The history is not great for MMA fighters transitioning to professional boxing. There have been a few here and there who have been able to notch wins, but at a high level, it’s a rare scene. But Saturday in Saudi Arabia, former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou crossed over to the boxing world and gave WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury one of his toughest career fights. Ngannou was defeated in a close, split decision , but many think he did enough to beat Fury

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Coach Eric Nicksick: Francis Ngannou proved it’s possible MMA fighters can compete against high-level boxers – MMA Junkie

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