Johnny Nelson gives his verdict on Anthony Joshua's clash with Francis Ngannou, which is live on Sky Sports Box Office.
Johnny Nelson expects Anthony Joshua to comfortably beat Francis Ngannou in their crossover showdown but warned of the danger the former world champion faces in taking on the MMA star. Joshua continues his attempt to work his way back into world title contention when he takes on former UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou in Saudi Arabia on Friday March 8, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
Yet Nelson believes the biggest danger the 2012 Olympic gold medallist faces is if Ngannou is able to get in close during the fight, where he will be able to deploy the inside fighting techniques he has honed in MMA. 'He is used to getting up close and personal,' Nelson said. 'Making them feel uncomfortable, tying them up, wearing them down, then getting a shot. 'Once he is in, that is his safe spot, that is his world.