- In a showdown that set the internet ablaze, the boxing sensation Tyson Fury managed to keep his unbeaten record intact as he narrowly outpointed the UFC juggernaut Francis Ngannou, winning by a split decision.
- Prominent Nigerian Celebrities such as Charles Okocha, Davido, and Tunde Ednut were far from pleased with the verdict.
- They argued that the MMA maestro had been “robbed” and boldly declared Francis Ngannou as the rightful victor of the contest
In an epic clash that’s destined to be etched in the annals of combat sports, the WBC World Heavyweight Champion, Tyson Fury, squared off against the ex-UFC heavyweight champ, Francis Ngannou, in a colossal showdown on the sands of Saudi Arabia, under the desert moon, on October 28, 2023.
The Gypsy King, Tyson Fury, battled his way to a hard-earned triumph in the presence of a raucous Saudi Arabia audience, awash with Top global Celebrities, like Cristiano Ronaldo, Eminem, Kanye West, Mike Tyson, Isreal Adesanya, others.
Fury found himself taken aback by the formidable boxing skills of former UFC champion rival, Francis but managed to safeguard his pristine boxing record, ensuring his unbeaten streak remains pristine.
Tyson Fury was dropped by a vicious left hook by the Cameroonian-French mixed martial artist in the third round, leaving him visibly disoriented. However, the 35-year-old displayed remarkable resilience, gradually wearing down his opponent in the subsequent rounds to secure a decision win.
SEE MOMENT FRANCIS DELIVERED A DEVASTATING LEFT HOOK
The fight culminated in a pulsating and controversial split decision, with scores of 94-95, 96-93, and 95-94, securing Fury’s narrow victory.
WATCH MOMENT FURY WAS ANNOUNCED AS THE WINNER
This result has caused a commotion in the world of combat sports and online communities, with both fans and Nigerian celebrities branding it as a “daylight brobbery.”
In a video shared by Actor Charles Okocha, he and his friends can be seen enthusiastically cheering for Francis Ngannou during the fight.
In his accompanying message, he stated
“There’s nothing you gon tell me FRANCIS NGANNOU is my winner, forget about the broad day light robbery”
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“YOU ARE MY WINNER!! @francisngannou My own opinion Oo! I think he won, but they gave it Tyson Fury. Why?”
Afrobeats Superstar, Davido declared Francis as his winner.
He wrote:
“@francisngannou Stellar performance! DEF WON THAT!”