Francis Ngannou has found a challenger for his PFL debut! The Professional Fighters League (PFL) made a big announcement on Thursday. They revealed that the winner of the upcoming heavyweight bout between Renan Ferreira and Ryan Bader will face former UFC heavyweight champ Francis Ngannou.

And with his impressive knockout win over Bader, Ferreira has now set his eyes on taking on ‘The Predator’.  In an interview ahead of the clash between Bader and Ferreira, Ngannou had expressed his intentions to face the winner of the fight for his MMA return, he stated, “I think the winner of this is the guy I’m going to fight in my MMA return. It is my intention to return to the sport.”

Ngannou, who signed with PFL in 2023, has yet to fight for the promotion due to focusing on boxing. Ngannou’s history in UFC is notable as he won the heavyweight title in 2021 and defended it successfully in 2022. However, he left UFC due to contract disputes and joined PFL, without ever having lost the UFC title inside the cage.

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Despite losing his boxing debut against Tyson Fury, Ngannou proved his mettle with an impressive performance that saw him drop the boxing champion, highlighting his incredible power. He’s set to fight Anthony Joshua on March 8 in Saudi Arabia, with his future in boxing depending on the outcome.

With Ferreira now having secured the win and eyeing a clash with Ngannou, which could be a career-defining moment for him, the fans took to the comment section to make their thoughts known on the ‘Predator’s return to MMA!

Fans react to Francis Ngannou’s PFL debut confirmation with humor and concern for his opponent

Some fans expressed skepticism, mentioning Ngannou’s upcoming boxing match with Anthony Joshua.

“Isnt he gonna box AJ? Stop spreading fake news please”

Others predicted a quick victory for Ngannou in his MMA comeback.

“Ngannou in like 17 seconds probably”

One fan humorously suggested starting funeral arrangements for Ngannou’s opponent.

“Start the funeral arrangements”

There’s also a sense of vindication among fans for Ngannou’s success despite past challenges.

“So happy for Ngannou, Dana wanted to make him poor, now got everything he deserved”

Some fans acknowledged the financial benefits of Ngannou’s boxing endeavors but were surprised by his decision to return to MMA.

“Surprised Ngannou will still do MMA also considering the payday he will make for boxing”

Others claimed that Ferreira will be an “easy” fight compared to Ngannou’s upcoming opponent, Anthony Joshua

“I think Francis will need this easy fight after facing Joshua next week”

One fan even confidently predicted Ngannou’s victory and dismissed any opposing views

“Ngannou is gonna demolish this guy lmao if u think otherwise ur a moron”

The diverse reactions from fans reflect the anticipation and intrigue surrounding Francis Ngannou’s return to MMA in the Professional Fighters League (PFL). While some express doubts about his decision amidst his upcoming boxing match with Anthony Joshua, others eagerly await his triumphant comeback.

The humorous undertones and confident predictions add to the excitement, showcasing the fervor of the fan base as Ngannou prepares to face his new challenger. Whether it’s skepticism, humor, or unwavering support, one thing is certain: Ngannou’s presence in the MMA world continues to captivate and energize fans worldwide!

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