I Think Francis Was The Better Boxer | Breakdown of Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou

I Think Francis Was The Better Boxer | Breakdown of Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou

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In his latest YouTube video, Icy Mike of Hard2Hurt breaks down the Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou bout, going as far as to argue that Ngannou may have been the superior boxer. Despite conventional expectation that the MMA fighter would be outmatched in this boxing fight, Icy Mike points out that not only did Ngannou hold his own, but the fight itself was so heated that there were arguments made for Ngannou being the actual victor. He dives deep into the strategies Ngannou employed against Fury, providing a sage perspective on distance control, open stance and clinch mechanics, which seemingly had Ngannou outboxing Fury. This communicates Ngannou’s potential future as a world boxing champion, impressively melding his MMA prowess into boxing.



Decoding Modern Self-Defence: A Breakdown of Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou

In a surprising turn of events, MMA fighter Francis Ngannou crossed the classical borders of martial art styles, daring to step into a boxing match against the established boxer Tyson Fury. The fascinating aspect, and the reason this fight becomes crucial in understanding modern self-defence, is not the question of who won, but the exploration of the tactics and strategies employed, especially by Francis. This offers valuable insights for anyone interested in martial arts and self-defence. The Knockdown Understandably, the knockdown in round three is a major highlight of the match. Despite being a newcomer to boxing, Francis managed to land a powerful hit that sent Tyson to the ground—all due to a well-executed combination of jabs and punches that capitalized on Tyson’s apparent weak spots. The takeaway here is how Francis, an MMA fighter, adapted effectively to the boxing scene, utilising his inherent strength and tactical ability. The Psychological Game Tyson’s response post-knockdown provides an exciting glimpse into the psychological aspect of martial arts. His immediate, very relaxed, and almost nonchalant recovery, complete with a Rocky Balboa-esqe triumph run, communicated his unwavering confidence and composure—elements as much a part of the fight as physical prowess. Shuffling Stances Adding intrigue to the match, both Tyson and Francis periodically changed stances, expertly switching from Orthodox to Southpaw and vice versa. This prompted unpredictable shifts in the fight’s dynamics and made the match more competitive. Francis, with his outstanding straight left in the Southpaw stance, took full advantage of this tactic, demonstrating the value of flexibility in self-defence strategies. Clinch Mastery In the realm of clinching, which plays a significant role in both MMA and Boxing, Francis outshone Tyson, considered a master clincher, with superior collar ties and bicep ties. Through these, Francis managed to constantly turn Tyson, maintaining control of the match in the clinch, underlining yet again the relevance and importance of these moves in modern self-defence. Post-match Implications While the debate about the match’s outcome continues, whether Tyson deserved to win or if Francis was robbed, its larger relevance is in how it showcases the importance of adaptability, psychological dominance, strategic stances, and clinch mastery in modern self-defence. Francis exhibited a unique blend of MMA tactics in a boxing match, reflecting the blurred lines between different fighting formats and redefining effective self-defence strategies. Therefore, in this ever-evolving world of martial arts, the potential of Francis transitioning into a future boxing champion is not just exciting, but also a sign of shifting paradigms. In conclusion, martial arts, irrespective of the format—be it Boxing, MMA, or Karate—are essentially about strategies and techniques that ensure effective self-defence. And as this showdown between Tyson and Francis revealed, success lies not just in physical strength but also in mental agility, tactical adaptability, and an understanding of nuanced techniques that can turn the tables in any fighting situation. Remember, modern self-defence is not about showcasing power but about remaining undefeated, and as the match between two formidable champions shows, it’s all about intelligent, strategic fighting.

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Hard2Hurt is a YouTube channel run by Icy Mike, focusing on self-defense training, fight reviews, and fitness tips. His real-world experience from serving as a law enforcement officer and professional fighter, gives him an edge, delivering practical, reliable techniques, and making self-defense accessible to everyone. His content is personable, engaging, and highly informative.

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  1. I'm British and wanted Fury to win, but I really didn't feel that he did enough to win.

    Don't know if Tyson was extra shit on the night, but go to give real big credit to Frances on his first professional fight, he won in my books if he got through a few rounds.

    To be brutally honest most of the undercard was better to watch than the main event

  2. I am boxing fan and I thought that Tyson needed round ten to at least get a split decision to make it go either way. But both fighters were inactive round 10 but I would give the round to Francis. Overall I thought Francis won by a bit.

  3. Mike, how much do you think Mike Tyson's help played a role in Francis' performance? Obviously, Ngannou didn't adopt that peek-a-boo style of punching but the pressure and cutting off the ring were staples of Mike Tyson's game in his day.

  4. Fury won by seemingly being more active in the last two rounds. Reality according to the stats is that they threw and landed at similar rates with no significant difference. The 3 round knock down should've been the difference maker. That was a 10-8 round without a doubt. No other round could've been seen as anything other 10-9's. As a massive boxing fan, Francis edged him out.

  5. I really like you showing how good ngannou was boxing. I wanna point out some short comings of Fury I don’t think you covered.
    Fury’s form. For the majority of the fight he had his lead hand down in sort of a philly shell position. First off, I think if you have that much of a reach advantage on your opponent, fighting more orthodox and controlling the fight with ur lead hand is a better option, but the philly shell isn’t inherently bad. what was bad was how fury was doing it. He was a lot more squared off than I would’ve liked from someone fighting in a Philly shell and he wasn’t guarding his chin with his shoulder. So instead of looking like a philly shell it looked more like an orthodox stance with just the lead hand down.

    Then comes the knockdown. I rewatched that knockdown like 100 times in slow motion. The way you guys showed it in the video was way too generous. When tyson throws his first 1-2 he brings down his right hand and winds it up. and if that wasn’t bad enough he proceeded to do the same exact thing right after ngannou blocked it. That opening he created was way too easy for ngannou to take advantage of, especially if you consider ngannou was the one pressuring fury at the time. fury should’ve tightened up his philly shell and controlled more with his jab.

    Big ups to both of them though, great fight and ngannou really shocked the world. I hope he continues with boxing.

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