al’ started off better securing a takedown almost immediately. Perry responded well off his back though, going after an arm bar submission which forced his opponent to slam for the escape. Back on the feet Iaquinta again secured the takedown and was again forced to defend submission attempts – this time a leg lock. After some time trying to secure the submission Perry eventually released and the two fighters ended regulation time in a stalemate on the feet.

The first over time saw Iaquinta start on his opponents back, however he was unable to secure the upper body and Perry quickly escaped. ‘Platinum’ also opted to start on his opponents back and did a much better job at maintaining position. He worked hard to secure the rear-naked-choke but ultimately had to settle for two minutes of top position.

In the second period, Iaquinta
again started on the back and surprising went after a twister submission.
However, after just 17 seconds the referee said Perry was out of trouble and
awarded him the escape. Iaquinta kept the bout alive by quickly escaping
himself – just 23 seconds was all it took to get out of Perry’s seatbelt position.

During the final overtime period Iaquinta started from the spider armbar setup and nearly extended the limb, but a gutsy effort saw Perry work out of the submission in just 14 seconds for another quick escape. Despite being thrown off during his attacking period in 10 seconds Perry had already done enough to secure the win by fastest escape.

Full
Submission Underground 11 Results

  • Vinny Magalhaes & Kyle Boehm def. Craig Jones
    & Nick Rodriguez via fastest escape time
  • Richie Martinez def. Jake Shields via Armbar at
    0:08 of overtime round 2
  • Mike Perry def. Al Iaquinta via fastest escape time
  • Austin Vanderford def. Micah Brakefield via Arm Triangle at
    1:15 of overtime round 1
  • Alex Larmey def. Andrew Marshal via fastest escape time
  • Frank Rosenthal def. Brent Smith via heel hook at 0:17 of regulation
  • Samantha Bonilla def. Danielle Perry via guillotine in overtime round 1
  • Joe Baize def. Clay Davidson via reverse heel hook at 1:11 of regulation
  • Andrew Gundlach def. Logan Skinner via choke at 4:42 of regulation
  • Andrew Sidelinger def. Scott Jutras via armbar at 0:13 in overtime round 1

Who wins if Mike Perry fights Al Iaquinta in the UFC?

Tyson Fury Urged To Retire By Key Team Member

John Fury, father and former trainer of Tyson Fury has urged his son to retire. His call comes after ‘The Gypsy King’ captured the WBC and Ring Magazine heavyweight world titles by beating American powerhouse Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas this weekend – 14 months on from their controversial draw. During which Fury dominated the […]

John Fury, father and former trainer of Tyson Fury has urged his son to retire. His call comes after ‘The Gypsy King’ captured the WBC and Ring Magazine heavyweight world titles by beating American powerhouse Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas this weekend – 14 months on from their controversial draw. During which Fury dominated the fight but suffered two late knockdowns which swayed the judges to giving Wilder a portion of the decision. There was no doubt this time as Fury battered his man from the opening bell, ultimately securing the seventh round stoppage win.

During an appearance on Good Morning Britain Fury’s dad said his son has achieved all he can in boxing and should now call it a day, to spend time with his wife and five children, he said.

“I want my son to retire now. He’s done enough. It’s been an
uphill battle for him. He’s done enough. I want him to pack it in now.

“I think it’s in the back of his mind. He can’t do anymore. He’s
won every professional title. Enough is enough. There’s more to life now. He’s
given it his all. He’s got no more to prove. He’s proved he’s
been a worthy champion from this country. He’s been 13 years as a pro and he’s
always been the opponent.

“Whatever he’s gone into, it’s been an uphill battle
for him. He’s 32 years old. He’s got a young family and I do believe his
children deserve their father. He’s done enough and that’s my opinion.”

Fight fans around
the world will be hoping 31-year-old Tyson doesn’t listen to his father on this
occasion. An all-British heavyweight mega-fight with WBO, IBF and WBA champion
Anthony Joshua is still to be made.

Until Fury has claimed the win over his long-term domestic rival many people will argue that his career is not complete. Let’s hope the man himself feels the same. (Transcribed by Daily Mirror)

Should Tyson Fury retire after beating Deontay Wilder?