Well-known journalist and insider Ariel Helwani posted on his Instagram, reporting sensational news: the former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua and former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou agreed on a fight. Helwani names Turki Al al-Sheikh, chairman of the General Authority for Entertainment Affairs in Saudi Arabia, as his source of information.
“Francis Ngannou vs. Anthony Joshua—the deal is done. Ten-round boxing match in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia,” Helwani wrote.
It is worth noting that at the moment the date of the fight remains unknown.