Since leaving the UFC and making a splash in the boxing world, many have wondered when Francis Ngannou‘s PFL debut will take place.
Parting ways with the biggest MMA promotion was considered a bad decision by many, but the Cameroonian took advantage of his newfound freedom. He used his star power and forced his way into huge matchups in the boxing ring, and later became a household name in the combat sports world.
After daring to be great in another sport, Francis Ngannou finally returns to the cage for the first time in almost three years.
An announcement was made earlier today, confirming an opponent and a fight date for Ngannou’s debut in the PFL. ‘The Predator’ will be welcomed to the SmartCage by fellow knockout artist Renan Ferreira as they compete for a Super Fight title.
‘Problema’s towering 6’8″ frame poses the uncommon threat to Ngannou of having to fight somebody who is sizably bigger than him.
Ferreira has won each of his last four PFL outings by knockout β bringing his winning finsh rate to a staggering 92%. His most recent appearance inside the cage saw him knock out UFC veteran Ryan Bader in just 21 seconds.
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October 19 will be the inaugural showing of the PFL’s Super Fight Division. The series of events was introduced to shine a spotlight on the promotions biggest stars, and is likely going to be the destination where Jake Paul resides should he compete for the company.
Alongside the Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira blockbuster affair, Cris Cyborg will also be making her PFL debut and will too be competing for Super Fight gold.
The heavy-handed legend of women’s MMA can now put a long period of uncertainty behind her. She will meet fellow Brazilian Larissa Pacheco in the co-main event in two months’ time.
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