Wounded beast! Ngannou gets angry with journalist for question about Dana White and McGregor's return to the UFC.

Ngannou promotes Netflix MMA event. Photo: Reproduction/Facebook/Netflix

As expected, Francis Ngannou He shone at Netflix's first MMA event, but his night wasn't entirely perfect. Last Saturday (16), in California (USA), the former UFC heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg) knocked out Philip Lins Brutally defeated in the first round. However, the Cameroonian star was not free from his old home, especially Dana White, his former boss and great rival.

All because, at the moment he was walking towards the cage for the fight, the official announced the return of Conor McGregor, who hasn't played since 2021, and his rematch against Max Holloway at UFC 329 on July 11th. Because of what happened, a journalist thought it appropriate to ask Ngannou for his perspective, which angered him.

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Annoyed, 'The Predator' raised his voice and made it clear that he does not wish to be associated with the world's largest MMA organization, much less comment on Dana White. It's worth noting that Ngannou left the UFC in 2023, and through the back door, largely due to disagreements with the UFC president. In fact, the company president revealed that the Cameroonian tried to intimidate him in a meeting and described him as disrespectful.

“And what the hell does that have to do with me? So, should I stop my walk to the cage to see what’s going on? I don’t care. Let’s move on. Life goes on. I’m doing my thing here. I’m doing well. I have no problem. Everyone can do what they want,” said the former UFC champion at the post-event press conference.

Ngannou's fighters in MMA

Francis Ngannou, 39 years old, is a star of combat sports. The Cameroonian began his MMA career in 2013 and built a record of 19 wins, 18 by stoppage (14 by knockout and four by submission), and three losses. In the sport, the athlete was the UFC heavyweight champion and won the PFL heavyweight super fight belt.

His main triumphs were over alistair overeem, Cain Velazquez, Cyryl Gane, Curtis blaydes (twice), Junior Gypsy e Stipe MiocicOn the other hand, in boxing, Ngannou fought two fights and lost both to Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury via knockout and split decision, respectively.