Anthony Joshua accused of fighting Francis Ngannou in order to one-up Tyson Fury

Background

Francis Ngannou, known for his success in MMA, made his boxing debut against Tyson Fury in October. Despite a close call, Fury emerged victorious in a split-decision win. With a rematch ruled out, Ngannou has now set his sights on Anthony Joshua.

Joshua's Motive

Retired former super-middleweight champion Carl Froch believes that Joshua's decision to fight Ngannou is solely to try and outdo Fury's performance. Froch criticizes the matchup, stating that it does nothing for the sport of boxing and suggests that Joshua should face other top contenders instead.

The Controversy

Although Froch's remarks have sparked debate, boxing bosses in Saudi Arabia have expressed interest in having the winner of Fury and Usyk's unification bout face off against the victor of Joshua and Ngannou.

What's Next?

While Joshua's fight with Ngannou may be viewed by some as a meaningless exhibition, it allows him to stay active while waiting for the outcome of Fury versus Usyk. The ultimate goal for all parties involved is a high-stakes showdown to determine the undisputed champion.