Francis Ngannou vs Antony Joshua: Ex UFC Star Spotted Practising Mike Tyson's 'Superman Punch'

• Francis Ngannou has stepped up his preparation for his fight against Anthony Joshua
• The former UFC star was spotted practising a punch Mike Tyson asked him to use
• Ngannou made his boxing bow last year when he controversially lost to Tyson Fury

Francis Ngannou has been spotted practising Mike Tyson's famous 'superman punch' ahead of his fight with Anthony Joshua.

Ngannou is set to return to the boxing ring on Friday, March 8, to face Joshua in Saudi Arabia.

According to Sky Sports, Joshua is a strong favourite to triumph over the former UFC star in Riyadh.

This will be Ngannou's second fight as a boxer, having controversially lost his first bout against Tyson Fury last year.

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However, the 37-year-old is putting in the work and effort as he eyes his first victory as a boxer.

Ngannou spotted practising famous punch

SPORTbible reports that Ngannou was recently caught on camera practising a punch Mike Tyson advised him to use against Fury, the self-proclaimed 'Gypsy King.'

The publication reports that Ngannou was seen performing a superman punch on Tuesday, just days before he faces off against Joshua.

Tyson has previously disclosed his role in helping the former UFC fighter perfect the move.

Ngannou also disclosed the boxing legend's role in helping him get ready for the Friday match.

The Frenchman, who has Cameroonian roots, further exuded confidence in overcoming Joshua.

'"My full camp was here in Saudi Arabia so I was here this entire time, although I was training in Mike Tyson's gym," he said.

"My prediction is that I'm going to win," he added.

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Sports Brief earlier reported that British boxer Joshua finally opened up on why he is yet to face Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder, two of the top heavyweight boxers.

Joshua has now come out to defend his boxing record, disclosing that he has, in the past, signed contracts that would see him fight both Wilder and Fury.

However, none of the planned fights has materialised, with Joshua citing reasons beyond his control.