We all knew it was possible but didn’t think it would actually happen. Nice work Ngannou.
Found it really interesting that Fury obliged the slow pace. Whether he was trying to preserve himself for his upcoming fight or he tasted Ngannou’s power and decided to fight conservatively, I’m not sure. One things certain, Francis silenced the critics. They’re going to make a movie out of this man’s life one day.
This is a very sad day in Australia’s history. Many of us thought we were a more progressive nation than we are.
Kopylov is must watch. His distance management, speed, and power are devastating. Hope he can keep it up as he faces tougher opposition. Fremd was waiting for that high kick all night so Kopylov targeted the body instead - maybe to get the hands to drop but there was no need.
If it wasn’t Noche night I wonder how the judges would have scored the fight. I picked Grasso going into this one but thought Valentina won 3-2.
MK have had some great conversations in this series. Brian and Luke constantly referring to each other as washed seems to lighten the mood and make the fighters feel comfortable. Hope they give Steamroller that Paddy fight.
Possibly trying to induce betting with some wild odds early on. I would expect Chimaev to be the fav come fight night.
Missing the finish in the first was almost a blessing in disguise for Sean. Anyone that may have wanted to dismiss the punch as luck watched him melt the former champ to the tune of 49-46. Who woulda thought. It was so one-sided no one is calling for a rematch.
I thought Jack looked great until he didn’t. Hope it’s just a dislocated elbow and he can come return soon.