3 years, 3 months ago

Dana White tells Francis Ngannou he can leave UFC

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy UFC president Dana White says star Francis Ngannou can leave the promotion at the end of his contract if he wants. I don’t think he’s had the best representation.” The heavyweight champion is headlining UFC 270 in January in a title fight against Ciryl Gane. His opponent is at the heart of one of Ngannou’s biggest arguments with the UFC as they allowed Gane and Derrick Lewis to fight for an interim heavyweight title.

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1 year ago

Dana White reacts to Francis Ngannou’s brutal knockout loss to Anthony Joshua

The Independent

1 year, 4 months ago

Dana White reacts to Francis Ngannou’s stunning performance vs Tyson Fury

The Independent

1 year, 4 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Dan Hardy claims Francis Ngannou 'absolutely did prove Dana White wrong' with his performance against Tyson Fury on Mail Sport's podcast The Hook with the UFC's heavyweight division left in

Daily Mail

British MMA legend Dan Hardy claimed that Dana White's decision to let Francis Ngannou leave UFC has 'absolutely' proved wrong by the Cameroonian's display against Tyson Fury on Saturday. Hardy indicated while talking exclusively to Mail Sport's Alex McCarthy on new podcast The Hook that Ngannou's exit has blown up in White's face, despite his skills as a 'fantastic promoter' …

1 year, 10 months ago

Francis Ngannou corrects Dana White’s false claim over UFC exit

The Independent

1 year, 10 months ago

'Everyone wants to see Francis get knocked out': UFC star expects 'more nasty highlights' from Ngannou at PFL

Hindustan Times

Francis Ngannou had some great news for his fans earlier this week as the former UFC star announced his next move having left the company earlier in January this year. Francis Ngannou during a heavyweight championship bout against Stipe Miocic at UFC 220 Ngannou's last fought in 2022, when he defended the heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270, …

1 year, 10 months ago

Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou signs with PFL

Al Jazeera

The 36-year-old ex-UFC heavyweight champion will fight exclusively for the Professional Fighters League in new deal. Former UFC star Francis Ngannou has signed a deal with the Professional Fighters League to continue his reign as one of the top heavyweights in mixed martial arts. “I believe in the PFL’s ‘fighter first’ culture and global vision including developing the sport in …

2 years ago

Francis Ngannou responds with a meme to Dana White's comment on his UFC comeback

Hindustan Times

Francis Ngannou has been out of action in UFC for quite some time now. Just ahead of the UFC 285 bout between Jon Jones and Ciry Gane, White was questioned on Ngannou's prospective return. On Saturday, Ngannou took to Twitter and responded to UFC President's comments with a meme. Meanwhile, Jones is set to lock horns with Gane in the …

2 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou released; Jon Jones, Ciryl Gane to clash for heavyweight title at UFC 285

Hindustan Times

Francis Ngannou was released from Ultimate Fighting Championship, president Dana White confirmed during UFC Vegas 67’s post-fight press conference on Sunday. White also confirmed that UFC had offered Francis a lucrative offer, which would have made him the highest paid fighter in the promotion, however, the French MMA fighter declined to pen a new contract, making the undisputed heavyweight champion …

2 years, 2 months ago

Dana White refuses to resign as UFC president after hitting wife in video

The Independent

2 years, 10 months ago

UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou warns against writing him off if he fights Tyson Fury

Daily Mail

UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has issued a warning to Tyson Fury amid suggestions they could share the ring in an epic crossover fight. A bout between Ngannou and unbeaten WBC heavyweight title holder Fury has been touted in the aftermath of the Gypsy King's victory over Dillian Whyte last weekend. Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury discussed a potential fight …

3 years ago

Dana White still 'hopeful and confident' over new deal for UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

Daily Mail

UFC president Dana White remains 'hopeful and confident' that Francis Ngannou will sign a new deal with the UFC. Dana White is optimistic that heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou will sign a new deal Much was made of White's absence when the time came to put the belt on the champion, but he later insisted he had left to deal with …

3 years, 1 month ago

Francis Ngannou: ‘Jon Jones finds a better battle on Twitter than in the UFC’

The Independent

3 years, 1 month ago

UFC champion Francis Ngannou is 'looking at 10 months recovery time' after knee surgery in March'

Daily Mail

Francis Ngannou will undergo surgery in March and is likely to be out of action for around 10 months. The heavyweight champion is therefore highly unlikely to compete again this year as he recovers from a serious knee surgery. Francis Ngannou is set for a spell on the sidelines and may have fought his last fight in the UFC Now …

3 years, 1 month ago

Dana White hits back after claims he snubbed Ngannou with post-fight no-show at UFC 270

Daily Mail

Dana White has insisted he did not snub Francis Ngannou and there was no personal agenda at UFC 270. The UFC president was mysteriously absent when the time came to wrap the belt around the champion's waist after he beat Ciryl Gane and was also a no-show for the post-fight press conference. Dana White was not on hand to strap …

3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou claims UFC threatened to sue over alleged Jake Paul talks

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou keeps Tyson Fury mega-fight alive with win against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou tells Joe Rogan he wants to go into BOXING

Daily Mail

UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has revealed that he wants to go into boxing after retaining his world heavyweight title with a victory over Ciryl Gane at the Honda Centre in Anaheim. Francis Ngannou is considering a switch over to boxing following his UFC 270 victory Ngannou told Joe Rogan after his title fight: 'As I always say, boxing is …

3 years, 2 months ago

UFC 270: Dana White SNUBS Francis Ngannou by refusing to wrap his belt around his waist

Daily Mail

UFC president Dana White didn't enter the Octagon to wrap the heavyweight belt around Francis Ngannou's waist - and then refused to attend the PPV press conference. Ngannou is understood to have one fight left on his contract due to a clause that extends the deal by winning a championship bout, putting both him and the UFC in an awkward …

3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou’s destructive UFC run signals start of heavyweight evolution

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

UFC 270: Ciryl Gane insists ‘I know what it is to lose’ as Francis Ngannou awaits

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

UFC 270: Francis Ngannou must ensure Tyson Fury dream does not distract from Ciryl Gane

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

‘I will not fight for $500,000 anymore’: Francis Ngannou demands new UFC deal amid pay dispute

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

Francis Ngannou wants boxing clause in next UFC deal as champion eyes Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder fights

The Independent

3 years, 2 months ago

UFC president Dana White reveals ‘good talk’ with ‘misguided’ Francis Ngannou amid contract dispute

The Independent

3 years, 8 months ago

Dana White urges Francis Ngannou to SACK 'incompetent' agent

Daily Mail

Dana White has told Francis Ngannou to sack his 'incompetent' agent after a war of words erupted between the UFC president and heavyweight champion's representative. Francis Ngannou and his agent Marquel Martin have been frustrated by the UFC's decision to hold an interim heavyweight title fight in August Dana White called Martin 'incompetent' and said the Ngannou should change representation …

3 years, 11 months ago

Dana White to sell his remaining stake in UFC

Daily Mail

Dana White is set to hand over his remaining shares in UFC - as parent company Endeavor prepares to take 100 per cent control of the £7billion company. Dana White is set to sell his remaining shares in UFC to Endeavor in a deal worth £1.2bn Endeavor, a conglomerate run by Hollywood super agent, Ari Emanuel, has already built up …

3 years, 11 months ago

UFC 260: Francis Ngannou has bounced back from Dana White's 'ego' rant and is on the verge of glory

Daily Mail

In just 162 seconds Francis Ngannou has gone from a trigger-shy, confidence-depleted failed title challenger to a resurgent knockout machine on the cusp of UFC - and sporting - stardom. In just 162 seconds Francis Ngannou has primed himself for a shot at the UFC heavyweight title UFC 260 will not be the first time the 34-year-old has been on …

4 years, 4 months ago

Dana White reveals UFC have released legendary middleweight Anderson Silva from his contract

Daily Mail

Anderson Silva has now been released from his UFC contract after announcing his retirement last month, according to president Dana White. While Silva is yet to commit to retirement with one fight remaining on his current contract, White confirmed to TMZ Sports on Thursday that the veteran will not make another appearance in the octagon. Brazilian UFC legend Anderson Silva …

4 years, 9 months ago

'You don't have to fight!' Dana White responds to Conor McGregor retirement announcement

Daily Mail

UFC president Dana White says he completely understands why Conor McGregor would want to retire, but also claims that an 'insane amount of people are gunning for me right now.' UFC president Dana White believes an 'insane amount of people are gunning for him right now' MMA star Conor McGregor announced plans to retire in the early hours of Sunday …

4 years, 11 months ago

UFC president Dana White says he has secured an island to hold international MMA fights

ABC

With world sport searching for ways to get around the coronavirus pandemic, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is talking up the possibility of holding fights on a private island. Key points: UFC has not held an event since mid-March amid restrictions on mass gatherings due to coronavirus President Dana White says infrastructure is being built on a private island to allow …

5 years, 11 months ago

UFC chief Dana White confirms MMA star Conor McGregor WILL fight again

Daily Mail

UFC chief Dana White has revealed Conor McGregor WILL fight again - despite the Irishman announcing his retirement from Mixed Martial Arts last month. Conor McGregor WILL fight again in the UFC despite retiring last month, says chief Dana White The UFC boss revealed the retirement U-Turn on CNN as he says plans are being prepared 'Conor McGregor will fight …

6 years ago

Conor McGregor retires from UFC: Dana White says Irishman’s announcement ‘totally makes sense’

The Independent

6 years ago

UFC president Dana White reacts to Conor McGregor's retirement

Daily Mail

UFC president Dana White believes it is the right time for Conor McGregor to retire from the sport. Dana White says he can understand why Conor McGregor is retiring from UFC McGregor left MMA fans stunned as he announced his retirement from the sport UFC President Dana White confirmed the news of McGregor's retirement via text to ESPN 'He has …

8 years, 5 months ago

Jose Aldo requests UFC release and threatens to retire after missing out on Conor McGregor rematch

Daily Mail

The announcement of Conor McGregor's headlining bout against Eddie Alvarez at UFC 205 looks to have been the final straw for Jose Aldo. Interim featherweight champion Jose Aldo has asked to be released from the UFC Featherweight champion Conor McGregor will keep his belt when he fights Eddie Alavrez The Brazilian was dismayed when he was denied a rematch with …

8 years, 11 months ago

Conor McGregor will be back this year, claims UFC president Dana White

Daily Mail

UFC president Dana White does not believe Conor McGregor has retired despite cancelling his rematch with Nate Diaz. UFC president Dana White says McGregor has refused to fulfil press commitments in Las Vegas After hours of confusion, UFC broke the news that McGregor had been pulled from the UFC 200 schedul 'He's a reasonable guy, he's a smart guy, so …

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UFC President Dana White says he can fix boxing with new promotion in partnership with Saudis

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NEW YORK — TKO Group, the company that already houses WWE and UFC, is set to step into the ring with a new boxing promotion as part of a business deal with Saudi Arabia. TKO announced Wednesday it entered a multiyear partnership with Turki Alalshikh, chairman of the Saudi General Entertainment Authority, and Sela, a subsidiary of Saudi Arabia’s Public …

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