UFC legend Francis Ngannou floors streamer iShowSpeed before AFCON final as playful moment sparks influencer boxing talk (Image via Getty)

Francis Ngannou and iShowSpeed stole the spotlight before the Africa Cup of Nations final with a moment no one expected. What looked like a friendly chat suddenly turned into a dramatic scene when Ngannou dropped the internet star to the ground. The clip spread fast online and left fans shocked, laughing, and talking.The moment happened just before the Africa Cup of Nations final between host nation Morocco and Senegal. The two were standing on the touchline at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, with cameras rolling and fans watching closely.Ngannou, 39, is one of the most feared fighters in the world. Speed, 20, is one of the biggest social media stars. When the two met, things quickly turned interesting.Francis Ngannou walked up and said, “I heard you are looking for me.”Speed replied, “Yeah, I’m looking for you.”Ngannou asked, “What about?”Speed said, “I’m trying to learn how to box. I want to learn how to fight.”Ngannou smiled and answered, “Ah, okay. Like, for real? Because it hurts.”Seconds later, Ngannou lightly tapped Speed in the stomach with his right hand. Even though the punch looked soft, Speed dropped to the ground screaming. Many people felt the moment was planned and done for fun. Speed soon stood up and stared back at Ngannou with an angry and dramatic look.Ngannou then said, “That’s a little bit of what you can expect.”The two later shook hands. Before leaving, Speed added one last line, “Monday I will get my revenge.”

The short moment quickly led to talk about a possible influencer boxing match. Speed has often joked about boxing and fighting online. Facing someone like Ngannou, though, would be a huge step.Francis Ngannou is a former UFC heavyweight champion and one of the hardest punchers in combat sports. He was knocked out by Anthony Joshua in a boxing match two years ago, but his power is still feared around the world.The Africa Cup of Nations final itself remained the main event, but this viral moment gave fans something extra to talk about. According to footage shared by broadcasters at the stadium and clips posted online, the exchange appeared friendly and playful, not serious. For now, no fight is confirmed. Still, one short moment was enough to grab global attention and keep both names trending.