Anthony Joshua has promised to defeat Francis Ngannou by knockout in this Friday’s crossover superfight in Saudi Arabia, which will be shown live on Sky Sports Box Office. Joshua has called the fight “a statement.”
With his most recent victory over Otto Wallin, a commanding five-round victory in December, Joshua is presently riding a three-fight winning streak and improving his position as a contender for the world title.
AJ is excited about the chance to make an impression once more, but he anticipates a different challenge against Ngannou in their non-title fight. The mixed martial arts pro saw Tyson Fury come dangerously close in his professional boxing debut last October.
opponent and consider what they have to offer, asking yourself, “How can I get past these obstacles they put in my way?” I put in a lot of effort to improve, and I can’t wait to share my results.”
Ngannou: Give me a KO In the third round of their split-decision loss, Joshua Ngannou down Tyson Fury with a left hook. The 37-year-old is confident he has the boxing skills to win by knockout.
Naturally!” Ngannou persisted. “I think I’ll knock someone out if I land on them. What is the best way to land? The hardest thing is that.
“Most of the competitors in this classification are capable of taking out opponents, but how do you maintain your strength and energy during rounds one through ten while still hitting someone hard and taking them out due to exhaustion? A game of chess is being played.
LAS VEGAS, NV – SEPTEMBER 26: Francis Ngannou at his private gym in Las Vegas, NV on September 26, 2023, for the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou open exercise.
Hardy: Joshua will be concerned about Ngannou’s “unquantifiable power.”
MMA icon Dan Hardy thinks Joshua will be concerned about Ngannou’s “unquantifiable power.”
Joshua added in response to Ngannou’s remarks regarding a possible knockout: “I’m optimistic and I think, ‘brilliant, I want that.” Someone who believes they can knock me out should be in front of me.
“Let’s examine their true quality, nevertheless. I want to be directly in front of them, making it harder for them to accomplish their objective and demonstrating to them how much they truly desire it.
I’m excited for the chance to demonstrate my abilities and take on this person who believes he can take me out on Friday.
How do I make reservations and when is the fight?
The event will air on Sky Sports Box Office (Sky channel 491) and Sky Sports Box Office HD (Sky channel 492) on Friday, March 8 at 4 p.m. Up to Thursday, March 7 at midnight, the event will cost £19.95 for Sky users in the UK and €24.95 for those in the Republic of Ireland.
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Before Joshua vs. Ngannou on March 8, watch this incredible blockbuster fight promo in the style of an arcade.
After that, all “self-service” reservations (remote control/online) will cost £19.95/€24.95, or £24.95/€29.95 if made over the phone (via an agent or IVR), albeit there will be an extra £2 booking fee if made through an agent.
At midnight on Friday, March 8, the event price will return to £19.95 / €24.95 (ROI). On Saturday, March 9, there will be two full-duration repeat showings at 6 a.m. and 4 p.m.
