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fromSherdog
3 days ago

Canelo Alvarez, Francis Ngannou react to Usyk's controversial win over Verhoeven

Usyk stopped Rico Verhoeven in the 11th round after an uppercut, with a late referee stoppage sparking disagreement between Canelo and Ngannou.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Francis Ngannou encounters first MMA promoter at MVP event

Ngannou met his first promoter Chafourier and recalled early pay, including a free tournament and a 2,000-euro second-fight payout.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Fabricio Werdum: Robelis Despaigne will knock out Francis Ngannou

Robelis Despaigne defeated Junior dos Santos by first-round KO, and Fabricio Werdum questioned dos Santos’s reported $80,000 payout while predicting a Despaigne vs. Ngannou matchup outcome.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Ronda Rousey scores 17-second armbar on Gina Carano in MVP Netflix headliner

Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds with an armbar, while Mike Perry won a cut-induced TKO over Nate Diaz.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Philipe Lins: I'm going to 'shock the world' against Francis Ngannou

Stubborn perseverance through setbacks led Philipe Lins from early success to a PFL championship and a $1 million win, now facing Francis Ngannou.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Fabricio Werdum: Robelis Despaigne will knock out Francis Ngannou

Robelis Despaigne defeated Junior dos Santos by first-round KO, and Fabricio Werdum questioned dos Santos’s reported $80,000 payout while predicting a Despaigne vs. Ngannou matchup outcome.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Former Bellator champion felt 'disrespected' on MVP MMA card

Jake Paul’s MVP card left Jason Jackson feeling underappreciated after his fight aired on YouTube and he believed he deserved a performance bonus instead of Francis Ngannou.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Jon Jones praises MVP promotion as 'better than the UFC'

MVP’s first MMA card at the Intuit Dome impressed Jon Jones, who called it better than UFC events and praised its production and fighters.
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fromCageside Press
1 week ago

MVP MMA: Francis Ngannou Smokes Philipe Lins

Francis Ngannou returned to MMA with a first-round KO of Philipe Lins, improving to 19-3 and signaling potential future fights with Jon Jones.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Ronda Rousey scores 17-second armbar on Gina Carano in MVP Netflix headliner

Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds with an armbar, while Mike Perry won a cut-induced TKO over Nate Diaz.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Philipe Lins: I'm going to 'shock the world' against Francis Ngannou

Stubborn perseverance through setbacks led Philipe Lins from early success to a PFL championship and a $1 million win, now facing Francis Ngannou.
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fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Francis Ngannou Envisions a Way for Jon Jones to Escape UFC

Francis Ngannou knocked out Philipe Lins in his Netflix MMA debut and now eyes a potential fight with Jon Jones.
fromSherdog
1 week ago
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Jon Jones hopes to end UFC contract for Francis Ngannou fight

Jon Jones wants a fight with Francis Ngannou and believes MVP is the only viable path if he can exit his UFC contract.
fromSherdog
11 months ago
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Francis Ngannou Responds to Jon Jones Regarding Potential Super Fight

Interest remains for a potential fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, two heavyweight champions in separate promotions.
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fromSherdog
1 week ago

Jon Jones thinks he would 'surprise a lot of people' in boxing

Jon Jones wants to transition to boxing and believes he can secure a UFC release through proper channels.
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fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Francis Ngannou Envisions a Way for Jon Jones to Escape UFC

Francis Ngannou knocked out Philipe Lins in his Netflix MMA debut and now eyes a potential fight with Jon Jones.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 week ago

Jon Jones hopes to end UFC contract for Francis Ngannou fight

Jon Jones wants a fight with Francis Ngannou and believes MVP is the only viable path if he can exit his UFC contract.
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fromSherdog
11 months ago

Francis Ngannou Responds to Jon Jones Regarding Potential Super Fight

Interest remains for a potential fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones, two heavyweight champions in separate promotions.
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fromCageside Press
1 week ago

MVP MMA: Rousey vs. Carano Post-Fight Press Conference Live Stream

Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano headlined MVP MMA on Netflix at the Intuit Dome, with Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz also featured to drive viewership and future events.
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fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Rousey, Carano, Ngannou and More Show Off Moves at MVP MMA Open Workouts

Rousey vs. Carano headlines MVP MMA on Netflix, but the event must overcome skepticism about aging star power and fading momentum.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 week ago

MVP MMA: Rousey vs. Carano Post-Fight Press Conference Live Stream

Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano headlined MVP MMA on Netflix at the Intuit Dome, with Francis Ngannou and Nate Diaz also featured to drive viewership and future events.
MMA
fromCageside Press
1 week ago

Rousey, Carano, Ngannou and More Show Off Moves at MVP MMA Open Workouts

Rousey vs. Carano headlines MVP MMA on Netflix, but the event must overcome skepticism about aging star power and fading momentum.
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fromSherdog
4 weeks ago

Sean Strickland gives Francis Ngannou hilarious reason for carrying gun

So Francis asked me once why I carry a gun. I told him, 'Look in the mirror.'
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fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou breaks down Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane

Francis Ngannou predicts Ciryl Gane's speed may challenge Alex Pereira's strength in their upcoming interim heavyweight title fight.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou breaks down Alex Pereira vs. Cyril Gane

Francis Ngannou predicts Ciryl Gane's speed may challenge Alex Pereira's strength in their upcoming interim heavyweight title fight.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou 'heartbroken' after watching Israel Adesanya lose at UFC Seattle

Francis Ngannou expressed heartbreak over Israel Adesanya's loss, highlighting the sport's unforgiving nature despite effort and skill.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou breaks down Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane

Francis Ngannou predicts Ciryl Gane's speed may challenge Alex Pereira's strength in their upcoming interim heavyweight title fight.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou breaks down Alex Pereira vs. Cyril Gane

Francis Ngannou predicts Ciryl Gane's speed may challenge Alex Pereira's strength in their upcoming interim heavyweight title fight.
MMA
fromSherdog
1 month ago

Francis Ngannou 'heartbroken' after watching Israel Adesanya lose at UFC Seattle

Francis Ngannou expressed heartbreak over Israel Adesanya's loss, highlighting the sport's unforgiving nature despite effort and skill.
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fromSherdog
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou claims PFL split was not his decision

Francis Ngannou's relationship with PFL ended unexpectedly, with Ngannou claiming he was unaware of the public announcement of his release.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou wanted to fulfill remainder of PFL contract

Francis Ngannou's contract issues with PFL led to a split, delaying his anticipated fights.
MMA
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Combat star Francis Ngannou released by PFL, now a free agent

The PFL and Francis Ngannou officially ended their partnership after Ngannou competed in only one fight for the organization in October 2024.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou claims PFL split was not his decision

Francis Ngannou's relationship with PFL ended unexpectedly, with Ngannou claiming he was unaware of the public announcement of his release.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou wanted to fulfill remainder of PFL contract

Francis Ngannou's contract issues with PFL led to a split, delaying his anticipated fights.
MMA
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Combat star Francis Ngannou released by PFL, now a free agent

The PFL and Francis Ngannou officially ended their partnership after Ngannou competed in only one fight for the organization in October 2024.
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MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

MVP 'Rousey vs. Carano' odds: Heavy favorites in main, co-main events

Ronda Rousey is a -500 favorite against Gina Carano in Most Valuable Promotions' inaugural MMA card on May 16 at Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou: MVP Originally Offered Rico Verhoeven

Francis Ngannou departed the PFL after months of negotiations and now fights Philipe Lins for Jake Paul's MVP promotion on May 16.
MMA
fromESPN.com
2 months ago

Ex-UFC, PFL champ Ngannou to return on MVP's inaugural MMA card

Francis Ngannou returns to MMA on May 16 facing Philipe Lins as co-main event to Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on Netflix through Most Valuable Promotions.
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fromCageside Press
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou, PFL Part Ways

The Professional Fighters League released former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou after a three-year partnership, ending their high-profile collaboration.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

PFL announces release of former heavyweight king Francis Ngannou

Professional Fighters League released Francis Ngannou after one competition, allowing him to pursue free agency in boxing and mixed martial arts.
MMA
fromCageside Press
2 months ago

Francis Ngannou, PFL Part Ways

The Professional Fighters League released former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou after a three-year partnership, ending their high-profile collaboration.
MMA
fromSherdog
2 months ago

PFL announces release of former heavyweight king Francis Ngannou

Professional Fighters League released Francis Ngannou after one competition, allowing him to pursue free agency in boxing and mixed martial arts.
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fromCageside Press
5 months ago

PFL Lyon: Nemkov and Cyborg's Return a Sign of Future Plans?

The most obvious: was he re-signed with the intention of creating a bout with the now enigmatic Francis Ngannou? The former Bellator light heavyweight champion rides a 13-fight win streak and his highlights go back even further to his days as part of RIZIN in Japan. If "The Predator" is going to be enticed to return by anyone on the PFL roster, it feels like Nemkov would be the top choice.
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fromCageside Press
6 months ago

Francis Ngannou Nixes Jake Paul Fight: "Don't Disrespect Me Like That"

Francis Ngannou rejected replacing Gervonta Davis against Jake Paul, citing significant weight difference, lack of sporting sense, and personal disinterest.
fromCageside Press
11 months ago

PFL Nashville: Jonathan Coachman Shuts Down Talk of Ngannou's Team Seeking UFC Return

"I really didn't know how the judges were going to score the takedowns. And Thad Jean was just on with the guys, and I thought it was a good quote, he said 'what's a takedown without damage?'"
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