Heavyweights Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou are poised to rake in millions from their bout tonight in Saudi Arabia. As talkSPORT reports, the financial stakes for both fighters are monumental, with tens of millions expected to pour into their accounts from this pivotal showdown.
How much is Anthony Joshua getting paid to fight Francis Ngannou
British boxer Anthony Joshua, also known as AJ, is a former two-time unified world champion with aspirations to reclaim world championship status in 2024. His purse for the upcoming fight is estimated at nearly £39.5m, not including potential earnings from pay-per-view (PPV) fees or any additional prize money. This contest represents one of Joshua's most lucrative fights to date.
How much money will Francis Ngannou make from the fight with Anthony Joshua
On the other side of the ring stands Francis Ngannou, transitioning from a UFC fighter to a boxer. The Cameroonian athlete made headlines when he knocked down Tyson Fury in his first professional boxing match. Ngannou's base purse is pegged at £15.75m, excluding other revenue streams like PPV money or compensation for winning and lasting the full distance of the match.
Overall, Ngannou could pocket well over £20m for a maximum of thirty minutes in the ring, nearly doubling what he earned against Fury and marking this as the most profitable fight of his career.
The disparity in their guaranteed purses stems from Joshua’s greater experience and list of achievements within the sport, which command a bigger fee. However, official figures for their earnings have yet to be confirmed and might slightly change as more details emerge.
Both fighters are gearing up for an aggressive showdown. For Joshua, this fight is more than just about earnings; it's part of his mission to dominate 2024 and seize back the world champion title. Meanwhile, Ngannou looks to build on his dramatic venture into boxing following a split decision loss to Tyson Fury — a bout that shocked many when he managed to knock Fury down.
As fans await this Friday's event in Saudi Arabia, it’s clear that much more than titles is at stake - with significant financial rewards lined up for both heavyweight contenders.
