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Dana White’s Allegations Against Francis Ngannou Takes a New Twist as Insider Makes Honest Confession

It is not news that Francis Ngannou is not a favorite in the UFC. In fact, UFC boss Dana White alleged that ‘The Predator’ initiated a physical altercation inside the promotion’s office after a $50K fight bonus snub.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 16

Dana White Told to Pick a Lane as His Francis Ngannou Stories Highlight Hypocrisy

Dana White doesn’t usually blur his lines. When a relationship ends in the UFC, it is loud and clear. Francis Ngannou‘s exit initially followed a predictable pattern.

MMA News / HITC / December 15

Tom Aspinall opens door to surprise route to face Francis Ngannou outside the UFC

Tom Aspinall has suggested that a change in sport might be the only way he ever gets to fight Francis Ngannou. The fight did not happen during Ngannou’s time with the UFC, as Aspinall was still making his way up.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 15

PFL CEO John Martin reveals Francis Ngannou comeback talks as challenger emerges

Francis Ngannou and Vadim Nemkov was a fight the PFL were eyeing before the Russian’s massive win at PFL Lyon. The former Bellator champion crowned himself the official PFL heavyweight champion on Friday night with an impressive victory over 2023 Tournament winner Renan Ferreira in Lyon.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 14

Francis Ngannou reacts with a strong message after PFL heavyweight title fight decided his opponent

It looks like Francis Ngannou finally knows who he will fight next. The former UFC heavyweight champion has competed just once in the cage since exiting MMA’s leading promotion at the start of 2023.

MMA News / HITC / December 14

Francis Ngannou linked to new MMA bout following PFL heavyweight title decision

Francis Ngannou looks set to have an opponent lined up for his return to MMA after over a year. ‘The Predator’ has not been in the cage since knocking out Renan Ferreira back in October 2024.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 13

Francis Ngannou’s next MMA opponent becomes clear as PFL heavyweight champion is crowned

Francis Ngannou appears to have an opponent for his next MMA fight. The former UFC heavyweight champion hasn’t fought since quickly knocking out Renan Ferreira in October 2024.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 13

Francis Ngannou has something ‘very special’ in the works for his MMA return

Francis Ngannou has been away from the cage for over a year. The former UFC heavyweight champion has competed just once since exiting MMA’s biggest stage in pursuit of better contractual terms and the freedom to box.

MMA News / Stadium Rant / December 12

The PFL Desperately Needs Francis Ngannou To Return, But Will He?

This Saturday, the PFL has its final big event of 2025 in Lyon, France. In the main event, Vadim Nemkov and Renan Ferreira compete for the inaugural heavyweight title.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Dana White Gives Clear Verdict on Francis Ngannou’s UFC Return After His White House Demand

The heated saga between Francis Ngannou and Dana White shows no signs of ending. Just last month, UFC CEO grabbed headlines by calling the former heavyweight champion “not a good guy.” On the Flagrant podcast, White claimed that Ngannou once physically assaulted him in his office after the promotion withheld a bonus.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

Dana White issues brutal response to Francis Ngannou comeback question after PFL contract claim

Francis Ngannou could become an MMA free agent in 2026. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been under the PFL banner since 2022, having joined the promotion after a lengthy contractual dispute with Dana White’s organization concluded with the Cameroonian’s exit.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 11

6ft 8in giant stunned fans by doing one thing after he KO’d the first man to beat Tom Aspinall

Renan Ferreira proved he was more than just a vicious knockout artist in August 2021. The 6ft 8in Brazilian squared off against Stuart Austin on the undercard of a PFL event in Hollywood, Florida.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / December 11

Francis Ngannou Shrugs Off Dana White’s Accusations: 'I Just Want Peace'

Francis Ngannou isn’t interested in revisiting old battles especially not with UFC CEO Dana White. Weeks after White accused the former UFC heavyweight

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MMA News / FirstSportz / December 11

Watch: Francis Ngannou’s Reaction Responding to Dana White’s ‘Physical Attack’ Accusation Goes Viral

The dispute between Francis Ngannou and Dana White has always drawn attention within mixed martial arts circles. Allegations of a physical altercation between the former UFC heavyweight champion and the UFC CEO have resurfaced.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Francis Ngannou Defends Both Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane in Eye-Poke Controversy as He Predicts Rematch

Francis Ngannou has stepped in as the voice of reason. The calm after the chaos comes on the heels of UFC 321’s abrupt and unsatisfying ending. Fans waited weeks for the showdown, only to get 4:35 of action before Ciryl Gane accidentally poked Tom Aspinall in the eye, bringing the highly anticipated fight to a screeching halt.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / December 11

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou: 'I need a fight'

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou left the organization in early 2023 after failing to come to terms on a new contract. "The Predator" became a free agent and inked a deal with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and landed lucrative boxing bouts. Four months after severing ties with the UFC, Ngannou signed a deal with the PFL.

Francis Ngannou Reveals Why He Refused 'Easy Money' Fight Against Jake Paul

For most boxers, there’s no such thing as an easy fight. Every time they step into the ring, they gamble with their lives. But for someone like Francis Ngannou, a matchup with Jake Paul would have been exactly that—easy.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / December 11

Francis Ngannou Gives Final Verdict on UFC Return Amid Refusal to Entertain Dana White’s Assault Allegations

Francis Ngannou has spent nearly three years outside the UFC, yet somehow, the shadow of his departure still looms over every conversation about his future.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 10

Francis Ngannou confirms PFL contract ends before the UFC White House event while opening up on regrets

Francis Ngannou’s relationship with Dana White and the UFC has been well documented. While fans have hoped of seeing the former UFC heavyweight champion make a return to the Octagon at some point, this still looks highly unlikely.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / December 9

Francis Ngannou shocked everyone by winning UFC fight with a move that he has not repeated

Francis Ngannou took home a bonus for this surprising finish nine years ago today. Not many have established themselves as a feared knockout artist quite like Ngannou has during a 12-year stint in combat sports.

MMA News / HITC / November 19

Ex-UFC staffer calls Francis Ngannou a ‘terror’ after Dana White’s recent claim

Francis Ngannou and the UFC split in January 2023 after a long stretch of issues between him and the organisation. Since then, Ngannou hasn’t held back in criticising some of Dana White’s comments about him.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / November 19

Dana White recounts the time Francis Ngannou tried to physically bully him

UFC CEO Dana White and former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou have had tumultuous relationship over the years, but the extent of it we didn't know. Ngannou arrived in the UFC in late 2015 with an intimidating physique, a movie-worthy backstory, and a cargo ship full of punching power.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / November 10