Ngannou offers a ticket and challenges Volkov to fight at UFC 246 in January

F. Ngannou (photo) returns to challenge A. Volkov. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @francisngannou

The French-Cameroonian Francis Ngannou He never tires of looking for a new fight for Ultimate. Without playing since the victory over junior gypsy, in July, the fighter, who dreams of a new title fight, once again challenged Alexander Volkov and even offered to pay for his ticket to Las Vegas (USA), where the UFC 246, on January 18th. The invitation was made on his official Twitter account.

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"Alexander Volkov, what's your schedule for January 18th? Let me offer you a ticket to the most exciting city in the world (Las Vegas)”, wrote the giant.

This is not the first time Ngannou has challenged Volkov to a confrontation. According to Francis, the two should have faced each other in the past, but, according to the heavyweight, the Russian avoided facing him.

After it hit Greg hardy No. UFC Moscow, held at the beginning of November, Alexander had his name sought again by the French-Cameroonian.

confirmation of UFC 246, which will mark the return of Conor McGregor to the octagon after more than a year away from MMA, the eyes of athletes, who seek to participate in the card, which has everything to be one of the most watched of the year, have caught the attention of athletes, in part due to the presence of the Irishman.

Ngannou's concern, however, is not just about the profits resulting from participating in the Las Vegas show. In an excellent phase of his career, the giant continues to look for opponents in order to receive a new chance to fight for the belt, which today belongs to Stipe Miocic.

Far from an immediate title clash, as Miocic must face Daniel Cormier in a rematch, it is up to Francis to try to remain active within the organization and remain at the forefront of the ranking, in which he currently occupies second place, behind only 'DC'.

Ngannou fought for the belt in January last year, against Stipe himself. On that occasion, the French-Cameroonian was unable to repeat the performances that put him in the position of challenger. More experienced and with three undisputed victories in his last appearances, Francis believes he has learned from his mistake and could become a new champion of the company.

@AlexDragoVolkov What's your schedule for January 18th looks like?! Let me offer you a free trip in the most entertaining city in the world ( @LasVegas ). #UFC246 @ufc#whathappensinvegas

— Francis Ngannou (@francis_ngannou) November 30, 2019