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Francis Ngannou’s Chance Against Tyson Fury: A Breakdown by Teddy Atlas

While many are underestimating Francis Ngannou’s chances in his boxing debut against WBC champion Tyson Fury this Saturday, legendary boxing trainer Teddy Atlas might change your mind. Atlas, in a recent episode of his podcast, THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas, provided a detailed analysis of the Fury vs. Ngannou matchup and explained why Ngannou shouldn’t be counted out, despite being out of his element.

Atlas acknowledges that Fury is the more experienced and skilled boxer, but he believes Ngannou can make up ground in technique. Drawing from his personal experience training Ngannou for a day and witnessing his fights against former UFC champion Stipe Miocic, Atlas highlights Ngannou’s power, toughness, and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new techniques. Though it may not be sufficient to defeat Fury alone, when combined with other factors, it could be a game-changer.

One factor that Atlas raises is the possibility of Fury underestimating Ngannou due to his perceived lack of challenge. He warns Fury not to overlook Ngannou, as an out-of-shape and overconfident Fury could succumb to Ngannou’s punching power. While there were initial concerns about Fury’s fitness based on early pictures, Atlas assumes Fury has since gotten in shape. However, he emphasizes the importance of Fury taking the event seriously and not taking Ngannou lightly.

To overcome the odds, Atlas believes Ngannou needs to bring an element of surprise to the ring. He suggests developing an unorthodox technique that can catch Fury off guard, teaching Ngannou tricks to deceive his opponent and create openings for powerful strikes. These unexpected attacks could be instrumental in Ngannou’s quest for an upset victory.

In conclusion, Teddy Atlas’s breakdown provides a fresh perspective on the Fury vs. Ngannou matchup. While Ngannou faces an uphill battle against the formidable Fury, Atlas highlights Ngannou’s strengths and the potential for surprises that could tilt the odds in his favor. Only time will tell if Ngannou can pull off the upset of the century.

Story originally appeared on MMA Junkie

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