Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian-French professional fighter who competes in mixed martial arts (MMA) and boxing. He is currently signed with the Professional Fighters League (PFL), where he holds the inaugural Super Fights Heavyweight Championship. Ngannou previously fought in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) from 2015 to 2022, capturing and later departing as the UFC Heavyweight Champion.
He is widely recognized for his exceptional punching power, which established him as one of the most formidable strikers in combat sports history. During his UFC tenure, Ngannou earned a reputation for his devastating knockouts, ending multiple fights within the first two minutes of the opening round. This ability has cemented his status as a lineal heavyweight champion in MMA and a significant figure in the heavyweight boxing scene.
Recently, Ngannou has been in the news following allegations from UFC CEO Dana White. According to recent reports, White has claimed that a past physical altercation occurred between them during the height of their contractual disputes. These allegations have brought renewed attention to the historical tensions surrounding Ngannou's high-profile departure from the UFC.
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