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The heavyweight king, Francis Ngannou is looking to get back in the win column in the PFL main event on October 19. After being away from MMA for so long, and suffering a recent family tragedy, earning a victory is a needed target for the Cameroonian athlete.

Francis Ngannou Discusses PFL Champion Renan Ferreira

PFL Heavyweight champion Renan Ferreira will be entering the October 19 fight with a reach and height advantage. Trained under former UFC titleholder Junior dos Santos, the Brazilian Ferreira has an impressive 85% knockout win rate. Most recently, he is just coming off of a stunning 21-second knockout against Ryan Bader.

Francis Ngannou is a former UFC heavyweight champion who walked away from the organization. Since then, he has taken on two blockbuster boxing fights against champions Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. The Cameroonian fighter suffered a brutal knockout loss to Joshua and then later tragically lost his son. Coming into this fight, he feels a fire burning.

During a PFL press conference hosted in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Francis Ngannou explained:

“I think it’s going to be amazing. I wouldn’t call it a return to MMA, but it’s a big night for me to make a statement, to rediscover myself, and to prove what I’m made of. “

Let’s just say I’m going to fight strategically, you know, based on how the fight presents itself. In my career, I’ve only gone for a knockout once, and it didn’t work out for me. The other time I got a knockout in 25 seconds, it wasn’t something that was planned. So, I like to keep it authentic. I’m not planning on a 25-second finish or anything like that. I know I have 25 minutes, so I’ll lay my game plan out over those 25 minutes to win the fight.”

In an interview with Tim Wheaton of Low Kick MMA, Francis Ngannou added:

“I give credit to my hardships, my upbringing. The challenges I faced at a young age prepared me for life. Early on, I knew I was on my own and had to take care of everything myself. It was tough, but it prepared me for the future. Now, when things get tough, I know I’ll get through it. Everything in life comes and goes—nothing lasts forever. It’s about resilience. You’ve got to see beyond what’s in front of you because there’s always something better ahead.”

The towering Brazilian knockout machine ‘Problema’ Renan Ferreira is coming off the biggest win of his career with a 21-second knockout against the Bellator heavyweight king, and now he looks to defeat Francis Ngannou the lineal MMA world champion. Let’s break down more information on Renan Ferreira.

How Tall Is Renan Ferreira?

The Brazilian Ferreira is a towering presence in MMA, standing at an impressive 6 feet 8 inches tall (2.03 m). This Brazilian heavyweight has been making waves in the PFL and is now set to face one of the most formidable opponents in his career. With his 6’8″ frame and a reach that extends to 85 inches, he poses a significant challenge to any opponent.

Renan Ferreira Record

Brazil’s Ferreira boasts an impressive 13 wins and 3 losses, with a whopping 11 of his wins coming by way of KO and 1 by submission. Ferreira is known for his speed and explosive strength, which are unusual for a heavyweight of his stature.

Ferreira’s most notable title is the 2023 PFL Heavyweight Championship, and he is now on the cusp of potentially winning another prestigious title in his upcoming bout against Ngannou.

Ryan Bader vs Renan Ferreira

Ferreira’s most recent high-profile fight was against Ryan Bader in February 2024. In a stunning display of power, Ferreira knocked out the longtime Bellator champion in just 21 seconds. This was the Bellator Heavyweight Champion being knocked out by the PFL heavyweight champion. Watch Ryan Bader vs Renan Ferreira right here.

When is Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira?

The highly anticipated bout between Ferreira and Francis Ngannou is scheduled for October 19, 2024. This bout of titans will headline the PFL’s “Battle of the Giants” event, which is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight will be available on ESPN+ pay-per-view in the U.S. and DAZN worldwide.

The towering Brazilian knockout machine ‘Problema’ Renan Ferreira is coming off the biggest win of his career with a 21-second knockout against the Bellator heavyweight king, and now he looks to defeat Francis Ngannou the lineal MMA world champion. Let’s break down more information on Renan Ferreira.

How Tall Is Renan Ferreira?

The Brazilian Ferreira is a towering presence in MMA, standing at an impressive 6 feet 8 inches tall (2.03 m). This Brazilian heavyweight has been making waves in the PFL and is now set to face one of the most formidable opponents in his career. With his 6’8″ frame and a reach that extends to 85 inches, he poses a significant challenge to any opponent.

Renan Ferreira Record

Brazil’s Ferreira boasts an impressive 13 wins and 3 losses, with a whopping 11 of his wins coming by way of KO and 1 by submission. Ferreira is known for his speed and explosive strength, which are unusual for a heavyweight of his stature.

Ferreira’s most notable title is the 2023 PFL Heavyweight Championship, and he is now on the cusp of potentially winning another prestigious title in his upcoming bout against Ngannou.

Ryan Bader vs Renan Ferreira

Ferreira’s most recent high-profile fight was against Ryan Bader in February 2024. In a stunning display of power, Ferreira knocked out the longtime Bellator champion in just 21 seconds. This was the Bellator Heavyweight Champion being knocked out by the PFL heavyweight champion. Watch Ryan Bader vs Renan Ferreira right here.

When is Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira?

The highly anticipated bout between Ferreira and Francis Ngannou is scheduled for October 19, 2024. This bout of titans will headline the PFL’s “Battle of the Giants” event, which is set to take place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The fight will be available on ESPN+ pay-per-view in the U.S. and DAZN worldwide.