Boxing legend Mike Tyson is helping former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou ahead of his fight with Tyson Fury – and he says his man has a major chance.
Undefeated Fury will be an overwhelming favourite against the 6ft 4in tall, 20st fighter, whose narrative arc is extraordinary. From a small village in Cameroon, Ngannou worked in a sand quarry from the age of 10, later travelled on foot across the Sahara and then boarded a raft across the Strait of Gibraltar. The 36-year-old ended up being homeless on the streets of Paris, before walking into a gym, which changed his life.
The fight will be under standard boxing rules, 10 rounds and three judges will settle the fight if necessary
When is the fight and at what time?
Fury and Ngannou will go toe to toe on Saturday, October 28.
The main event start time is yet to be announced, but it is expected to begin around 10pm West African Time , 11pm South African time
Who is on the undercard line-up?
Promoters have named an all-heavyweight undercard for fight night. The full line-up is as follows:
- Tyson Fury v Francis Ngannou
- Fabio Wardley v David Adeleye
- Joseph Parker v Simon Kean
- Arslanbek Makhmudov v Agron Smakici
- Moses Itauma v TBC
Where is it?
Fury will take on the former UFC heavyweight champion in a 10-round fight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The exact venue is yet to be confirmed.
What are the best of the odds?
- Tyson Fury 1/10
- Francis Ngannou 6/1
- Draw 12/1
