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The Latest Breaking News from Francis Ngannou

Jones Opens Up on Return vs. Gane, Ngannou's UFC Release

The former light heavyweight champion is coming back for the vacant heavyweight title at UFC 285 after a three-year hiatus.

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Francis Ngannou reveals list of requests he made during UFC negotiations: ‘It’s not all about money’

No longer with the UFC, former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou explained why for the first time Tuesday.

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Francis Ngannou makes new offer to Tyson Fury for boxing clash after UFC exit

Francis Ngannou has been released from the UFC and vacated his heavyweight belt, which has cleared the path for a boxing showdown with long-term rival Tyson Fury

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Francis Ngannou breaks silence after giving up UFC heavyweight title

Francis Ngannou was the UFC heavyweight champion but was released by the promotion and vacated his belt after failing to agree a new deal following a year-long dispute

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Eddie Alvarez laughs off Dana White’s notion that Francis Ngannou is scared: ‘UFC simply lost the bid’

Former lightweight champion Eddie Alvarez blasted Dana White over his comments about Francis Ngannou's departure from the UFC.

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Eric Nicksick: Francis Ngannou didn’t leave the UFC because of money

Coach Eric Nicksick said Francis Ngannou didn't leave the UFC because of a dispute about money. It was about freedom.

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Francis Ngannou has lost at least $7million by not re-signing with UFC

The world heavyweight champion has relinquished his belt by deciding to leave MMA's No.1 promotion after failing to come to terms on a satisfactory deal with the company

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Jake Paul responds to Francis Ngannou giving up UFC heavyweight title

Paul is one of the most famous advocates for improved fighter pay, and frequently made his discomfort with Ngannou's low UFC payouts known during his time with the promotion

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‘Very stationary’ Jon Jones faces ‘more difficult style matchup’ vs Ciryl Gane

Cormier believes his former rival has a tougher test than Francis Ngannou at UFC 258

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Video: Will Francis Ngannou’s gamble to leave UFC pay off or backfire?

Francis Ngannou appears to have a plethora of options after parting ways with UFC, but his next move comes with a whole lot of risk.

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MMA Junkie Radio #3327: Reaction to Francis Ngannou’s UFC release, UFC Fight Night 217, more

Check out the latest episode of MMA Junkie Radio with "Gorgeous" George and "Goze."

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Daniel Cormier: Jon Jones might face more difficult style matchup in Ciryl Gane than Francis Ngannou

All Jon Jones had to worry about with Francis Ngannou was power, but Daniel Cormier says Ciryl Gane's skill set could be a problem at UFC 285.

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Ciryl Gane Inviting Kylian Mbappé and His Teammates to UFC 285

Plus, Stipe Miocic is poised to rumble for the heavyweight title. And diving deeper into the must-see March card.

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Ciryl Gane explains why Jon Jones can expect tougher fight than Francis Ngannou

The French heavyweight is primed to battle Jones for the vacant belt at UFC 285 in March after Francis Ngannou’s split with the promotional company

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Daniel Cormier: It’s ‘not true’ that Francis Ngannou left UFC to avoid Jon Jones

Daniel Cormier rejects the notion that Francis Ngannou parted ways with the UFC so he didn't have to fight Jon Jones.

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Spinning Back Clique: Francis Ngannou’s UFC exit opens door for Jones vs. Gane, more

Join us for this week's "Spinning Back Clique" discussing a big past week of news and developments in the UFC and Bellator.

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Former UFC champion calls for winner of Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane title fight

A vacant UFC heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane was announced this past weekend and former champion Stipe Miocic wants to face the winner

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Francis Ngannou offered fight in bare-knuckle boxing after UFC exit

It has now been officially confirmed that Francis Ngannou will leave the UFC and vacate his heavyweight title after failing to agree a new deal with the promotion

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Jon Jones backed to make triumphant return in UFC heavyweight debut

UFC icon Jon Jones has been tipped to look like a new fighter in his move to heavyweight after previously enduring some lacklustre performances at light-heavyweight

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Francis Ngannou warned he "will not survive" in boxing after shock UFC exit

Ngannou recently parted ways with the UFC after a lengthy contract dispute and has been told stepping foot into the ring for his next fight won't end well for him

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Francis Ngannou walking away from UFC, Jon Jones fight is both a commendable and frightening risk | Opinion

Did Francis Ngannou make a game-changing move or horrific career misstep by turning down a Jon Jones fight and leaving the UFC?

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Stipe Miocic calls for next UFC title shot after Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane: ‘I got winner in July’

Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic has largely remained silent on his fighting future, but that changed Sunday.

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BKFC will make Francis Ngannou an offer, says promotion president David Feldman

Bellator and PFL aren't the only ones expressing interest in Francis Ngannou.

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Jon Jones opens as betting underdog for UFC 285 title fight vs. Ciryl Gane

Jon Jones finds himself in unfamiliar territory heading into his UFC 285 heavyweight title fight with Ciryl Gane.

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What Ngannou's UFC Release and the Return of Jones Mean for MMA

UFC president Dana White rattled the fight world after the first card of 2023. Here's what to expect.

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