Francis Ngannou's Financial Triumph: From UFC to Boxing

His first boxing match against Tyson Fury on October 28, 2023, saw him earn a staggering $5 million—a sum that surpassed his entire career earnings in the MMA octagon.

Ngannou's financial success continued with his recent bout against Anthony Joshua in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Despite being outclassed and ultimately defeated by KO in the second round, Ngannou stands to receive around $20 million (or €18,271,900) for this fight alone. Combining the earnings from both matches, Ngannou is set to pocket a total of $25 million—a testament to the financial rewards of his venture into English boxing.

While the sporting outcome may not have been in Ngannou's favor, the substantial financial gains undoubtedly provide some consolation for the Cameroonian fighter.