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Francis Ngannou has a strong claim to being the baddest man on the planet. ‘The Predator’ by name and nature; talking his prey and unleashing heavy bombs has contributed to an over-94 % finish rate.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 30

Francis Ngannou could be the GOAT if he returns to MMA, claims coach

Francis Ngannou has an undeniable legacy in MMA. Aside from an early-career defeat, Ngannou has lost only twice: once to Stipe Miocic and once to Derrick Lewis.

MMA News / The Body Lock / September 29

Francis Ngannou Could Be MMA’s Greatest Ever, Says His Coach

Coach Eric Nicksick believes Francis Ngannou could be the greatest MMA fighter ever with more cage time Ngannou has been competing in both MMA and boxing

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / September 28

Francis Ngannou’s coach ‘selfishly’ admits there is only one real regret about former UFC stars decisions

Eric Nicksick has opened up about MMA star Francis Ngannou and something that he desired to see more of from the former UFC heavyweight champion. Francis Ngannou is currently a free agent after the 40-year-old Cameroonian and French MMA fighter left the Professional Fighters League (PFL) back in March.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 15

UFC legend defends Francis Ngannou amid Dana White feud

Francis Ngannou and Dana White‘s public feud has intensified. The disdain between the two parties was common knowledge, and both sides have had a patchy relationship for some time.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 13

Francis Ngannou and Dana White continue social media spat

Francis Ngannou and Dana White have reignited their years-long feud. ‘The Predator’ hasn’t enjoyed the best of a kinship with the UFC, and that has only worsened since leaving the promotion.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 13

Ngannou Fires Back After White Shuts Down UFC Return

Francis Ngannou has fired back at Dana White's latest refusal to discuss a UFC return, posting on X that the promoter needs to accept their split as permanent.

MMA News / TWSN / September 12

Dana White vs Francis Ngannou: The Bad, The Ugly...

NEW YORK — Dana White’s recent appearance on Shannon Sharpe’s Nightcap brought up a topic that, though EXTREMELY tired and monotonous, needs to be hashed

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 12

Francis Ngannou Reveals 3-Year Legal Ordeal Against UFC After Dana White Clears Stance on His Return

Dana White has once again slammed the door on any possibility of Francis Ngannou returning to the UFC. During his recent appearance on the Nightcap show, the head honcho made it clear that he has no desire to do business with a “bad guy” like the Cameroonian.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 11

Francis Ngannou shares fiery response to Dana White

Tempers are flaring between Francis Ngannou and Dana White. Historically, ‘The Predator’ hasn’t had a publicly smooth relationship with any of his employers, and the UFC CEO is no different.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / September 11

Ngannou Fires Back At White After 'Bad Guy' Remark

Francis Ngannou fired back at Dana White after the UFC CEO reignited their long-running feud with fresh personal attacks this week. White recently described Ngannou as a bad person and said he refuses to work with such individuals, according to MMA Fighting.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / September 11

Dana White reveals all about 'bad guy' Francis Ngannou

Dana White hasn’t kept his hate for Francis Ngannou private. Once praising him as the baddest man on the planet, White quickly rescinded those comments and had a complete change of heart toward the Cameroonian.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / September 11

'He’s a Bad Guy': Dana White Stands Firm on Never Working With Francis Ngannou

There’s a saying that “time heals everything,” which is mostly true in usual cases. But that’s definitely not the case when it comes to Dana White and Francis Ngannou’s rift.

Fury Says He Didn't Train Seriously For Ngannou

Tyson Fury says he never took his 2023 split decision win over Francis Ngannou seriously enough to train properly, despite Ngannou dropping him during the bout.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 18

Francis Ngannou cashed in on UFC Freedom 250 with bet on Justin Gaethje

Justin Gaethje entered the UFC Freedom 250 main event as a heavy underdog to then-champion Ilia Topuria. At 6 to 1 odds, there was money to be made with

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MMA News / HITC / May 17

From KO king to generous giant—Francis Ngannou surprises opponent with $100,000 gift

Francis Ngannou showed his charitable side after picking up a dominant win at the weekend. The ex-UFC heavyweight champion made a statement by brutally stopping Philipe Lins during Netflix’s debut MMA card.

MMA News / HITC / May 17

Francis Ngannou’s purse dwarfs Philipe Lins’ pay on MVP’s Netflix card

Francis Ngannou returned to MMA on 16 May as one of the biggest attractions on MVP’s first major MMA card for Netflix, alongside Ronda Rousey. His position on the show mattered.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 17

Francis Ngannou Flattens Philipe Lins, Calls Out Jon Jones After Brutal KO

INGLEWOOD, Calif. — Francis Ngannou reminded the combat sports world Saturday night why he remains one of the most terrifying punchers in MMA history. Competing on the stacked Rousey vs.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 17

Francis Ngannou beats Philipe Lins by KO in round 1 at MVP MMA 1

Francis Ngannou stopped Philipe Lins by knockout in the first round at MVP MMA 1, extending his heavyweight run with a decisive finish. The Cameroonian needed less than five minutes to dispatch the Brazilian debutant, moving his record to 19-3 with 14 knockouts.

MMA News / EssentiallySports / May 14

Francis Ngannou Opens Up on Heartbreaking Trauma of Losing His Son: 'Everything Is Falling Apart'

Francis Ngannou has spent the majority of his career being viewed as one of the most terrifying men in combat sports. Knockouts, heavyweight titles, and raw power defined his identity for years.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / May 13

Francis Ngannou Opens Up About Son's Tragic Passing and His Journey of Regret

On an episode of his “DC Show” podcast on YouTube, former UFC heavyweight champion Daniel “DC” Cormier sat down with fellow former UFC heavyweight champion Francis “The Predator” Ngannou for an extended interview ahead of his fight against Philipe Lins for the Ronda Rousey vs.

MMA News / HITC / April 23

Francis Ngannou says UFC fighters lack the courage to pursue free agency

Francis Ngannou knows he’s gone down a path most fighters wouldn’t choose, especially considering how things have played out since 2023. Ngannou left the UFC in early 2023 after a lengthy contract dispute.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 22

Francis Ngannou on Free Agency Gamble: 'You Have to Be Strong Enough to Bet on Yourself'

Francis Ngannou made the leap most fighters only talk about and he’s still reaping the rewards. From leaving the UFC as heavyweight champion to signing a lucrative deal with Professional Fighters League, to stepping into the boxing ring with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, Ngannou has turned free agency into a blueprint for success.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / March 16

Francis Ngannou: Family Comes Before Legacy

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou isn’t concerned with criticism surrounding the recent direction of his career. As he prepares for his return to MMA against Philipe Lins on May 16 at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, Ngannou says the conversation about his “legacy” misses the point entirely.

MMA News / HITC / March 14

Mirko Cro Cop offered fight with Francis Ngannou years after retiring due to health issues

Mirko Cro Cop had a brilliant response when he was offered a fight against Francis Ngannou. Ngannou is set to return to MMA as the co-main event of Most Valuable Promotions’ card on May 16.