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White reveals he wanted Ngannou to lose to Ciryl Gane in his final UFC bout
sports27 days ago

White reveals he wanted Ngannou to lose to Ciryl Gane in his final UFC bout

Dana White said on the Big Boy Podcast that he wanted Francis Ngannou to lose his final UFC fight against Ciryl Gane, and suggested Ngannou wouldn’t receive the belt after the fight. He didn’t enter the post‑fight cage and had already left the arena. White also said Ngannou is blacklisted by him and that he wouldn’t work with him again, even when asked about a Ngannou–Jones super fight, likening Ngannou to Oscar De La Hoya in terms of future collaboration.

via Bloody Elbow|
#ciryl-gane#dana-white#francis-ngannou
Ngannou Fires Back After White Admits He Wanted Him to Lose
sports27 days ago

Ngannou Fires Back After White Admits He Wanted Him to Lose

Francis Ngannou has publicly pushed back after Dana White admitted he hoped Ngannou would lose his final UFC bout to Ciryl Gane; White has repeatedly criticized Ngannou and claimed to blacklist him, while Ngannou argues White did everything to keep him from freedom after years of legal battles. Since leaving the UFC in 2022, Ngannou has fought four times (including boxing bouts with Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua) and is now a leading figure for MVP MMA, which is pursuing a merger with the PFL.

via bloodyelbow.com|
#ciryl-gane#dana-white#francis-ngannou
Fury says Ngannou bout was treated as exhibition, not a real fight
sports1 month ago

Fury says Ngannou bout was treated as exhibition, not a real fight

Tyson Fury says his Oct 2023 crossover with Francis Ngannou was treated as an exhibition and that he undertrained, despite Ngannou dropping him in Round 3 before Fury won a disputed split decision; Fury claims Ngannou fought seriously while he viewed it as a game, notes Wilder hits harder than Ngannou, and points to Ngannou’s 2024 loss to Anthony Joshua as part of the crossover narrative.

via MMA Fighting|
#boxing#crossovers#francis-ngannou
Rousey-Carano headlined MVP MMA debut ends in swift fashion, leaving questions about the promotion’s future
sports4 months ago

Rousey-Carano headlined MVP MMA debut ends in swift fashion, leaving questions about the promotion’s future

Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds via armbar to headline MVP MMA’s Netflix-backed debut, which also featured Mike Perry’s dominating win over Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou’s power finish. The event drew mixed reviews for pacing, production, and star power, with debates about viewership numbers and whether MVP can sustain momentum. Some praise focused on standout performances (like Salahdine Parnasse), while others warned the venture needs a clearer lineup, a refreshed broadcast team, and strong follow-up cards to avoid fizzing out after a high-profile hype cycle. If Netflix backs it and MVP builds real stars, there may be a future; otherwise, it risks being a one-off.

via MMA Fighting|
#francis-ngannou#gina-carano#mvp-mma
Jake Paul accuses UFC of hijacking Ngannou's walkout with McGregor reveal
sports4 months ago

Jake Paul accuses UFC of hijacking Ngannou's walkout with McGregor reveal

Jake Paul slammed UFC for announcing Conor McGregor’s return during Francis Ngannou’s MVP MMA walkout, accusing the promotion of trying to steal the spotlight from the Netflix event. The piece highlights Dana White’s media strategy, includes Ronda Rousey’s take on the move, and notes McGregor’s July 11 bout with Max Holloway at UFC 329, while Ngannou heads into his MVP MMA fight.

via Awful Announcing|
#conor-mcgregor#dana-white#francis-ngannou
Jones seeks UFC exit as Paul reveals private backstage talks
sports4 months ago

Jones seeks UFC exit as Paul reveals private backstage talks

Jon Jones attended MVP MMA on Netflix and used the broadcast to reiterate his frustration with UFC contract constraints, telling Jake Paul he wants to leave to pursue a fight with Francis Ngannou. Paul later disclosed a private backstage conversation in which Jones expressed being upset about not being a free agent, underscoring ongoing tensions over fighters’ autonomy and potential future crossovers.

via Bloody Elbow|
#francis-ngannou#jake-paul#jon-jones
Jones Seeks UFC Exit to Face Ngannou, But Retirement Feels Closer
sports4 months ago

Jones Seeks UFC Exit to Face Ngannou, But Retirement Feels Closer

Jon Jones says he would like to fight Francis Ngannou but would need to exit his UFC contract (potentially via MVP MMA); he now believes he’s likely fought his last bout and has 'no reason to fight anymore,' and noted Dana White isn’t inclined to do business with Ngannou, making the matchup unlikely unless a non-UFC route is possible. He also praised Ngannou’s win while acknowledging the heavyweight ruler’s size advantage in the latest bout.

via MMA Fighting|
#francis-ngannou#jon-jones#mma
Ngannou gifts $100K POTN bonus to rival after Netflix knockout
sports4 months ago

Ngannou gifts $100K POTN bonus to rival after Netflix knockout

Francis Ngannou knocked out Philipe Lins at Netflix’s first MMA event and surprised everyone by donating his $100,000 Performance of the Night bonus to Lins, praising him as underestimated. The California commission noted Ngannou earned at least $1.5 million from the card, with potential for more, as Netflix’s MMA venture looks to continue fueling high‑paying bouts.

via Bloody Elbow|
#donation#francis-ngannou#netflix-mma