Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For March 2, 2023, we’re taking a look at: “He’s A Statement-Maker” – Jon Jones On Israel Adesanya In a rec…
Welcome to MMA News Today, a daily feature running down the most interesting stories in the world of mixed martial arts. For March 2, 2023, we’re taking a look at: “He’s A Statement-Maker” – Jon Jones On Israel Adesanya In a recent sneaker shopping appearance on Complex, MMA legend Jon Jones was asked which fighters…
Ciryl Gane will have a second chance to claim the UFC’s heavyweight title when he fights Jon Jones at UFC 285, but the 32-year-old says the moment feels less intimidating than when he previously challenged Francis Ngannou. “Bon Gamin” claimed the UFC”s…
Ciryl Gane will have a second chance to claim the UFC’s heavyweight title when he fights Jon Jones at UFC 285, but the 32-year-old says the moment feels less intimidating than when he previously challenged Francis Ngannou. “Bon Gamin” claimed the UFC”s interim heavyweight title in 2021 when he stopped Derrick Lewis in the main…
Former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou has distanced himself from a future return to the organization following his official departure from the Octagon back in January of this year, explaining how it would take an awful lot for him to consider returning to the promotion. Ngannou, the promotion’s most recent undisputed heavyweight champion, was […]
Former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou has distanced himself from a future return to the organization following his official departure from the Octagon back in January of this year, explaining how it would take an awful lot for him to consider returning to the promotion.
Ngannou, the promotion’s most recent undisputed heavyweight champion, was handed his official release from the UFC back in January of this year, following the completion of his contractual obligations with the organization back in in December of last year.
As per UFC president, Dana White, the promotion elected to strip Francis Ngannou of his status as undisputed heavyweight champion, and also waived their exclusive matching rights period to allow the Batié native to field offers immediately from other promotions.
Francis Ngannou remains doubtful of scoring future UFC comeback
“I think my situation (with the UFC) is different than others,” Francis Ngannou told The Schmo during a recent interview. “It’s not like I got caught or something – I left. And I think he (Dana White) would take a lot in order for me to come back. I doubt that (White will make it happen).”
Most recently, Cameroon native, Ngannou headlined UFC 270 against former interim heavyweight champion, Ciryl Gane back in January of last year – securing a unanimous decision victory to successfully unify the division titles.
In March of the prior year, Ngannou, a staple of Xtreme Couture stopped former two-time division champion, Stipe Miocic with a thunderous knockout win in the pair’s title rematch.
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has revealed whether an Octagon return is on the cards for him down the line. Earlier this year, Ngannou’s departure from MMA’s premier promotion was confirmed. The news was announced by UFC P…
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has revealed whether an Octagon return is on the cards for him down the line. Earlier this year, Ngannou’s departure from MMA’s premier promotion was confirmed. The news was announced by UFC President Dana White, who noted that “The Predator” vacated the heavyweight title after turning down a final…
UFC heavyweight contender Ciryl Gane has dismissed one narrative heading into his main event with the returning Jon Jones this weekend. At UFC 285, Gane will welcome Jones back to the Octagon after over three years away. While the former two-time light…
UFC heavyweight contender Ciryl Gane has dismissed one narrative heading into his main event with the returning Jon Jones this weekend. At UFC 285, Gane will welcome Jones back to the Octagon after over three years away. While the former two-time light heavyweight champion will look to make a successful comeback and achieve championship glory…
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has responded to Jon Jones’ recent comments about leaving before fighting him. Jones will face Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 on Saturday for the vacant heavyweight belt. This came to fruition after Ngannou …
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has responded to Jon Jones’ recent comments about leaving before fighting him. Jones will face Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 on Saturday for the vacant heavyweight belt. This came to fruition after Ngannou and the UFC parted ways following a lengthy contract dispute. Jones was originally expected to face…
Former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou has distanced himself from a future return to the organization following his official departure from the Octagon back in January of this year, explaining how it would take an awful lot for him to consider returning to the promotion. Ngannou, the promotion’s most recent undisputed heavyweight champion, was […]