Ahead of his blockbuster fight against Ngannou, British-Nigeria boxer Anthony Joshua has suggested that it is not a big deal if the Cameroonian had knocked down Tyson Fury in his previous fight.
AJ admitted that he was not initially keen on his upcoming bout against the former UFC champion.
The pair will now face off in a massive clash at the Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on March 8.
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Ngannou stunned observers with his boxing ability against the Gypsy King and even knocked down the 35-year-old in Round 3 of their explosive fight.
With the fight coming up in less than a month, Joshua says he is not surprised, as he hailed his next opponent.
Meanwhile, boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has assured that former two-time world champion, Joshua, is in great shape but warned that it will be dangerous.
Sports Brief earlier reported that British boxers Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury are on course for a massive payday provided they both win their next fights.
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It was gathered that Argentine football legend Lionel Messi earns approximately $60 million a year due to his deal in America.
Joshua and Fury will earn $126 million for their fight. Paris Saint-Germain Kylian Mbappe makes just over €90 million per year.
