Mike Tyson to train Francis Ngannou for Tyson Fury fight: 'We're here to win'

Editor’s note: This article was originally published at MMAJunkie.com.

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Francis Ngannou will seek help from Mike Tyson as he looks to shock the world in his boxing debut.

Ngannou meets boxing champ Tyson Fury in a 10-round bout Oct. 28 in Saudi Arabia.

In his corner will be legendary boxer Tyson, who is confident that former UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou has the power to shock the world.

“It is no secret I back Ngannou 100 percent in this face-off of champions,” Tyson announced Thursday. “He has one hard punch, and when it lands, it’s game over. I am looking forward to working with Ngannou and supporting his transition from the octagon to the boxing ring.

“He isn’t a combat novice, he is a world champion. He knows how to compete when the bell rings, but the key will be combining his energy and combat skills into his punches and using his agility to move swiftly around the ring then delivering the knockout blow. We’re here to win.”

Ngannou is honored to have the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history by his side when he faces the tall order of trying to take out undefeated WBC champion Fury.

“Bringing Mike Tyson into my training camp is one of the best decisions I can make to prepare for Tyson Fury in the ring at this year’s Riyadh Season,” Ngannou said. “Mike Tyson is an idol of mine in the sport. His experience and boxing IQ will be important to honing my technique under his guidance to win this super-fight.

“I’ve been wanting this fight for years and now that it’s here, I’m focused on fighting the greatest fight of my career and shocking the world on the most epic stage for the fans in Riyadh. Oct. 28, the world will know who’s the ‘Baddest Man on The Planet.’”