‘It’s going to be a long time before any of that happens’ – Miocic talks Ngannou’s failed UFC negotiations
The heart of Francis Ngannou’s dispute with the UFC may have been focused on boxing, contract limits, and (as always) money, but there were a…
Francis Ngannou Archives: 01/2023
Francis Ngannou in contact with Tyson Fury’s team, aiming for potential summer fight
Francis Ngannou is pursuing one of the most lucrative fights of his post-UFC career. The former UFC heavyweight champion was released from his contract with…
‘Dumbest idea in sports history’ – Sonnen chides Tyson Fury for ‘ridiculous’ Francis Ngannou callout
As soon as the news about Francis Ngannou’s UFC release went around, some of prizefighting’s major players immediately jumped in. Tyson Fury, for one, wants…
‘In a cage, 4 oz gloves, under Queensbury’ – Tyson Fury calls for hybrid boxing match with Francis Ngannou
There’s been a lot of talk, stemming from Francis Ngannou’s recent failed negotiations with the UFC, about money, and contract lengths and health coverage and…
‘I would’ve loved to fight Francis again’ – Stipe Miocic wanted Ngannou to stay in UFC
Stipe Miocic wanted Francis Ngannou to stay in the UFC so they could complete their trilogy. Ngannou and the UFC failed to come to terms…
UFC star Francis Ngannou will be a ‘below average boxer,’ says Smith
Even before his pre-champion years, Francis Ngannou made waves in the UFC as one of the most brutal knockout artists in the sport today. His…
‘I have to do what’s right for me’ — Francis Ngannou shares his side on UFC departure
In his own words, it seems Francis Ngannou has no doubt that he was right to leave the UFC. UFC president Dana White announced on…
Conor McGregor puts Francis Ngannou’s reps on blast after UFC release
Conor McGregor has suggested that Francis Ngannou was misrepresented in his recent negotiations with the UFC and that “The Predator” should join Paradigm Sports for…
Francis Ngannou accused of ‘mishandling’ UFC contract negotiations
Former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping has suggested that Francis Ngannou may have mishandled his negotiations with the UFC in pursuit of a potential superfight…
‘I asked for a 3-fight deal, no extension’ – Francis Ngannou on UFC split
If Power Slap boss Dana White were to be believed, Francis Ngannou just didn’t want to fight tough fights anymore, that’s why he left the…
Francis Ngannou Free Agency Watch
Francis Ngannou has walked away from his UFC heavyweight title and has secured his freedom from the UFC. The Cameroonian fighter opted not to re-sign…
‘I have a stance where I can make a difference’ – Francis Ngannou’s UFC contract snub explained
Francis Ngannou is free of the UFC and looking for bigger things in free agency.
‘Francis would have fought Jon Jones on any day of the week’ – Cormier rebuffs Dana White’s narrative
It’s a tale as old as time. Whenever a notable, top-tier fighter decides that their goals lie in opposition to the UFC’s president Dana White…
He deserves f—k you money – Strickland says ‘it’s a damn shame’ to see Francis Ngannou leave UFC
Sean Strickland wants Francis Ngannou to stay in the UFC, but encourages his Xtreme Couture teammate to go after the most lucrative fight in free…
Ciryl Gane explains why Francis Ngannou would’ve been an ‘easier’ opponent for Jon Jones
Ciryl Gane says he poses a greater threat to Jon Jones than Francis Ngannou. The UFC announced that the former champion would return to the…
Coach ‘50/50’ on Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones happening in March
Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones could be set to face off in the Octagon as early as March, according to Ngannou’s head coach Erick Nicksick.…
The MMA Depressed-us: Former teammates – Ngannou vs. Gane
The final week of the holiday UFC hiatus is upon us. Which means one more episode of the MMA Depressed-us before the world’s largest MMA…
Chael Sonnen: Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones is ‘the biggest fight’ in ‘our industry’
Former three-time UFC title challenger turned MMA analyst and podcast host Chael Sonnen believes a potential heavyweight matchup between Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou would…