AKA

Francis
"The Predator"
Ngannou

Stats

Stance: Orthodox
Division: Heavyweight
Height: 6' 4"
Reach: 83"
Leg reach: 44.50
Weight: 250 lbs.
Team: MMA Factory Paris, UFC Performance Institute, Xtreme Couture
Nationality: Batie, Cameroon
Residence: Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
Out of: Paris, France
Age: 34

Accolades

Recent win streak: 5
Wins by KO: 12
Wins by submission: 4
Wins by decision: 3

ATHLETE METRICS

STRIKING ACCURACY

Significant Strikes Attempted: 395
Significant Strikes Landed: 150

BIOGRAPHY

Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian-French professional mixed martial artist and currently competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight division. He was born on September 5th, 1986 in Batie, Cameroon and moved to France at the age of 26.

Ngannou began his MMA career in 2013 fighting mostly regional events before signing with the UFC in 2015. During this period he won seven out of eight fights by knockout, one by submission. In 2016 he made his UFC debut against Luis Henrique where he won via TKO due to strikes in just 45 seconds of Round 1. Subsequently followed up with three more wins under two rounds each leading him to be considered as one of the most promising prospects for further success within the promotion.

In 2017, Ngannou earned himself a shot for a title contention fight against Stipe Miocic after winning four consecutive bouts including his win versus Alistair Overeem which earned him Performance Of The Night bonus award from UFC President Dana White . His strong punches and kicks combined with world class cardio helped him reach that level of success so quickly within such a short time span since joining UFC roster . Ngannou is known for having an explosive style full of intimidating power while also possessing great athleticism , flexibility , strength along with excellent defensive skills .

At present Francis holds total record 15 wins (12 knockouts/submissions) and 3 loss (1 decision). He has been awarded performance bonuses six times out of which five were Knockout Of The Night awards. Moreover, according to many analysts & media publications , Ngannou has been declared as “The Scariest Man On Earth” due to his massive punching power evidenced at various occasions during different fights inside octagon throughout this career .
He’s currently ranked #2 among men’s pound-for-pound fighter rankings according to ESPN & other sports outlets around globe . Although he lost some momentum recently but given his natural talent , drive & determination it wouldn’t take much time for him return back towards top once again if sets mind into it soon enough .

Fight History

Ciryl Gane
Francis Ngannou: Winner
by Unanimous Decision in Round 5
Sat. Jan 22, 2022
UFC 270: Ngannou vs. Gane
270
Stipe Miocic
Francis Ngannou: Winner
by KO/TKO in Round 2
Sat. Mar 27, 2021
UFC 260: Miocic vs. Ngannou 2
260
Jairzinho Rozenstruik
Francis Ngannou: Winner
by KO/TKO in Round 1
Sat. May 09, 2020
UFC 249: Ferguson vs. Gaethje
249
Junior Dos Santos
Francis Ngannou: Winner
by KO/TKO in Round 1
Sat. Jun 29, 2019
UFC FN: Ngannou vs. Dos Santos

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

What Is The Latest News About Francis Ngannou?
As of my latest update, there's no specific news about Francis Ngannou.

What Is Francis Ngannou's Record?
As of October 28, 2023, Francis Ngannou holds an impressive MMA record of 17 wins and 3 losses, with 12 victories by knockout, four by submission, and one by decision.

Who Would Win In A Match Between Francis Ngannou And Tyson Fury?
As a UFC journalist, I can't definitively predict the outcome of a hypothetical match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury.

What Is The Height Of Francis Ngannou?
UFC fighter Francis Ngannou stands at a height of 6′ 4″.

Who Will Francis Ngannou Fight Next?
As a UFC journalist, I can't confirm at this moment who Francis Ngannou will fight next.

When Is The Date Of The Francis Ngannou Vs Tyson Fury Fight?
The date of the Francis Ngannou vs Tyson Fury fight is currently unknown.

What Is Francis Ngannou's Weight?
Francis Ngannou weighs 258 lbs.

What Is Francis Ngannou's Net Worth?
The net worth of Francis Ngannou is currently unknown.

Will Francis Ngannou Fight Tyson Fury?
No, Francis Ngannou will not fight Tyson Fury again as Fury has already won a decision over Ngannou.

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