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Ngannou to Face Joshua in Highly Anticipated Boxing Showdown

Don’t miss the highly anticipated boxing showdown between Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua on March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Get all the details about the fight card, viewing information, and more.

| Ngannou vs. Joshua: Clash of the Heavyweights

Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, is set to take on Anthony Joshua in a thrilling boxing match on March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ngannou, known for his devastating striking power, shocked the world in his previous boxing outing against Tyson Fury, despite losing a close split decision. Now, he looks to prove himself once again against Joshua, a two-time former unified champion.

| Fight Card and Viewing Information

The fight card for the event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia features several exciting matchups:

  • Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou (heavyweights)
  • Rey Vargas (c) vs. Nick Ball (WBC featherweight title)
  • Israil Madrimov vs. Magomed Kurbanov (vacant WBA super welterweight title)
  • Zhilei Zhang (c) vs. Joseph Parker (WBO interim heavyweight title)
  • Mark Chamberlain vs. Gavin Gwynne (lightweights)
  • Andrii Novytskyi vs. Juan Torres (heavyweights)

Date: March 8
Location: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Start time: 11 a.m. ET
How to watch: DAZN PPV | Price: $39.99 (with subscription)

The Ngannou vs. Joshua fight is a must-watch event for boxing and MMA fans alike. Both fighters possess immense talent and have the potential to deliver a memorable showdown. Don’t miss out on this epic clash of the heavyweights!

Ngannou vs. Joshua: Clash of the Heavyweights

Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, is set to take on Anthony Joshua in a thrilling boxing match on March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Ngannou, known for his devastating striking power, shocked the world in his previous boxing outing against Tyson Fury, despite losing a close split decision. Now, he looks to prove himself once again against Joshua, a two-time former unified champion.

In their last meeting, Ngannou displayed surprising technique and patience against Fury, one of the best heavyweight boxers in the world. Although he didn’t secure the victory, Ngannou’s performance left a lasting impression and generated immense demand for his return to the ring.

Joshua, on the other hand, aims to capitalize on Ngannou’s rising popularity and reclaim his status as a dominant force in the heavyweight division. After suffering back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk, Joshua bounced back with wins over top contenders, including Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius.

The upcoming fight between Ngannou and Joshua promises to be a clash of titans, with both fighters possessing incredible skill and power. The winner of this highly anticipated showdown could potentially earn a shot at the undisputed heavyweight title.

Fight Card and Viewing Information

The fight card for the event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia features several exciting matchups:

  • Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou (heavyweights)
  • Rey Vargas (c) vs. Nick Ball (WBC featherweight title)
  • Israil Madrimov vs. Magomed Kurbanov (vacant WBA super welterweight title)
  • Zhilei Zhang (c) vs. Joseph Parker (WBO interim heavyweight title)
  • Mark Chamberlain vs. Gavin Gwynne (lightweights)
  • Andrii Novytskyi vs. Juan Torres (heavyweights)

Date: March 8
Location: Kingdom Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Start time: 11 a.m. ET
How to watch: DAZN PPV | Price: $39.99 (with subscription)