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Ben Davies

Bare-knuckle boxing boss keen to sign UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou

Bare-knuckle boxing boss David Feldman wants to sign UFC star Francis Ngannou to his promotion BKFC if he does not renew his current deal.

The Cameroon star continues to remain in showdown talks with the UFC over a potential new contract after successfully defending his heavyweight title against Cyril Gane.

Ngannou has expressed his desire to step into the boxing ring before his career is over, and has made several plays to try and ensure a clause is included in any deal with the UFC to allow it.

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