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.