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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Alex Pattle

Francis Ngannou reveals plan to fight Deontay Wilder in next boxing match

Francis Ngannou has said he is “setting up” a fight with Deontay Wilder, as the mixed martial arts star aims to return to boxing.

Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, has boxed twice professionally, losing a controversial decision to Tyson Fury in 2023 and suffering a knockout by Anthony Joshua in 2024.

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