The fight card for UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi last night was truly explosive. After a series of incredible matches, UFC CEO Dana White addressed numerous questions during the post-fight press conference. Interestingly, in the midst of this, he launched a harsh tirade directed at former UFC champion Francis Ngannou.
Recently, Francis Ngannou levied some serious allegations against Dana White. Moreover, Ngannou suggested that White has consistently harbored a desire for his downfall throughout his career. This tension peaked during the post-fight press conference, where White seemed to address Ngannou’s claims directly. Amid the back-and-forth, he also made counter-allegations, intensifying their ongoing feud.
When have you ever heard a story in all the years we’ve been in this business, even when it was upside down, where we owed someone money? Never happened. So, he’s full of sh*t there. And then, I lost? I didn’t lose anything… Actually, he owes me money, because we had to watch that fight, him and ‘The Black Beast’ [Derrick Lewis]. He should pay me back for that fight and all of you… Trust me. I don’t think about Francis that much.
Dana White via UFC 308 Post Fight press conference (Time Stamp – 7:35)
The ongoing disputes between the Predator and the UFC CEO reignited following White’s comments about Ngannou’s recent fight. According to White, the ‘Predator’ has always been driven by greed for money, which created a rift and ultimately led to Ngannou’s departure. Since leaving, however, the Cameroonian fighter has enjoyed a successful career in boxing and MMA, earning a substantial income.
Speaking about his recent fight, Ngannou successfully returned to MMA after a two-year hiatus. This fight marked the former UFC champion’s debut in the rising promotion, PFL. In this matchup, he easily defeated his formidable Brazilian opponent, Renan Ferreira, finishing him in the first round. Following this impressive performance, questions about Ngannou’s potential next opponent have emerged.
Francis Ngannou shows interest in another boxing bout
Following his departure from UFC, Francis Ngannou showed interest in other prominent combat sports ventures. In October 2023, he made his professional boxing debut against Tyson Fury. Although Ngannou performed admirably in the match, he ultimately lost to the former heavyweight boxing champion, who won the bout by split decision.
After his fight with Fury, Ngannou appeared interested in a second boxing match. He subsequently faced off against another British heavyweight boxer, Anthony Joshua. While Ngannou’s bout with Fury was competitive, the same could not be said for his fight against Joshua, where AJ decisively knocked him out. Despite his struggles in boxing, Ngannou still expresses interest in pursuing another boxing match.
I’m thinking more like a Tyson Fury rematch or Deontay Wilder. But I don’t know it depends. Again it depends on what offer itself…
Francis Ngannou via TMZ Sports
Ngannou mentioned that Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury are two of his potential opponents. A few months ago, Ngannou and Wilder seemed to have a mutual interest in facing each other. With this recent statement, Ngannou has reignited the anticipation for a possible matchup. It will be intriguing to see when a fight between Ngannou and either Fury or Wilder materializes.
