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British boxing champion Tyson Fury has included a rematch clause in his contract with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou. The two fighters are set to face off in a highly anticipated crossover clash on October 28 in Saudi Arabia. While Fury is the overwhelming favorite, he has made sure to secure a second opportunity to fight Ngannou if needed.
Fury Takes Precaution
Tyson Fury, also known as the Gypsy King, has placed a rematch clause in his contract with Francis Ngannou ahead of their upcoming fight. The heavyweight champion is aware of the risks involved in crossing over into UFC and wants to ensure he has a chance to redeem himself if the unexpected happens.
The Details
During an interview on The MMA Hour, Ngannou confirmed the presence of a rematch clause in the contract. However, he is uncertain if he will be able to exercise it should he lose to Fury. The Cameroonian fighter admitted, "We will see how it goes."
Future Plans for Fury
Even before facing Ngannou, Tyson Fury is already making plans for his next moves. He is expected to re-enter negotiations with Oleksandr Usyk for a historic undisputed heavyweight title fight. However, Fury would have to wait at least six months to seek revenge against Ngannou, who is set to make his Professional Fighters League debut early next year.
A Huge Payday for Ngannou
Ngannou's purse for his professional boxing debut is expected to exceed his entire earnings from the octagon. His manager, Marquel Martin, confidently stated that the payout for this fight is life-changing. He added, "The bag is so big, he may actually just drop it on the way to the bank."
Martin also emphasized that Ngannou's earnings for this fight will surpass his UFC winnings by far. It is a significant milestone for the heavyweight fighter, who would have had to fight multiple times just to come close to the amount he will receive for this bout.
