Tyson Fury ‘can’t wait to get under the lights’ in Riyadh for Francis Ngannou bout

RIYADH: Undefeated WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury says he “can’t wait to get under the lights” here for his bout with Francis Ngannou on Oct. 28.

The clash will take place under the official rules of professional boxing, in a regulation ring, with three judges adopting the 10-point system. Both fighters are promising to win by knockout.

An agreement has been reached with Queensberry, Top Rank and Ngannou’s promotional banner, GIMIK Fight Promotions, to partner with Riyadh Season to host the history-making event.

Up for grabs is the title of “Baddest Man on the Planet” in the capital of the Kingdom, when “The Gypsy King” goes up against “The Predator.”

The fight will see the toughest chin in boxing tested by the Most Powerful Punch in the world, as confirmed by the Guinness World Records with regard to Ngannou’s ability.

“As soon as that bell goes, it’ll be bombs away,” Fury reportedly said recently. “This guy is supposed to be the hardest puncher in the world, but let’s see how he reacts when he gets hit by the Big GK. I can’t wait to get back out there under the lights.

“I’m looking forward to showing the world that The Gypsy King is the greatest fighter of his generation in an epic battle with another master of his craft. Francis looked tough when he jumped in the ring after the (Dillian) Whyte fight, but there is no one tougher than me, and you’ll all see that in devastating fashion on Oct. 28. I’d like to thank my promoters Frank Warren and Bob Arum, my manager Spencer Brown, and the guys at Riyadh Season for making this incredible event possible. It’s going to be a fight for the ages. Get up.”

Ngannou reportedly said recently: “I’ve been waiting to meet Tyson in the ring for the past three years. My