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Francis Ngannou Replies to Daniel Cormier as He Promises to Answer ‘Fumbling the Bag’ Criticism in 3 Days

Published 05/13/2023, 2:17 PM EDT

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Francis Ngannou is widely regarded as one of the most dominant heavyweight fighters in MMA history. The former UFC heavyweight champion has been without a promotion for months now. The fans are eagerly waiting for the next move for ‘The Predator’. Fans and MMA analysts are constantly treated with rumors of Ngannou being close to joining an MMA promotion.

However, many deals have not materialized and instead, Ngannou has faced the brunt of the media. Now, Ngannou has come out with a cryptic tweet that is sure to leave the fans puzzled.

Francis Ngannous sends out a cryptic tweet

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On May 13, 2023, Francis Ngannou sent out a tweet that caused a stir in the MMA community. The former UFC heavyweight champion hinted at a major announcement to be made on May 16, 2023, which has left fans and analysts speculating about what it could possibly be.

Ngannou simply tweeted, “05.16.23″ along with a shushing emoji.

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Speculation has been rife since the tweet was sent out, with many fans and analysts wondering what the announcement could be about.

After a lot of criticism from the MMA community about “fumbling the bag”, the former UFC champion has promised to answer all the questions of his critics including Daniel Cormier.

Ngannou has been vocal about his dissatisfaction with the way he was treated by the UFC. Furthermore, Ngannou has also been actively looking for an MMA promotion to fight in the future.

Francis Ngannou has been rumored to join the PFL

There have been rumors circulating recently that ‘The Predator’ is in talks with the PFL. This has been a hot topic in the sport as it sparks speculation about Ngannou’s future in the sport of mixed martial arts.

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Reports suggest that the PFL is interested in signing Ngannou to a multi-fight deal. The deal is also touted to be worth millions of dollars. While there has been no confirmation from either Ngannou or the PFL about these rumors, the latest tweet comes as a major hint towards the update of the deal on the part of Francis Ngannou.

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Faizan Mirza is a UFC writer at EssentiallySports. With a keen eye for analyzing the striking skills of MMA fighters, Faizan uses his expertise to break down fights, providing insightful commentary that is both informative and entertaining for combat sports fans. Faizan's article on Nate Diaz's remarks to Michael Chandler about Conor McGregor was particularly well-received, showcasing Faizan's talent for uncovering the lesser-known aspects of the sport.
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