Drake, the renowned Canadian rapper, experienced a substantial financial setback when he wagered $615,000 on Francis Ngannou, who faced off against British-Nigerian boxer Anthony Joshua in a highly anticipated match.
The fight concluded with Anthony Joshua delivering a knockout blow to Ngannou in just two rounds, resulting in a significant loss for Drake. Days before the much-anticipated bout, Drake took to Instagram to showcase the substantial sum he had staked on Ngannou, emphasizing his confidence in the “scary man.”
“Betting on a scary man @stake,” Drake captioned the post. However, destiny took a different turn for the rapper as Anthony Joshua‘s dominant performance led to a swift victory over Ngannou.
The knockout was so impactful that Ngannou required immediate medical attention, and Drake had to confront the repercussions of his unsuccessful bet. Davido, a prominent Nigerian artist, seized the opportunity to playfully taunt Drake for his financial setback, leaving a cheeky remark on Instagram:
Davido Wrote: “Ur ticket don cut 😂.”
