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Junior dos Santos is optimistic about Jailton Almeida, who is on the rise and considered as the top contender against Tai Tuivasa

Former UFC heavyweight champion Junior dos Santos believes that Salvador native Jailton Almeida has what it takes to become a heavyweight champion just like he did in 2011. Almeida has won five consecutive fights in the UFC and has impressed dos Santos with his speed, body work, and ability to dominate his opponents. Though heavyweights are usually slow and easy to anticipate, Almeida is different … Continue reading Junior dos Santos is optimistic about Jailton Almeida, who is on the rise and considered as the top contender against Tai Tuivasa

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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

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Junior dos Santos lauds Francis Ngannou’s impact on MMA, acknowledging his refusal to conform to the system

Former UFC champion and current free agent Junior dos Santos has praised Francis Ngannou for his admirable actions in seeking a better deal not only for himself but for future opponents and athletes in general. Ngannou recently signed a lucrative contract with the Professional Fighters League, which reportedly grants him equity and a role on the PFL advisory board, plus a chairman role with PFL … Continue reading Junior dos Santos lauds Francis Ngannou’s impact on MMA, acknowledging his refusal to conform to the system

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ONE Championship’s CEO Chatri Sityodtong chose to withdraw the company’s bid for Francis Ngannou following a meeting

According to a recent announcement by CEO Chatri Sityodtong, ONE Championship will not be welcoming Francis Ngannou to their organization after all. The CEO had recently expressed his intentions to meet with Ngannou to provide him with the most promising offer out of all the bids he had received. However, Sityodtong later stated that ONE has chosen to withdraw from the bidding process altogether. Sityodtong … Continue reading ONE Championship’s CEO Chatri Sityodtong chose to withdraw the company’s bid for Francis Ngannou following a meeting

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