The fight between the renowned fighters Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua is not just about strength and skills, now it has become about financial status.
Recently, Forbes released the estimated eye-opening figure for the upcoming mega one-on-one between the Cameroonian and British fighters.
Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian powerhouse. He is set to rake in a staggering 11.6 billion CFA francs (approx. $20 million) from the upcoming fight. Moreover, it’s a financial windfall, not just the count of pay-per-view earnings and sponsorships.
Whereas Anthony Joshua desires to get pay equal to what Tyson Fury earned in his fight with Ngannou. The amount equal to colossal 29 billion CFA francs (approx. 450 million) is really about high stakes.
The fight is not just a simple battle in the ring that will end after some rounds but a financial clash which impacts a lot of factors and fans in many ways.
Reportedly, the figures don’t even include the potential earnings from PPV sales and sponsorships but could skyrocket the total earnings even higher.
Considering the same, fans and supporters of the fighters have shared their opinions and views as the most lucrative fight in boxing history comes closer.
A social media user, Ngu Celdrick, commented, “Even if they give me one per cent or 5% of that money, I will fight Ngannou. Sapa is my motivation.”
Another person, Blaise Doh, wrote, “I go surely consider boxing as my new career oh!! Even if ma opponent beat me black I di still mark plenty doh.”
Amih D Fung expressed, “Why the fight if the money has already been divided.”
A fan of Cameroonian fighter Swanzy Roland commented hilariously, “Pope Francis will send Joshua back to the bible.”
Another fan, Diangha Mih, commented, “He should run for presidency of Cameroon. He is worth the budget of Cameroon.”
Tamfu Leo, who loves to watch professional fights, wrote, “The more fights he wins, the higher he moves on the ranking of boxers in the heavyweight division of the WBC (World Boxing Championship).”
Many other people have shared their opinions, some advised, and some commented on the professional matches, which are considerable.