Francis Ngannou: Everything You Can Learn From Mike Tyson Will Make You Better

Francis Ngannou says having Mike Tyson help him ahead of his showdown with Tyson Fury is a huge asset.

Francis Ngannou says having Mike Tyson help him ahead of his showdown with Tyson Fury is a huge asset.

Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou is gearing up for a crossover boxing fight with WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on October 28. Ahead of the bout, Ngannou is learning from one of the greatest boxers of all time, Mike Tyson.

Speaking with CBS Sports’ Shakiel Mahjouri, Ngannou was asked to describe what Mike Tyson is adding to his training.

“Just the idea of having Mike there helping and believing in me. I think that’s also something so important and interesting to have one of the greatest — if he’s not the greatest heavyweight of all time — being part of it and being in your corner and believing in you. Just that one thing itself is everything. Then you have to talk about his technique, his fundamentals, his footwork and his skills. Everything you can learn from him… Everything from Mike Tyson you can learn and will make you better,” Ngannou said.

Tyson Fury recently said WWE is too hard for him. Check out his comments here.

Ngannou previously signed with the Professional Fighters League. More information is avaiable here. 

Ric Flair recently recalled being so high with Mike Tyson that he thought he died. Click here to see what he had to say.

Thanks to Shakiel Mahjouri for sharing the quotes in this article.