Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Date CONFIRMED, TV channel, live stream and FULL card for huge Saudi crossover bout
EDDIE HEARN has confirmed that Anthony Joshua will take on MMA legend Francis Ngannou in his next fight.
The bout is expected to be a ten-round boxing match between the two-time former heavyweight champion and the ex-UFC title holder and is another coup for Saudi dealmaker Turki Al-Sheikh.
AJ recently overcame tricky southpaw Otto Wallin on the blockbuster bill in Saudi Arabia on December 23rd.
Before last month’s epic card, Joshua was expected to fight long-term rival Deontay Wilder after his meeting with the Swede.
But any hopes of a deal went up in smoke after the Bronze Bomber was on the end of a shock defeat to Joseph Parker in Saudi Arabia.
Ngannou raised many eyebrows in the world of boxing following his stunning debut against Tyson Fury in October 2023.
Many thought the UFC legend got the better of the Gypsy King on the night, but the heavyweight champion was victorious by way of split decision.
When is Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou?
- Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou will take place on Friday, March 8th, 2024.
- The crossover clash will take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
What TV channel is Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou on and can it be live streamed?
- TV details for Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou have not been announced, but it’s likely that the fight will be broadcast on DAZN.
- Eddie Hearn has revealed a press conference will take place on January 15th in London, where further information will be released.
Undercard
Here are all the fights set to take place in Saudi Arabia.
- MAIN EVENT: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
- Zhilei Zhang vs Joseph Parker for the Interim World Heavyweight Championship
- Rey Vargas vs Nick Ball for World Featherweight Championship
- Mark Chamberlin vs Gavin Gwynne
- Ziyad Almaayouf vs TBC
- Jack McGann vs TBC
- Justis Huni vs TBC
- Roman Fury vs TBC