In an electrifying moment at the weigh-in for their highly anticipated showdown, heavyweight boxing champion Tyson Fury and former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou locked eyes. They engaged in a stare-down that had the crowd on the edge of their seats. As they stood face to face, Fury leaned in, imposing his size and presence, attempting to intimidate his opponent. However, Ngannou, known for his fierce determination, showed no signs of backing down. He initially leaned back slightly before chest-bumping Fury in a defiant display of his strength and fearlessness.
The charged moment is a testament to the intense anticipation surrounding the fight, which is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The clash between Fury and Ngannou promises to be one of the most exciting and closely watched fights in recent memory.
At the weigh-in, both fighters appeared to be in familiar, top-notch shape. Fury tipped the scales at 277.7 lbs, his heaviest weight since his third fight against Deontay Wilder in 2021. In contrast, he weighed 264¾ and 268¾ for his victories over Dillian Whyte and Derek Chisora in 2022, respectively. Ngannou weighed in at 272.2 lbs, setting the stage for a battle of two formidable heavyweights.
Fans eagerly await the showdown between Fury and Ngannou, set to take place on Saturday, October 28. The fight card promises a thrilling night of boxing, featuring several compelling heavyweight matchups. Full live coverage of the event will be provided by Bad Left Hook, starting at 2 p.m. ET. Boxing enthusiasts can look forward to witnessing the clash of these titans in a battle that will leave a lasting mark on the world of sports.
