The combat sports fandom is buzzing with excitement as Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua gear up for their high-stakes boxing clash this Friday, 8th March in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. But there’s a twist in this tale—one that involves the enigmatic rapper Drake and his penchant for influencing athletic outcomes.
The Notorious “Drake Curse”
For years, the “Drake Curse” has haunted athletes across various disciplines. The phenomenon is simple: Whenever Drake publicly supports a team or an individual, they seem to falter. It’s as if the Canadian artist’s endorsement carries an invisible hex. From football to basketball, the curse has struck repeatedly, leaving fans bewildered and superstitious.
Enter Francis Ngannou, the Cameroonian powerhouse known for his bone-crushing punches and meteoric rise in the UFC heavyweight division. Ngannou’s journey from homelessness to championship contention is awe-inspiring. But now, he faces a different challenge—one that transcends the Octagon.
In a surprising turn of events, Drake has placed a colossal bet on Ngannou to defeat Anthony Joshua. The rapper, who once famously cursed the Toronto Raptors during the NBA playoffs, seems to be backing “The Predator.” His wager? A staggering $615,000.
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Fans make hilarious comments about Drake betting on Francis Ngannou
The fight fans, meanwhile believe that the curse is already at work- from anticipating the worst for Ngannou, to congratulating Joshua even before the fight, the fans had some hilarious reaction to Drake’s bet on the former UFC heavyweight champion.
“There’s no worse feeling as a fight fan than waking up on fight day and seeing this post about your fav fighter,” wrote MMA fan page @oocmma.
“The drake curse 😂😂 Congratulations AJ😩” another fan commented.
One fan wrote, “Whelp, that’s it for Ngannou then. Thanks Drake! 😂”
“God damn Nganou is doomed now…” joked another.
Ngannou’s lone professional boxing bout ended controversially against Tyson Fury back in October last year, but his raw power and determination were evident. Now, with the Drake specter looming, he must navigate the mental game alongside the physical battle. Joshua, a seasoned champion, won’t make it easy.
As UFC 299 approaches, all eyes are on Ngannou. Can he defy the odds, break the curse, and emerge victorious? Or will the “Drake Curse” add another chapter to its mystique? One thing is certain: When Ngannou and Joshua step into the ring, the world will hold its breath.
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