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Francis Ngannou Rejects ‘Legacy’ Talk, Demands Fair Pay Ahead of Netflix Return

He is booked to face Philipe Lins on May 16 at the Intuit Dome on an MVP card streaming on Netflix.

Overview

  • Ngannou said promotions "trick" fighters with legacy narratives and declared, "Give me my pay, what I deserve."
  • He defined his legacy as securing healthcare, food, and safety for his children and family rather than collecting accolades.
  • The matchup with Philipe Lins is scheduled for May 16 in Inglewood, California, as part of a Netflix-streamed event.
  • Ngannou left the UFC in January 2023 as heavyweight champion and has since boxed Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua and recorded one PFL MMA win over Renan Ferreira.
  • He says his recent non-UFC fights have earned him far more than his 15 UFC bouts, underscoring his focus on compensation over reputation.