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Francis Ngannou wants to face struggling former world champion before ending boxing career

Francis Ngannou wants to face struggling former world champion before ending boxing careerMark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing
The former UFC champion has his sights set on the biggest names at heavyweight.

The big fights keep on coming for Francis Ngannou and his career as a professional boxer continues on Friday when he faces Anthony Joshua live on DAZN PPV

Ngannou made his boxing debut in October against WBC world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, and while he did lose on a split decision, Ngannou came out of the contest with a lot of credit and is now one of the biggest names in the heavyweight division. 

Since the loss to Fury, Ngannou has been linked with a number of high-profile fighters at heavyweight, and there is one particular name he wants to face before he calls time on this foray into the world of boxing. 

"There were three names I had in mind, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder," Ngannou told DAZN's Off the Cuff when discussing his desired boxing opponents.

"I still have those three names."

Ngannou was then asked about whether Wilder still features in his plans following the recent loss to Joseph Parker, and the Cameroonian issued a simple response. 

"Still," Ngannou said regarding a desire to face Wilder. 

"This will not end until I fight Wilder."

Live on DAZN PPV: Anthony Joshua vs. Francis Ngannou on March 8. Click here for details and how to purchase

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