Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou talked about which promotion he might continue his career.
If I have to look into returning to MMA, I think I would want to get offers from three organizations: PFL, Bellator and ONE Championship. Which would I choose? It's very hard to say right now. My choice would depend on their framework and vision of the sport and the fighter's role. It's important that they have a program for Africa. I think that will be one of the main things I'll base my decision on.
Francis Ngannou, quoted by Middle Easy
Ngannou left the UFC in January 2023 because he couldn't reach an agreement with the promotion on a new contract.
In his last fight, held in January 2022 at UFC 270, Ngannou defeated Ciryl Gane by unanimous decision. At UFC 260 in March 2021, Francis knocked out Stipe Miocic in the second round.
Ngannou fought a total of 14 fights under the UFC banner, with 12 wins and two losses.
Ngannou made his professional ring debut in November 2013, when he defeated Rachid Benzina by first-round submission at 100% Fight - Contenders 20. Ngannou, 36, has 17 wins and three losses under his belt.