Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Nigerian-born boxer to face Cameroon MMA star in Saudi Arabia

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Nigerian-born boxer to face Cameroon MMA star in Saudi Arabia

Nigeria vs Cameroon set for Saudi Arabia as Anthony Joshua faces off against Francis Ngannou in March.

Francis Ngannou, the former heavyweight champion of the UFC, has been confirmed as Anthony Joshua's next opponent.

The fight is scheduled to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on an unspecified date.

More information about the fight will be revealed at a press conference on January 15.

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou explained

Anthony Joshua is the best heavyweight in the world after 5 round demolition of Otto Wallin as Wilder losses to Parker.

On Friday evening, Matchroom and Queensberry announced the fight between Ngannou and Joshua.

Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing said, "Tonight we confirm it's a done deal! @anthonyjoshua v @francis_ngannou collide on a huge night in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - press conference Jan 15 in London with full details dropping soon!"

UFC fighter Francis Ngannou was defeated by WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia. X/Top Rank Boxing

Frank Warren of Queensberry Promotions said: "Another historic night for @RiyadhSeason!

"Press conference and fight date news coming soon. Can't wait for it all to get started!"

Anthony Joshua is the best heavyweight in the world after 5 round demolition of Otto Wallin as Wilder losses to Parker.

Joshua is a favorite against Ngannou after he dismissed Otto Wallin last December in Saudi Arabia.

The major heavyweight titles are now held by Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, who will square off in an uncontested match on February 17, also in Saudi Arabia.

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