Boxing-Performance against Fury gives Ngannou confidence ahead of Joshua fight

Boxing - Antony Joshua v Francis Ngannou - Press Conference - BLVD World, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia - March 6, 2024 Promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren during a press conference with Antony Joshua v Francis Ngannou ahead of their fight Action Images via Reuters/Andrew Couldridge

RIYADH (Reuters) - Francis Ngannou said his strong showing in his pro boxing debut against Tyson Fury has given him confidence ahead of his bout against British heavyweight Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia on Friday.

Former UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou, who will fight Joshua at Riyadh's Kingdom Arena, made his debut in October, losing via split decision to WBC world champion Fury in a non-title bout.