Joe Rogan teams up with Elon Musk to speak out on Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou bout result controversy
AUSTIN, TEXAS: Joe Rogan and Elon Musk demand serious punishment for judges in Francis Ngannou-Tyson Fury fight scoring.
In a highly anticipated crossover bout between UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and boxing legend Tyson Fury, the world witnessed a thrilling contest that ended in a controversial split decision win for Fury.
As the MMA and boxing communities continue to debate the outcome, Joe Rogan and Elon Musk are calling for "serious punishment" for the judges involved.
Controversy surrounds Ngannou vs Fury Bout
The UFC's venture into the world of boxing culminated in a spectacular showdown between Francis 'The Predator' Ngannou and Tyson 'The Gypsy King' Fury, with Ngannou making his professional boxing debut.
The 37-year-old Ngannou delivered an impressive performance, showcasing his remarkable skill set and leaving the combat sports world buzzing with excitement.
However, the fight's conclusion left many fans, fighters, and analysts dissatisfied and questioning the judges' scoring.
During a recent episode of the 'Joe Rogan Experience', the renowned UFC commentator, Joe Rogan, invited Tesla's CEO Elon Musk as a guest to delve into the fight's details, highlighting Ngannou's exceptional showing despite his relatively limited experience in the boxing world.
However, Rogan minced no words in expressing his disappointment with the judge's decision and called for strict repercussions.
He emphasized, "Francis Ngannou, who's never had a boxing match in his life… Knocked down Tyson Fury in the third round and beat him up in the eighth round. Most people, including me, thought he should've won the decision."
He added, "He lost by one point on one judge's scorecard. He won on one judges' scorecard, and another judge, who should go to jail, had it 96-93 for Tyson Fury, which is outrageous."
Ngannou not only gave a tough fight to Fury but also stunned the world by knocking out the heavyweight legend with an incredible left hook in the third round.
Despite the compelling performance, the final scorecards showed a narrow margin, with Judge Ed Garner scoring 95-94 for Ngannou, while Alan Krebs and Juan Carlos Pelayo scored 95-94 and 96-93 for Tyson Fury, respectively.
Joe Rogan expresses disappointment over Ngannou vs Fury Bou results
Joe Rogan wasn't the only one dismayed by the fight's outcome. A slew of renowned personalities from various domains voiced their dissatisfaction with the judges' decision.
NBA legend LeBron James, Tristan Tate (brother of Andrew Tate), Nate Diaz, UFC commentator Daniel Cormier, and Chael Sonnen were among those who publicly criticized the scoring.
The controversial decision was a hot topic of discussion among these A-listers, who commended Ngannou for his remarkable performance in the match.
The fight, contrary to the expectations of many, was far from one-sided, showcasing Ngannou's boxing skills and solidifying his reputation as a formidable fighter in multiple disciplines.
Francis Ngannou's impressive showing in the boxing match against Tyson Fury has undoubtedly elevated his profile in the combat sports world.