Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou has been the talk of the sport for a while now. The WBC heavyweight champion of the world has come back from retirement yet again. This time to take on former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a boxing match. And now, we have confirmation about the undercard for the fight.
After months of negotiations and weeks of verbal battles, Fury and Ngannou agreed to a 10-round fight in Saudi Arabia. The event will happen on October 28, in what promises to be a blockbuster event between two of the best in their respective sports. And the event has only gotten better after the confirmation of the undercard.
Fury vs Ngannou Undercard Confirmed: Former World Champion Will Compete on the Card
Fury vs Ngannou undercard confirmed: Who will compete on the card?
It is no surprise that Fury and Ngannou have stolen all the headlines leading up to the fight. However, no one could’ve predicted the pedigree that the card would have. And while the main event features the WBC champion, Fury will not be the only fighter on the card to hold a belt.
Former heavyweight champion Joseph Parker will also compete on the card. TNT Sports confirmed the news on the platform X earlier today. They revealed that Joseph Parker would take on knockout artist Simon Kean.
The card will also feature an exciting contest between undefeated British heavyweights Fabio Wardley and David Adeleye. In addition to this, undefeated Arslanbek Makhmudov will face the Croatian Agron Smakici.
Moreover, in another addition to the card that Michael Benson confirmed, Carlos Takam will return to action on the Fury vs Ngannou undercard. He will take on Martin Bekole. Whereas, 18-year-old heavyweight prospect Moses Itauma will also fight on the card. However, they are yet to confirm his opponent.
Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou Full Card
Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou
Fabio Wardley vs David Aeleye
Joseph Parker vs Simon Kean
Arslanbek Makhmudov vs Argon Smakici
Martin Bekole vs Carlos Takam
Moses Itauma vs TBA
So there you have it. While Fury vs Ngannou is definitely the main attraction, these undercard fights could steal the show come fight night. What do you make of the Fury vs Ngannou undercard? Which fight are you most looking forward to?