RIYADH, Saudi Arabia – Eric Nicksick is aware of the criticism and talk surrounding Francis Ngannou’s dive into the boxing world, but he assures the critics the former UFC heavyweight champion is in it to win it, not just collect a big payday.
Nicksick, head coach at Xtreme Couture, sees Ngannou motivated and dialed in ahead of his colossal boxing match against WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury this Saturday. The two clash in a 10-round, non-title bout under professional boxing rules.
Nicksick says Ngannou’s mind is right where it needs to be to pull off one of the biggest upsets in combat sports history.
