Tag: Francis Ngannou

MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Deontay Wilder acknowledges the likelihood of a promising matchup against heavyweight MMA fighter Francis Ngannou

Deontay Wilder says he is not ruling out a potential fight with Francis Ngannou in the boxing ring. The former WBC heavyweight champion was backstage at the PFL 4 event, where Ngannou was in attendance, prompting speculation that the promotion is trying to arrange a fight. Wilder, who is set to fight Anthony Joshua towards the end of this year, appears open to the idea … Continue reading Deontay Wilder acknowledges the likelihood of a promising matchup against heavyweight MMA fighter Francis Ngannou

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Matt Brown urges Francis Ngannou to skip a boxing warmup bout and focus on the lucrative payday

Francis Ngannou is taking his ambitions to box seriously, but rather than jumping straight into a high-stakes fight against one of the best heavyweights in the division, he wants to test his skills in a warm-up bout first. However, veteran UFC fighter and noted boxing enthusiast Matt Brown thinks this could be a recipe for disaster, as there is no concrete evidence to suggest that … Continue reading Matt Brown urges Francis Ngannou to skip a boxing warmup bout and focus on the lucrative payday

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Chael Sonnen downplays PFL’s recent PED suspensions, stating that it’s not a significant issue

Chael Sonnen, an MMA fighter, dismisses concerns over potential performance-enhancing drug (PED) use in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). Though PFL recently signed a prominent heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou, it has faced difficulties over the past month. In mid-May, nine fighters, including Bruno Cappelozza and Thiago Santos, were suspended for using various banned substances. And earlier this week, PFL’s 2023 light heavyweight champion, Rob Wilkinson, … Continue reading Chael Sonnen downplays PFL’s recent PED suspensions, stating that it’s not a significant issue

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Boxer Terence Crawford cautions MMA fighter Francis Ngannou about facing Deontay Wilder, stating that Wilder’s punch will render Ngannou unconscious

Terence Crawford, a top pound-for-pound boxer, believes that Francis Ngannou may find success in boxing, but he thinks the MMA lineal heavyweight champion is aiming too high at the moment. For over a year, Ngannou has discussed an interest in participating in a crossover superfight, similar to Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor, with names like Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder. However, Ngannou is still trying … Continue reading Boxer Terence Crawford cautions MMA fighter Francis Ngannou about facing Deontay Wilder, stating that Wilder’s punch will render Ngannou unconscious

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Reflecting on UFC champion’s feuds with Dana White

Aljamain Sterling has recently butted heads with UFC president Dana White, but this is not the first time White has feuded with one of his champions. Tito Ortiz is perhaps the most famous example of White’s contentious relationship with his athletes. White was Ortiz’s manager until he convinced his friends to buy the UFC and became a promoter. Ortiz and White became combative towards each … Continue reading Reflecting on UFC champion’s feuds with Dana White

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Francis Ngannou accuses UFC of playing dirty and discloses that he was earning very little under his contract

Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion who recently signed with the PFL, he was making between $100,000 and $120,000 per fight during his final contract with the UFC before winning the heavyweight title in March 2021. Ngannou’s decision to sign with the PFL rather than re-sign with the UFC became a major story following his successful title defense against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270 … Continue reading Francis Ngannou accuses UFC of playing dirty and discloses that he was earning very little under his contract

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Boxer Tyson Fury declined a potential MMA fight against Jon Jones, emphasizing his strength is in boxing and not grappling

Should boxing star Tyson Fury and UFC champion Jon Jones ever clash in the ring, Fury has made clear that he won’t be considering mixed martial arts rules. Despite the fighters agreeing they would like to face off against each other, they hold differing opinions on the bout’s format. Fury, who at present holds the WBC and The Ring titles, has dismissed the possibility of … Continue reading Boxer Tyson Fury declined a potential MMA fight against Jon Jones, emphasizing his strength is in boxing and not grappling

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

According to Randy Couture, Francis Ngannou’s move to PFL should prompt other heavyweight fighters to consider free agency

Francis Ngannou stirred up the MMA world with his decision to leave the UFC heavyweight title in order to become a free agent. Signing a standout contract with the PFL only added to the commotion. Dubbed the “most lucrative” deal in MMA by PFL CEO Peter Murray, Ngannou’s agreement not only grants him the freedom to pursue a boxing match on his own terms but … Continue reading According to Randy Couture, Francis Ngannou’s move to PFL should prompt other heavyweight fighters to consider free agency

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

Daniel Cormier expressed concern that the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight may not materialize and urged all parties involved to collaborate

The status of Jon Jones’ first UFC heavyweight title defense remains unknown as negotiations for a potential matchup with Stipe Miocic have yet to yield results. After securing his second divisional crown in March with a victory over Ciryl Gane, Jones expressed his desire to fight Miocic at UFC 290 on July 8. However, the event passed without the anticipated mega-fight, and no other agreement … Continue reading Daniel Cormier expressed concern that the Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight may not materialize and urged all parties involved to collaborate

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

The UFC manager claims that Francis Ngannou’s contract renewal was delayed, but negotiations were still ongoing

Francis Ngannou had the option to sign with the UFC again but ultimately chose to sign with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) where he is a minority equity owner, is on the PFL advisory board, and serves as chairman of PFL Africa. After being an unrestricted free agent for four months, Ngannou signed the unique contract with the PFL, unlike any previously seen in MMA … Continue reading The UFC manager claims that Francis Ngannou’s contract renewal was delayed, but negotiations were still ongoing

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

PFL’s Donn Davis expressed satisfaction with Francis Ngannou’s deal; UFC’s move was purely business-oriented

The PFL, known for its tournament-based seasons and $1 million prize for yearly winners, has been a hot spot for fighters looking for opportunity since its rebranding from WSOF in 2018. The promotion plans to expand with other avenues, including pay-per-view events, and is excited about its newest addition, superstar fighter and businessman Francis Ngannou. Ngannou, who parted ways with the UFC earlier this year, … Continue reading PFL’s Donn Davis expressed satisfaction with Francis Ngannou’s deal; UFC’s move was purely business-oriented

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment
MMA Fight, MMA News, News

While pleased for Francis Ngannou, Matt Brown believes that the future looks uncertain for PFL’s enduring triumph

Francis Ngannou’s move to the PFL from the UFC appears to have worked out well for him, with the heavyweight champion agreeing to a lucrative deal that allows him greater autonomy over his future crossover fights in boxing. However, the UFC’s President Dana White criticised the deal, and warned of the PFL’s business strategy and the likelihood of history repeating itself with yet another failed … Continue reading While pleased for Francis Ngannou, Matt Brown believes that the future looks uncertain for PFL’s enduring triumph

Unknown's avatarJohn DarcyLeave a comment