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UFC interim champion Tom Aspinall and Francis Ngannou have recently traded verbal shots. Both have incredible knockout power, but their budding rivalry hinges on their respective promotions.

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Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira fight explained: Why 'The Predator' is not competing in UFC on Saturday

Ngannou returns for his first MMA fight since January 2022 when he takes part in PFL's Battle of the Giants in Saudi Arabia

Francis Ngannou News / CBSSPorts.com / October 17

Why Francis Ngannou's return to MMA feels like a make-or-break moment in PFL's future

PFL gave Ngannou everything he asked for, but the 'Predator' has yet to deliver for them in a huge year for the promotion

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 16

PFL Battle of Giants Betting Preview: Has Time Passed Francis Ngannou By?

Francis Ngannou is being asked to carry a pay-per-view card for the PFL during one of the toughest stretches of his career. While Ngannou has never done better financially, his foray into boxing has taken some of the shine off his mystique.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / October 16

PFL Battle of the Giants: Three must-see fights beyond Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira in the main event

Ngannou vs. Ferreira is one of three title fights on Saturday's PFL card

MMA News / Sporting News / October 16

Dan Hardy breaks down Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira at PFL: Battle of the Giants

PFL Head of Fighter Operations gives his take on the upcoming PFL Super Fights heavyweight title bout between Francis Ngannou and Renan Ferreira.

MMA News / FirstSportz / October 16

Francis Ngannou willing to show $30 million+ receipts that dwarfs Dana White’s offer

Since Francis Ngannou departed from the UFC, Dana White has consistently downplayed Ngannou’s new ventures in boxing. Despite White’s dismissive attitude, Ngannou has made it clear that he isn’t bothered by the UFC boss’ opinions.

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 15

Tom Aspinall Rips Francis Ngannou’s PFL Opposition: ‘The Elite Guys Are in the UFC'

Who's the baddest man on the planet? That could be a three-way tie between UFC Heavyweight Champions Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall and Francis Ngannou. The latter never lost his title to anyone, deciding to vacate the belt to pursue free agency once his UFC contract was up in 2023.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 15

Ngannou Says He Is The Underdog Against Ferreira – ‘Look At His Grappling’

Francis Ngannou says he feels like an underdog coming into his October 19 fight against Renan Ferreira. Ngannou will have his first MMA fight since knocking out Ciryl Gane at UFC 270 in 2022.

MMA News / Sporting News / October 14

Francis Ngannou on PFL debut, his greatest victory, retirement plans and leaving nothing in the tank

Ahead of his first MMA fight in over two-and-a-half years, Francis Ngannou remains a man motivated to do what he’s always done - break down barriers and overcome the odds.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 13

Ngannou’s Coach Blasts The Promo For His Fighter’s PFL Debut

Francis Ngannou’s coach, Eric Nicksick, had plenty to say about his fighter’s upcoming bout with Renan Ferreira on October 19. It would be the first fight that Ngannou has had since leaving the UFC after knocking out Ciryl Gane at UFC 270.

MMA News / MMA on SI / October 10

Is PFL Promoting Francis Ngannou Wrong?

The lineal heavyweight UFC champion of the world, Francis Ngannou, is set to make his return to MMA next week, when he headlines the PFL's 'Brace for Impact' event on October 19.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / October 10

Ngannou Hits Back At Dana White Over Pay Claims

Francis Ngannou has hit back at Dana White’s comments, which claimed that the MMA fighter did not get paid as much as was claimed, for his boxing bouts.

MMA News / CBSSPorts.com / October 9

Francis Ngannou dismisses Dana White's claims about the fighter's financial success in boxing: 'That's a lie'

Ngannou responds to White's claims that Ngannou would have earned more money by staying in the UFC

MMA News / Ringside Intel / September 18

PFL Founder Declares War On UFC, States Upcoming Francis Ngannou, Cris Cyborg Card Is ‘Biggest Event Possible’

PFL founder Donn Davis believes in his promotion, much like Dana White has pushed the UFC over the years. Now, as the PFL prepares for one of its biggest events to date, they are taking aim at the top spot.

MMA News / MMA on SI / September 17

Bellator Title Rematch Added to Ngannou vs. Ferreira PFL Event

The PFL Super Fights: Battle of the Giants event in October has officially added a huge Bellator title fight. Headlined by former UFC Heavyweight Champion

MMA News / Dice City Sports / August 27

Did Francis Ngannou Avoid Jon Jones?

Francis Ngannou was stripped of the UFC heavyweight title in January 2023 and became an unrestricted free agent shortly after. Jon Jones shortly after made his much anticipated move up to heavyweight and fought for the vacant title.

MMA News / Wrestling on SI / August 8

Francis Ngannou Making PFL Debut in October–But It Won’t Be Easy

Welcome to The Weekly Takedown, Sports Illustrated’s in-depth look at MMA. Every week, this column offers insight and information on the most noteworthy stories in the fight world.

MMA News / Yardbarker / August 7

Pair of PFL stars set to make long-awaited debuts in October

The PFL has finally announced fight dates for Francis Ngannou and Cris Cyborg.

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MMA News / MMA on SI / July 10

PFL Africa to Launch in 2025, Ex-UFC Champ Francis Ngannou Announced as Chairman

The PFL has taken another huge step in its plans for world expansion with the announcement that PFL Africa will officially launch next year. Bellator News:

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 30

Francis Ngannou 15 Month Old Son Dies

Former UFC heavyweight champion and professional boxer Francis Ngannou publicly mourned the death of his 15-month-old son on Monday Afternoon. Ngannou, 37, wrote a tribute to his son Kobe, on his social media platforms after the news broke in his home country of Cameroon.