Experts say this will be the most awaited match in the first days of 2024.
In the world of boxing, predictions are unpredictable, but with the spectacular return of Francis Ngannou, things are more interesting than ever. UFC legend Rashad Evans made a bold prediction with Give Me Sport. He believes Ngannou can become world heavyweight champion in boxing when he faces Anthony Joshua.
“I do think he will. I made a prediction at the end of 2023 and I think Francis Ngannou will become boxing heavyweight champion.”
Ngannou was unsuccessful in defeating Tyson Fury in his first professional fight last year, but he made a strong impression on the boxing world with his performance against one of the world’s greatest fighters. The best soldier in the class. He caused a lot of trouble for the “Gypsy King” and received great praise from the boxing community.
Anthony Joshua held the world heavyweight championship titles before ceding them to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021. He is on the verge of a strong comeback after a series of consecutive losses to the Ukrainian star. However, Ngannou is expected to be a formidable challenge for the British boxer
In recent times, Joshua has shown strong form, defeating Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius before destroying Otto Wallin in an impressive performance. However, facing an experienced fighter like Ngannou is still a big challenge for Joshua.
The reunion between these two boxers promises to be a dramatic and unpredictable match. Although Ngannou could not defeat Fury, his performance against the star shocked the boxing world and made everyone wait for a fiery fight.