Daniel Cormier rejects the notion that the UFC isn’t happy for Francis Ngannou’s boxing success.
Ngannou took WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury to a split decision this past Saturday in Saudi Arabia. Ngannou surpassed everyone’s expectations as he even managed to knock down undefeated Fury in Round 3.
Ngannou’s performance came after he parted ways with the UFC earlier this year while still holding the promotion’s heavyweight title. The two sides couldn’t come to an agreement on a new contract, with Ngannou’s desire to pursue boxing opportunities a sticking point. Ngannou left the UFC and signed with the PFL, which did give him flexibility to box in his contract.
