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Francis Ngannou eyes fight with 48-year-old heavyweight legend after confirming boxing return
The former UFC heavyweight champion famously dropped Tyson Fury in his October 2023 ring debut. A controversial split decision defeat against ‘The Gypsy King’ was enough to earn him another big boxing bout against Anthony Joshua, who ruthlessly knocked Ngannou out cold when they clashed in April 2024.
Francis Ngannou reveals thoughts on potential fight between Jake Paul, Canelo Alvarez
Francis Ngannou has quietly moved on from the UFC but still follows combat sports, even as a PFL Superfight Champion. In doing so, Ngannou has kept his eye on t
Three boxing fights Francis Ngannou is eyeing in 2025
Following high-profile losses to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, Ngannou is determined to reset and explore new opportunities in the sport.
Why Daniel Cormier is concerned with Francis Ngannou returning to boxing
Ngannou’s boxing debut surprised many when he lost a controversial decision to Tyson Fury in October 2023. His performance had many predicting that he would beat Anthony Joshua, but “The Predator” was knocked out in brutal fashion in Round 2 of their boxing match in March.
Francis Ngannou expects boxing fight next, lists 3 ex-champs — or Rico Verhoeven — as top options
When Ngannou returned to MMA this past October after nearly three years away, he wasted little time reaffirming his place as one of the best heavyweights in the world, smashing through Renan Ferreira for a first-round knockout in his PFL debut. Immediately, the question became: What's next?
Francis Ngannou’s Fight for Freedom: Why the UFC’s Biggest Star Walked Away
Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, made headlines with his departure from the UFC in January 2023, citing a desire for freedom and
Francis Ngannou confirms return to boxing and predicts ‘somebody will go to sleep’ if he books ideal opponent
"I hit harder," Lineal UFC champ and PFL champ Francis Ngannou plans to box Deontay Wilder in a fight that would see someone 'go to sleep.'
PFL CEO: All Options on the Table for Francis Ngannou
The most important member of the Professional Fighters League roster could take his combat sports career in a variety of directions, all while handling his duties as chairman of PFL Africa.
UFC legend shares major concern for Francis Ngannou’s potential return to boxing
Francis Ngannou has made his intentions to return to boxing clear, but UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier believes it's a big risk.
Francis Ngannou Names Surprise Opponent as an 'Option' in Boxing
Francis Ngannou has named a surprise opponent as a possible option as he plots his return to the boxing ring. The former UFC champion took part in a two-fight swing in which he dropped Tyson Fury to create one of the most iconic combat sports images of the modern era,
UFC Legend Worried For Francis Ngannou In Potential Deontay Wilder Fight
Francis Ngannou has already expressed interest in taking on Deontay Wilder in boxing. Ngannou is a former UFC heavyweight champion and currently holds the PFL heavyweight title. He is also one of the scariest knockout artists across combat sports.
Francis Ngannou names Wladimir Klitschko on outrageous fight hit-list including kickboxing king
Francis Ngannou has declared he would entertain a showdown with Wladimir Klitschko when naming options for his next fight.
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UFC legend is worried about Francis Ngannou, claiming the PFL star 'looked lost' in savage Anthony Joshua knockout loss amid talks to fight Deontay Wilder
Ngannou has since gone back to MMA and recorded a first-round stoppage win over Brazil's Renan Ferreira in the PFL ... hurt Francis Ngannou, but when it happened in the [Anthony Joshua] ...
Francis Ngannou name-drops unstoppable former champion for eventual MMA return
Bigger-name opponents for him in boxing, Ngannou is intrigued by a fight with former Bellator Light Heavyweight Champion ...
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Ngannou Blames Dana White For Jon Jones Fight Failure
Francis Ngannou has put the blame on Dana White for the Jon Jones fight not happening. Ngannou against Jones is one of the ...
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Francis Ngannou blasts Dana White for killing his dream UFC fight, "a massive obstacle"
Francis Ngannou blames UFC boss Dana White for blocking a heavyweight superfight. Discover the explosive details behind the ...