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The Background
Last month, former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury finalized a lucrative exhibition bout with Francis Ngannou, six months after leaving the UFC. UFC supremo Dana White was initially critical of the potential matchup between the two, but he has now broken his silence on the fight.
Dana's Surprise Comment
During the UFC 293 post-fight press conference, White surprised many with his three-word comment on the Fury vs Ngannou fight. He simply said, "Good for him." This is a departure from his previous criticism of crossover fights.
Dana's Initial Criticism
Last May, after a face-off between Fury and Ngannou on ESPN, White expressed his dislike for crossover fights, calling them "stupid" and a "waste of time, energy, and money." He also highlighted Fury's advantage in boxing compared to Ngannou's background in wrestling.
Ngannou's UFC Departure
In December, Ngannou's seven-year stint with the UFC came to an end after he failed to agree on a new contract. He has since signed with the Professional Fighters League, who are allowing him to participate in the crossover match with Fury.
White Surprised by the Deal
White expressed his confusion over Ngannou's contract with the Professional Fighters League. He questioned the decision to pay Ngannou not to fight for a year, considering his limited activity in recent years. White also suggested that Ngannou didn't want to take any risks, particularly after Ciryl Gane's victory over him.
It remains to be seen how the Fury vs Ngannou boxing match will play out on October 28th. Fans are eagerly anticipating this clash between two heavyweight titans.
