Ngannou shows confidence and sends a message to Jon Jones: 'You will have the biggest challenge of your life'

F. Ngannou won the heavyweight belt in UFC 260. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

The possible fight between Francis Ngannou e Jon Jones It has not yet been made official, but the current heavyweight champion (up to 120,2kg) showed that he is interested in the duel. In an interview with the website 'TMZ Sports', the French-Cameroonian praised the former light heavyweight leader (up to 93kg) and stated that he will be prepared for the fight. The belt owner also took the opportunity to send a message to the American.

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“I believe he (Jones) wants this fight. I know he's been fighting for a long time, he was champion for a long time, but this could be the biggest fight of his career. Jon (Jones) wants a fight like this in his legacy. He's asking for a lot of money and that makes sense. There is nothing irrational. My message to Jones is: 'Get ready, because you are in for the biggest challenge of your life,'” said Ngannou.

After showing progress in the Olympic fight in the duel against Miocic, the 'Predator' reinforced that he will continue to emphasize takedown defense in his game. The heavyweight also stated that just because he beat Stipe doesn't mean he will also defeat 'Bones'.

“It will be different (possible fight against Jon Jones). He may gain weight, but that doesn't take away my strength or my power. I can't relate the fight with Miocic to one against Jones, because I did well in takedown defense. Jon may have a different approach. That's a trap I won't fall into. I will be working on my Olympic wrestling. I had a good victory, but there is still a lot I can improve”, concluded Francis.

After leading the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg) for a decade, Jon Jones He decided to change things up and move up a category. 'Bones' was confirmed as the next challenger for the heavyweight belt. However, after the UFC 260, last Saturday (27), Dana's speech changed, which made him complain a lot on social media. The veteran even arrived asking on Twitter to be released from his contract, but deleted the post shortly afterwards.

With a record of 16 wins and three losses, Francis Ngannou, finally, became heavyweight champion. After hitting the post in 2018, against Miocic himself, the French-Cameroonian showed progress in his game and managed to get the better of the rematch. New owner of the division, the 'Predator' has victories over big names in MMA such as junior gypsy, Cain Velazquez e alistair overeem.