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Ex-UFC Champion Quinton Jackson Supports Idea of UFC 283 Fighters Striking Against Dana White for Francis Ngannou Decision

Published 01/19/2023, 1:15 PM EST

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Francis Ngannou has started a revolution in the UFC. Not just among the fighters, but we can see everybody supporting the Cameroonian fighter. Even though the fighter is still going to keep fighting for a living, he is now free from the chains Dana White’s league put him in. In an interview following his freedom from the UFC, Ngannou said publicly how he tried his best to negotiate. According to him, he put all his needs forward several times, but Dana White failed to meet them every time. Following this, the fighter’s term with the UFC was revoked.

The popular French actor Gilles Marini supported Francis Ngannou. The actor suggested that all UFC 283 fighters should go on strike. This act would be purely to support the ex-UFC fighter. Similarly, UFC legend Quinton Jackson opened up about his views on the topic. Jackson openly sided with Marini in his quest to serve justice to the Cameroonian fighter. The unity across social media platforms is a sight to behold.

UFC Legend is Ngannou’s biggest cheerleader

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As mentioned earlier, Francis Ngannou is now the headline of every news article. Due to the controversial drop from the league, the heavyweight fighter is catching every reporter’s eye. In a public statement, Ngannou presented his point by saying, “I asked for a lot of things, which doesn’t mean I was expecting all those things, but I would expect at least a few, one, two out of those things. I asked for a sponsorship, the right to sponsorship, which we’ve been ripped off. We can’t have sponsorships”

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The ex-heavyweight champ talked about his demands which he put forward to the UFC president, ” I asked for health insurance, but couldn’t have it. I asked for a fighter advocate, somebody in the board meeting, who advocates for the fighters, I asked for that, I couldn’t have those things.”

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It was pretty evident that the fighter was upset with the failed negotiation. Gilles Marini wrote on his Instagram story, “Imagine, all competitors who’s fighting for the UFC 283, go on strike on Friday after the weigh-in? Demanding to have health insurance! And the right to sponsorship? I wanna see that fight.” The actor called out for a revolutionary move among all the fighters.

‘Rampage’ Jackson shared Marini’s point of view of his story as well. 

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Jackson added, “I’d love to see that day. @harrisonjrogers is giving health insurance to all fighters on contract. The UFC couldn’t give it to one?!” The UFC legend appreciated ‘Freedom Fight Night’s president Harrison Rogers. ‘Rampage’ compared the situation of how he could provide for his fighters what Dana White could not.

Will they cancel UFC 283?

Leaving the league is considered a rather controversial topic since everybody has different opinions on the same. However, Ngannou stood by what he believed was right. He is a true champion for what he did. The world stands with the fighter because of his assertiveness. Whether UFC 283 fighters will go on a strike is yet to be seen. 

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Watch this story:- Freedom or Legacy? Dana White offered a tough choice for Francis Ngannou

All that can be said about the situation is that Francis Ngannou is not alone in this fight of his.

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Kaif Ali

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Kaif Ali is a UFC content writer at Essentially Sports. He is a full-time student at Delhi University, pursuing a Bachelor's degree in the English language, and a sports enthusiast with a deep passion for MMA. He is always your go-to person when you wish to debate about any UFC champion.
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Vineet Nandwana