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Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou is still under scrutiny over leaving the fighting promotion. ‘The Predator’ is often asked questions regarding the same and the fans are always polarized. The former UFC star has again caused a stir in the media following his words in the latest interview wherein he explained his point of view over his departure from the UFC.
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The latest chapter of Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou’s saga continues as the former champion had some harsh words for ‘Bones’. This interview is bound to generate a reaction from the current UFC Heavyweight champion.
Francis Ngannou opens up about Jon Jones’ fight
The former UFC heavyweight champion opened up to ESPN MMA’s Brett Okamoto. ‘The Predator’ disclosed his views on snubbing the Jon Jones fight. The fans got to know what Ngannou had to say about the allegations from fans and Jones.
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Ngannou said, “I’ll fight Jon Jones twice a month”. While speaking about his tweet about Jones’ winning the heavyweight championship wherein he signed the tweet as ‘Heavyweight King’, Ngannou added, “I just signed my message. He can know from where the message is coming from.”
The current and the former heavyweight champions have been going back and forth over social media regarding the issue.
I highly doubt it, especially after that first performance. Like I said the dude left for a reason. Came up with every demand and request in the world. He knew that UFC wasn’t going to bend, he found his way out https://t.co/dxgr6D5v8g
— BONY (@JonnyBones) March 9, 2023
Furthermore, the former UFC heavyweight stated that he is not afraid to face Jones, contrary to what people might believe.
Ngannou addresses running away comments
‘The Predator’ was vocal to his critics during the interview. Ngannou added, “Listen I’m not arguing somebody spot here. I’m not fighting. I think a lot of people they understand they think on the wrong side, They’re mistaken what exactly is the fact here and I’m not fighting any of those guys. I’m not trying to stand into anybody way. But I’m just trying to stand up for myself and defend what’s right for me which doesn’t have to be against any of those guys. It’s the sport man! As they say, it’s the sport and I am a sport man. I can take the heat and I can roll with it. It’s the beauty of the sport.”
It remains to be seen if there is any further chapter in the story of Francis Ngannou in the UFC. What do you think will happen to the former heavyweight champion? Let us know in the comments.
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