It’s been two years since former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou stepped foot inside the octagon. After bidding UFC adieu, although he signed a deal with the UFC’s rival MMA promotion PFL, he opted to pursue boxing, fulfilling his desire to explore another combat sport. He most recently fought against Anthony Joshua earlier this year. However, despite announcing his return to the octagon on the Joe Rogan’s podcast. Francis Ngannou still seems drawn to boxing.

In a recent appearance on the JRE MMA Show, Francis Ngannou revealed his intentions to pursue boxing beyond his November PFL fight commitment. He also specified the desired number of boxing matches he aims to participate in

Francis Ngannou’s game plan for boxing

UFC commentator, Joe Rogan raised a question for Francis Ngannou on his podcast. Rogan wondered what Ngannou’s plans would be in the PFL if he defeated Renan Ferreira, suggesting limited opportunities might follow such a win. Ngannou admitted that in such a scenario, he would consider trasitioning to boxing.

Joe Rogan further inquired, “ Do you have an opponent in mind?” After a brief pause, Ngannou revealed he hadn’t considered a specific opponent, emphasizing that the situation would dictate his choice.

“Because my expectation, as you were asking me earlier.” Francis Ngannou further elaborated, “like how many fights do I think I can do in MMA or boxing? I think I get to have a good four-fight plan in boxing, I think that could be good. You know, you get like a good four fights, and then you build, like, know who and who should be next. That could be my potential retirement plan.”

Beyond the realm of combat sports, Ngannou also shared a deeply personal and heartbreaking experience. He revealed for the first time publically the loss of his infant son, which occurred several months ago.

Francis Ngannou opens up about losing his baby boy

Francis Ngannou is a a force to be reckoned with both in the UFC and the boxing ing. Known for his unwavering spirit and ability to maintain a positive outlook, even in defeat, Ngannou faced a heartbreaking challenge this year. In April, he tragically lost his son, Kobe, to brain inflammation.The MMA community railled around him, offering support during this incredibly difficult time.

During his appearance on the latest episode of the JRE MMA Show, the “Predator” revealed to Joe Rogan that the sudden passing of his son left an unbearable void in his life. However, he offered a unique perspective, explaining that death could also bring a sense of eventual reunion.

On the latest JRE MMA show, Francis Ngannou opene up about the devastating loss of his son, revealing the immense pain it caused him. However, he shared a unique perspective on death, sugegsting that it could also be a path to eventual reunion.

 “In your heart, you feel like you have nothing. Ngannou stated, “Nothing is worth it. I mean, I always love life…But at least for once, I’m like, at least whenever I die, I’m going to see my kid. I’m gonna see him. I’m not afraid of it, I still wanna live but at least whenever you get to that point to think like that, so some way you’re looking for whenever that happens.”

Despite enduring immense personal suffering, Francis Ngannou has shown incredible resilience. He’s ready to step back intot he cage and face a new challenge in the PFL against Renan Ferreira in November.Ferreira is a formidable opponent who will undoubtedly put Ngannou to the test. Can Ferreira upset the former UFC champion? Let’s see!