Forget Jon Jones, the Real Heavyweight UFC Champ Fights Next Month

While many MMA fans debate Jon Jones' title defense against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 and whether Tom Aspinall is the deserving challenger, another event flies under the radar.

Ngannou Is the Lineal Heavyweight UFC Champion

In boxing, the lineal champion is often described as "the man who beat the man." In MMA, specifically the UFC, that man is Francis Ngannou. Although Jon Jones currently holds the UFC heavyweight title, its true lineage traces back to Ngannou. He never lost the title in the cage—he vacated it. Until someone defeats him in MMA, Ngannou's lineal reign remains intact.

Ngannou vs. Ferreira at the Battle of the Giants

Until his defeat in MMA, Ngannou can be safely regarded as the greatest heavyweight on Earth. He fights next month on October 19 at PFL's first-ever super-fight event, 'Battle of The Giants'.