THE STORY
On October 28, 2023, at Riyadh's Kingdom Arena, WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury faced former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in a 10-round boxing match. Despite being knocked down in the third round, Fury won by split decision, with scores of 96-93, 95-94, and 94-95. The bout was closely contested, with Ngannou's performance sparking debate over the decision.
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Tyson Fury, Francis Ngannou
WHY IT MATTERS
The fight was notable for Ngannou's strong showing in his boxing debut, challenging the established champion and raising questions about the scoring criteria in boxing matches.