Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Start time in India, UK, USA, Australia & more

Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion known for his devastating knockout power, is poised to make his return to the boxing ring in a highly anticipated showdown against renowned boxing champion Anthony Joshua. This 10-round fight is set to take place in Saudi Arabia, marking another major crossover event in combat sports.

Ngannou’s journey from the octagon to the boxing ring began after his departure from the UFC in 2023 due to failed negotiations with the organization. Seeking new challenges, Ngannou signed with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), where he continued to showcase his exceptional combat skills.

In a momentous bout in 2023, Ngannou faced off against boxing legend Tyson Fury, demonstrating his ability to compete at the highest levels of both mixed martial arts and boxing. Despite ultimately falling short on the judges’ scorecards, Ngannou’s performance earned him widespread respect and admiration from fans worldwide. Many even argued that Ngannou had won the match, citing his impressive display of skill and a memorable knockdown against Fury.

Now, with his sights set on another boxing luminary, Ngannou prepares to take on Anthony Joshua in what promises to be a thrilling clash of titans. The stage is set in Saudi Arabia, where combat sports enthusiasts eagerly await this momentous showdown between two of the world’s most formidable fighters.

As Ngannou returns to the ring to test his mettle against Joshua, anticipation reaches a fever pitch, with fans eagerly awaiting the opportunity to witness history in the making. With both fighters known for their explosive power and technical prowess, this matchup has all the makings of an unforgettable spectacle that will captivate audiences around the globe.

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou match card

• Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
• Zhilei Zhang vs Joseph Parker
• Rey Vargas vs Nick Ball
• Israil Madrimov vs Magomed Kurbanov
• Mark Chamberlain vs Gavin Gwynne
• Justis Huni vs Kevin Lerena
• Jack McGann vs Louis Greene
• Ziyad Almaayouf vs Christian Lopez Flores
• Roman Fury vs Martin Svarc
• Andrii Novytskyi vs Juan Torres

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Start time

Region	Date	Start Time	Main Event Ring Walks (approx.)
Saudi Arabia	Friday, March 8	6 p.m. AST	2:00 a.m. AST
USA and Canada (ET)	Friday, March 8	10 a.m. ET	6:00 p.m. ET
USA and Canada (PT)	Friday, March 8	7 a.m. PT	3:00 p.m. PT
UK and Ireland	Friday, March 8	3 p.m. GMT	11:00 p.m. GMT
Australia	Saturday, March 9	2 a.m. AEDT	10:00 a.m. AEDT
India (IST)	Saturday, March 9	4:30 a.m. IST	11:30 a.m. IST

Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Telecast

Region	TV channel	Live streaming
USA	—	DAZN
Canada	—	DAZN
UK and Ireland	—	DAZN, Sky Sports PPV
Australia	—	DAZN
India	—	DAZN

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