Francis Ngannou’s Blunder Revealed as Joe Rogan’s Dirty ‘Fix’ Allegations on Tyson Fury Fight Confirmed by UFC Veteran
The fight world was set ablaze on October 28, 2023, when Tyson Fury clashed with Francis Ngannou in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in an epic showdown dubbed ‘The Battle of the Baddest.’ This marked Ngannou’s much-anticipated boxing debut after parting ways with the UFC. While Fury emerged victorious, it was Ngannou’s stunning performance that stole the spotlight, as he knocked down the ‘Gypsy King’ multiple times, leaving the outcome hanging in the balance until the final bell.
Almost a year after the electrifying bout, controversy has resurfaced with Joe Rogan’s explosive claims. Rogan, never one to shy away from bold statements, suggested that the fight may have been fixed. His allegations, made on his podcast ‘JRE,’ have reignited a fiery debate within the fight community. UFC veteran Chael Sonnen has now stepped in, backing Rogan’s controversial stance, adding further fuel to the already blazing controversy.
The Fight That Shook the World
The Ngannou vs. Fury fight was nothing short of spectacular. The two titans went toe-to-toe in a 10-round boxing match that ended in a split decision, favoring Fury. The decision split the fight community, with many, including Joe Rogan, believing Ngannou should have been declared the winner.
“It just seemed like the fix was in a little bit,” Rogan remarked, his words spreading like wildfire across social media and forums. Sonnen, in a detailed analysis on his YouTube channel, supported Rogan’s claims, emphasizing the irregularities and potential biases that marred the match.
Chael Sonnen’s Bold Support
Chael Sonnen, known for his candid opinions, dissected Rogan’s comments with precision. He highlighted the strategic missteps Ngannou might have made, saying, “So, if you’re Francis and you look at the pieces and you know you’re walking into that environment… he should have had a counter for the Ukrainian that he thinks is going to affect the judges.” Sonnen pointed out that Ngannou should have anticipated the biases and planned accordingly.
Sonnen didn’t stop there. He suggested that the promotion had a vested interest in setting up a future fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. “So, was the fix in? Sure. Did the promoter relay his wishes to the judges, which they all deny happened? Yes, they did it in front of everybody,” Sonnen claimed, suggesting that behind-the-scenes machinations influenced the outcome of the fight.
“It just seemed like the fix was in a little bit,” said Joe Rogan.
Sonnen said, “So, if you’re Francis and you look at the pieces and you know you’re walking into that environment, much like Fury should have had a counter for the Ukrainian that he thinks is going to affect the judges, he knew that ahead of time. He didn’t think of it in the last 30 minutes while he’s getting his face beat in. He should have countered an attack ahead of time.”
The Aftermath of Rogan’s Revelations
As the final round of the Fury vs. Ngannou fight unfolded, the tension was palpable. The fighting community watched in suspense, only for many to be left in disbelief when Fury was announced as the winner. Joe Rogan, vocal about his opinions from the start, reiterated, “I thought he (Francis Ngannou) won that fight. But, you know, they were setting up that (Oleksandr) Usyk fight. They were not going to let,” Rogan said on JRE.
Rogan’s assertion that the decision was skewed to pave the way for a Fury-Usyk match has gained significant traction. “It was close enough that they could pull it off and you go, ‘Okay maybe, maybe you can see (Fury) winning that,’ but I don’t think so, I thought Francis won it, a lot of people thought Francis won it,” Rogan continued, echoing the sentiments of many fans and analysts alike.
He further added, “Francis should have had an opponent. Francis could have had a storyline. Francis should have had Fury next after what he did in getting a split decision. He didn’t know what time it was before he went in there, he didn’t know what time it was during, he didn’t know what time it is after.”
A Tale of Controversy and Speculation
The Fury vs. Ngannou bout has become a cornerstone of controversy in the fight world. The allegations of fixing, combined with Rogan and Sonnen’s outspoken views, have cast a long shadow over what was initially celebrated as a monumental clash. As debates rage on, the integrity of boxing decisions and the influence of promoters are under intense scrutiny.
The reverberations of this controversy continue to be felt, not just by the fighters involved but by the entire combat sports community. Fans remain divided, some supporting the official decision, while others align with Rogan and Sonnen, questioning the fairness of the fight’s outcome.
“So, was the fix in? Sure. Did the promoter relay his wishes to the judges, which they all deny happen? Yes, they did it in front of everybody.”
“I thought he (Francis Ngannou) won that fight. But, you know, they were setting up that (Oleksandr) Usyk fight. They were not going to let,” said Rogan on JRE. He further added, “It was close enough that they could pull it off and you go, ‘Okay maybe, maybe you can see (Fury) winning that,’ but I don’t think so, I thought Francis won it, a lot of people thought Francis won it.”
