Frank Warren Discloses Why Tyson Fury's Matchup With Francis Ngannou Was Arranged

Frank Warren, the promoter for WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, has shed some light on the decision-making process that led to the upcoming fight with Francis Ngannou. As Warren tells it, the Fury camp searched high and low for a worthy adversary, only to be turned down by the boxing elite.

Warren highlighted the balance between competitive interest and financial viability, saying, "You know, you can’t have Ruiz saying you want $20 million and that’s the one coming over here, so that’s a dead duck." Warren also pointed out a trend wherein other boxers seem to lack the interest in vying for the championship title. Even Anthony Joshua opted to engage with a fighter already vanquished by Tyson, rather than defending his own title.

"We approached Usyk with an offer," Warren continued, "but it was turned down in anticipation of a more lucrative deal." Warren underscored the fact that the audience is eager to witness Fury confront Ngannou, reinforcing that their bid to Usyk was ultimately dismissed.

The bout between Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou, slated for October 28, is shaping up to be one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year.