UFC Star Francis Ngannou Loses 15-Month-Old Son

Former UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou, has lost his 15-month-old son, Kobe. The former UFC star confirmed the development on social media after reports began going round in his native Cameroon. Francis Ngannou questioned why life is unfair. He wrote, “What’s the purpose of life if what we’re fighting tooth and nail to get away from is what finally hit us the hardest!?” Ngannou posted on X. “Why is life so unfair and merciless? Why does life always take what we don’t have? I’m f tired.” Ngannou has also posted a message on Instagram: “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone. My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy. Now, he’s laying without life. I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding. “I was my best self next to him and now I have no clude (clue) of who I am. Life is so unfair to hit us where it hurts the most. How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it? Please help me if you have an idea because I really don’t know what to do and how to deal with this.” The circumstances of Francis Ngannou’s son’s death are unknown at this time.

Anthony Joshua, Francis Ngannou set to clash in heavyweight boxing match

Former World heavy weight champion and Nigeran-Britidh boxer, Anthony Joshua is set to clash with Francis Ngannou in a heavyweight boxing match happening in Saudi Arabia tonight. The power-packed boxing fight between the two fighters will see them earn massive prize money and fight purses. The fight is organized by the head of Saudi’s General Entertainment Authority (GEA), Turki Alalshikh, who is driving efforts to make Saudi the new home of boxing. It was gathered that Joshua is set to bank a whopping $50 million [£39 million] from this fight, not including pay-per-view sales.  While Ngannou is reportedly set to receive $20 million [£15.6 million], which is twice the amount he received for his highly praised debut fight against Tyson Fury last October. This is Ngannou’s second time boxing in the ring and he is sure to provide a stiff test for Joshua, who is fighting for the fourth time in under a year. The involvement of Saudi Arabia in boxing’s biggest fights has given rise to Joshua’s calibre of fighters benefitting from huge fight purses. The money involved is a testament to the growing commercialization of boxing, although the focus will, of course, remain on the in-ring action.  The fight will take place at Kingdom Arena in the Saudi Arabian capital of Riyadh. The undercard is expected to start at 11:00 a.m. ET / 4:00 p.m. GMT, and the ring walk for the main fight is anticipated to take place at 6:00 p.m. ET / 11:00 p.m. GMT.

Tyson Fury Edges Out Francis Ngannou in Thrilling Split Decision Victory

In an electrifying showdown in Saudi Arabia on Sunday, Tyson Fury, the reigning WBC heavyweight world champion, triumphed over former UFC fighter Francis Ngannou in a nail-biting split decision, marking one of the most unexpected moments in boxing history. Fury, known for his unbeatable record and prestigious title, narrowly dodged a potential defeat at the hands of the 37-year-old Ngannou, who had no prior professional boxing experience. Despite the odds, the Cameroon-born Ngannou impressively endured the full 10 rounds, even dropping Fury to the canvas with a fierce left hook in the third round. Yet, the self-proclaimed “Gypsy King,” at 35 years old, weathered the storm. Fury candidly admitted, “That definitely wasn’t in the script. He’s a formidable fighter, a much better boxer than we anticipated. He’s a crafty and powerful puncher, and I have immense respect for him. This was one of my most challenging fights in the last decade.” The judges’ decision reflected the intensity of the match, with two of them awarding Fury the victory at 96-93 and 95-94, while the third judge scored it 95-94 in favour of the resilient Cameroon-French opponent. Fury revealed there was no immediate rematch clause, but he expressed a desire to face Ngannou again “down the line,” following an anticipated undisputed title bout with Oleksandr Usyk, the reigning IBF, IBO, WBO, and WBA champion from Ukraine. The championship clash between Fury and Usyk is scheduled for an upcoming date in Riyadh, set to be officially announced, with both champions confirming December 23 as their target. Ngannou, who relinquished his UFC heavyweight title due to contract disputes and became a free agent in January, reflected on the fight. “My training camp was only three and a half months, and I entered this bout with an injury. But I won’t make excuses. I will assess how to enhance my skills and come back stronger. Now I know I can do this… Get ready. The wolf is in the house,” he declared with unwavering determination.