MMA Fighting presents live round-by-round updates for the highly anticipated boxing clash between Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou, set to electrify fans at the Freedom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on Friday afternoon.
The main event is slated to kick off around 5:10 p.m. ET, available for viewing on DAZN and PPV.com pay-per-view platforms. For comprehensive coverage of the Joshua vs. Ngannou showdown, be sure to bookmark our dedicated results page to catch up on all the action from the undercard.
Anthony Joshua (27-3, 24 knockouts) enters the ring riding the momentum of three consecutive victories, two of which ended in spectacular knockouts. In his latest bout this past December, Joshua delivered a fifth-round knockout blow to Otto Wallin, showcasing his prowess in the ring.
Meanwhile, Francis Ngannou (0-1) made headlines in his inaugural professional boxing match last October by flooring Tyson Fury, albeit falling short in a split decision. As a former UFC heavyweight champion and current signee with the PFL for mixed martial arts, Ngannou brings a formidable presence and raw power to the boxing ring.
Stay tuned as MMA Fighting provides live updates, blow-by-blow commentary, and post-fight analysis of the exhilarating clash between two titans of combat sports, Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou.
