Francis Ngannou partners with PFL in biggest deal in MMA history, will launch PFL Africa
2023 ж. 15 Мам.
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My next step in my MMA career is complete: I am officially partnering with PFL. In this video, I'll explain why I chose PFL, the difference between a fighters contract and the strategic partnership I have with PFL, and most importantly, our plans to launch PFL Africa with myself as Commissioner.
This is truly a remarkable day for me and my family, and a tremendous step in my journey to alter the landscape of MMA. Thank you all for the support and love!
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Real happy for you Francis
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He’s gonna end up owning the pfl when they can’t afford to pay hIm 😂
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Hope this brings a lot of success to Africa. The citizens need it
they're debt slaves to china, it's too late
Keeping Bill Gates out of Africa is way more important and VITAL !
@@oshkiv out of earth !!
The entire continent?😂
Lol, here in Africa the last thing we think about is a PFL branch 😂😂.
Congratulations, Francis! Getting a deal of this magnitude done is even more impressive than any KO you've dealt. Awesome stuff!
That's true mate, huge 💪
Massive respect to you my brother, this wasn’t about money for you, this was about the future of the sport, Africa and even ensuring your opponents are getting paid! Well done sir!
@B3NZO keep crying, the man’s doing good for himself and his country and you sit there hating. Get a life guy
@B3NZO Jose: if I speak I’m in trouble 🤫
@B3NZO Sure that money is some of reasons, we all need money, dont' act like ou don't do some things for money. Fact is that it's not all about money (UFC already give him contract with 8 milon dolars per fight).
@B3NZO How? If he got a better deal how is he that? Maybe UFC should have done as he asked. Bet he gets great prospects when all that training starts happening in Africa. Damn bet UFC will want to have some of those guys one day lol. WE WILL RUN THIS PLANET AGAIN AS WE WERE SUPPOSE TO. NO ONE WILL STOP IT.
@b3nzo300 A minimum wage worker like you should not say another man is ungrateful for not wanting to end up like you🤣🤣
There's just no way you can hate on this guy! He has the interest of others at heart and that is priceless! So much love from home bro!💖🇨🇲🇨🇲
He’s blank as sin. No doubt.
People do and I don't get it .. bunch of Dana White lovers , Dana would rather pay that Power Slap b.s "athletes" more than most UFC fighters .. happy for Francis , can do both MMA and Boxing .. he knows if you ain't on good terms with Dana , your gonna get screwed over ...
thats 100% right. he has best interests of others in mind. That will bring you way more wealth then just a deal for a fight. He's trying to do something bigger than himself. To help others after him and now. Good luck to him.
@@oldironsides4107 Come again?!
@@hypekillacsplaya Absolutely bro!
This man is actually looking out for others, such as having MMA through the PFL grow on the African continent. Francis does not just talk about it, he is about it! The man took a big risk to walk away from the UFC to stand up for his principles, values, and goals, and now it is about to pay off. Big congratulations to Francis!
He is taking 2m in purse along with some from gate and concessions. Tf are you talking about helping? He has never been worth that kind of money and never will be lol if people are not buying his UFC fights that are advertised and broadcast across the world, they are not going to buy his PPV on a much smaller scale in a network you don't even get with basic cable. You are buggin, he is about to bankrupt a company with greed.
@@andrewtodd9103 his gonna turn the Pfl Africa to a worldwide watched event I’m telling you now mark my words he will be a very rich man soon it was worth it instead of being bullied by Dana white the fken goose
@@andrewtodd9103 his opponent is guaranteed 2m
When you turn things into a business... when religion or nations or social media is more important than true competition... everything loses its meaning and cheapens everything we do here. UFC needs to go back to true competition to Tournament mode... make a Tournament that lasts for 1 month and then the winner gets the true Title.... this is how it should be not some staged Dana garage fights... Connor, Islam... none of these guys truly deserved the title... why even call it Ultimate Fighting Championship... call it Dana stagged garage fights.... it is disgraceful to material art practitioners... The biggest reason why UFC is losing viewership... this Connor comeback is proving it all... it was always just a huge business and a bunch of stagged fights... people are beginning to wake up and learn the truth... not to even mention how social media is full of fake promotional accounts....
@@watittakes2264 no, he makes 2 per fight and always takes money off the door and concessions. His contract is public.
Haters said he fumbled the bag. Seems like he secured more than we ever couldve imagined.
It is incredible how this man proved everyone wrong. I myself thought he was out of his mind, but he just writes history by his own
PFL and Francis N'gannou just launched the greatest and brightest future of MMA. PFL Africa: the awakening of ancestral gladiators.
They just grabbed Doumbe too 👀 UFC been talking about "UFC Africa" for ages (they literally had 3 champs, talk about "fumbling"...), but looks like PFL will do more than just talk
@@painandpyro The arrival of doumbe and ngannou will put FPL under the lights. So excited about MMA's future especially that lately UFC has been quite boring.
While these casuals are out here saying Francis is "fumbling the bag", Francis is out here making the biggest moves an MMA fighter has made outside of the octagon. Mad respect, never let them know your next move.
like the best businessman in mma
Dana Whites deepthroaters were trying so hard to convince everyone that Francis fumbled
to be honest labeling it as 'casuals' is inaccurate. Ive seen EVERY type of fan all the way up to mma guru who is a creator who is obsessed with the sport say all sorts of dumb shit lol
Biggest moves in MMA? In a C League? The hell?
Its so hilarious how you can literally see other promotions trying to get their spin out conveniently when Francis is about to unveil a great deal lol
This is amazing, he gets to have his own sponsors, sit on the board and he has free range to go out and box! Ufc would never do such a thing. Congratulations Francis 👏👏👏
This is why we need to leave the slave block.
Africa has so much talent and so much physical diversity. Giving them this opportunity to express themselves and their martial arts is amazing. I can’t wait.
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So proud of this move, Francis you made the whole of Cameroon and African proud. Sooner or later fighters will see you changed the game just like Cornor did. This is just the beginning, better is still to come
Just like Muhammad Ali
@@wellrespected3019 don't ever compare going to the PFL to Muhammad Ali refusing to be drafted to war. Ya clown 😂😂🤡
@@TheBullyDiscipleMuhammad Ali transcended boxing and is an icon to this day, if Ngannou successfully changes the fight game with this deal then he too will transcend his sport. MMA fighters starting in the UFC make 10k to show and 10k to win or something like that and aren’t guaranteed to fight multiple times in a year, no health insurance, no retirement after their bodies break, and. Now compare that to NFL players even the practice teams are eligible for a retirement package after 5 years of service. And a Pension after 3 seasons alongside a 7 figure paycheck minimum while active.
@Charlie Charles changing contracts in MMA still doesn't compare denying to be DRAFTED TO GO INTO ACTUAL WAR... Stop it
@@TheBullyDisciple If Francis becomes the first person to bring an MMA franchise to Africa then that is a big achievement and maybe even bigger than what Ali did.
Real happy for you Francis, I admire what you're doing for yourself and for Africa. Stay proud!
Chael Sonnen will be Proud of Francis 👍
TKO is better for Africa .. pfl ain’t gon do jack 😂
Francis did his thing!
Congrats to Francis. Knew his worth, stood his ground, stood on principle, and is making his vision a reality. Wish him the best.
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He will get overpaid and his opponents will make nothing
Nobody is gonna be watch the pfl at all
@@TheNotoriousCali fighters will eventually start making their way to the pfl after Francis first pay day mark my words
It's honestly a beautiful story. Everything that Francis overcame and triumphed over. And now he's giving back and developing things in his home country. Remembering where he came from and trying to help others. Francis is awesome. A truly gifted yet humble man. Happy for Francis
This is a very smart business move: giving so much back to his community, and having the league meet him halfway with all of it. I love this for him! I hope this becomes a pioneer moment for other fighters!
is it? Name me one big name fight for francis in the PFL
@@notfrom63rd6 I'm sure there isn't one yet, but with a seat at the table he could really turn this into an exciting organization. I think it's a great move
deal is gonna tank
@@jacquelyn311 its a great move .. For the PFL. I will watch francis next fight.. But who is his opponent? francis alone wont bring anything close to great ppv buys hes not as big as a jon jones or conor. He thinks he is but hes not. His first fight might do good numbers. But the second time he fights someone we've never heard of its over no one will care , Francis is famous cus he was fighting the stipes the overeems... who cares if he has a knockout over some guy we've never heard of
@@notfrom63rd6 you have to be patient bro, just be patient. Time will tell us
I’ll be the first to admit that I was a D1 Francis hater… but not only have you proven us wrong, but you’ve earned my unmitigated respect. Mans is really doing everything these other fighters TALK about doing. THIS MAN is actually putting his money where his mouth is, and you gotta praise that. Francis, in the MMA community, you are now a god walking amongst men.
Great to read he has won some people round.
@@MoebiusUK These are the fairweather casuals
Props for at least acknowledging it. It honestly saddened me to see so many turning against one of the few great men in this sport (in favor of a dude caught on camera beating up his wife not even a few months ago), but I'm happy he's been winning people over at least. I won't pretend it doesn't suck to have something you're used to suddenly change
What did he prove wrong?
Honest comment😊
What a true LEGEND in the making . Francis is a proof that if u have what it takes, you will swim trough any current . FINALLY someone brings something to Africa instead of taking and taking LEGEND
I am happy for Ngannou and I pray everything he's ever wished for will work out perfectly. This game can be scary sometimes!
Francis just proved to everyone he truly is the baddest man on the planet. He got everything he wanted and people thought he wouldn't. Haters and the salty promoters can't say shit now, well done my African brother.
Francis truly is the baddest man considering his personal life and what he did to get here. I woulda gave up in his shoes
Massive respect to Francis! Wish him and the PFL well in this endeavour. Hopefully this platform can be a launching pad for talents in Africa too. It gives young people another option besides academics and other sports like football or basketball.
Francis, you've made history; not for the sake of, but because of your care and consideration of all of those in positions you've been in before. You've made history and managed to inspire ppl across different walks of life. We're all proud of you big bro. Now hopefully y'all can go have an event in Africa before dana does it first out of spite 😂
Whoever goes first is a win for Africa and for Francis. It's called check mate 🎉😂
Even if Dana does it's still a win for Francis he's literally changing the world what an inspiring human being🎉
this is the last big thing before he fades into obscurity forever. trust.
Niggas like 40 and no one cares but his African bandwagon fans. They couldn't afford a single ppv if they all went in on it.
Wise decision champ. We're all behind you 💪🏿🇨🇲
This is amazing, you’ve gone beyond just fighting, now you represent the sport.
I'm looking forward to this. The MMA space needs more competition. I'm glad PFL is making a big investment and Francis & Africa will be able to bring them more attention. Won't touch the UFC's numbers overnight, but let's see what happens. The people who root for someone to fail when it doesn't affect them one bit are just people who've never took a risk in their lives.
Yup and that’s right where I like to remain- in a nice, cushy, predictable, bubble 😎
With the amount of awful Apex cards UFC has been shoveling recently, I've been really appreciating the alternatives from One, Bellator, etc - happy to see we can expect great stuff from PFL as well
Needs more? You obviously don’t watch one fc. That’s the one he should have signed with, they are better than bellator and PFL. PFL is lame honestly
When there's competition between companies......the fans win 🏆
@@devadasn It needs more competition. There are other organizations, but let's not pretend that as of 2023 all the organizations combined pull the same numbers as the UFC. We don't need more organizations, we need more competition. We need companies to do better at giving the UFC a reason to not be too comfortable at the top.
This is great news. Africa has a huge untapped mma market especially after "the three kings" reign. They just need top notch coaches and gyms. It could be a very long process but PFL could be to Africa what ONE is to Asia.
So happy for you Francis! Truly a revolutionary figure in the world of fighting, setting an example for all other fighters that you can achieve great things and set humane standards for the sport as a whole. Opening the doors for African fighters before any "OTHER" major promotion had the balls to do it. Honestly I'm happier about this deal than any of your title wins, when you win outside of the guidelines set by this system you know you are changing things in a BIG way for your family and future champs just like you! 🏆🏆
dont be naive too much. but yea UFC is a business and that is why they loosing viewership
Love to see Francis sticking to his principles and finding success, not just for him but for the sport and fans too💪
Massive respect to you Francis. I hope more MMA fighters will follow your steps, and fight for better working conditions. Your story is really inspiring and motivational. Your legacy will go far beyond simply fighting
Congratulations Francis, this is a mega deal! So much respect for you standing up for yourself and fighting for a better future for fighters!
As they say, patient is a game not many would be willing to participate. I guess being through what you had in your life before, people read you wrong. Francis can wait. Francis has wait long enough is what people dont see. You go my man, earn what you can and change the landscape. Remember this Francis, you are the first one to made it happend. Many have tried, even went the court ways only to lose it all. You went a different route. Seriously bro, respect is earned 👊🏻
Great comment! 👍😊
Huge news Francis Ngannou! Excited to see you shine in PFL, best of luck 👏👏👏👏👏
there is no competition in pfl sadly
@@richardwagner-kk6gd Don´t worry PFL is planning for this.
Gros respect Francis! T'as surpassé les attentes de tout le monde et t'as prouvé que t'étais un véritable stratège . Hate de te revoir combattre enfin loin de l'ufc .
How many times have people doubted this man? Every single time he's proved them wrong. Keep going champ and thank you for going beyond McGregor and putting the UFC and it's exploitative ways to the sword.
Congratulations, brother. You are doing it the right way. PFL Africa is going to be awesome!
Ngannou's back was pressed against the wall and he came out swinging. While PFL isn't the most well known company by any stretch, Ngannou has the opportunity here, if he plays it right, to become the face of it, like DJ with One or Perry with BKFC. Adding in that he did get a seat as a commissioner, particularly since he isn't a young fighter, and that he got it in Africa, and it does seem like Ngannou's patiently playing the long game, setting big plans in motion. Good on him, let's see how he does.
Rodtang for ONE in asia, Stamp for women in asia, DJ for ONE in the West, Perry for BKFC, Conor for the UFC and now possibly Francis for the PFL. It's a pretty cool deck of faces across the board now and this deal can move the needle for fight sports in a big way.
One fc bkfc all had exiting fighters before them. Pfl hw division is a wasteland so I hope they can get some decent signing.
@@MannyGrey Can't agree more, particularly with the addition of Rodtang and Stamp for ONE.
@@oldironsides4107 Yes, agreed. Francis is taking a long term risk here, let's see if he can bring or produce a sustainable audience market.
Expect izzy and kamaru to show up on PFL africa.. it will be huge
Thank you Francis for taking the road less travelled. Now those people who says you made the wrong decision would be jealous ASF. much love from lagos Nigeria
Francis, you are the man. You are the only one who really knows where you come from. You have already accomplished more than almost everyone else in the same shoes as you were in. Very beautiful that you're following your heart. Keep on going with what you do. You're the chosen one.
Welcome to PFL Francis Ngannou! So happy for you, you get a guarantee for your opponent to make money, you get a seat at the table for fighter representation, equity, thank you for standing up for your fellow fighters and not compromising on your values, keep shining Francis always 👏👏👏 ⭐️
La plupart des gens s'asseyent du côté de ceux qui raconte l'histoire, toi tu as décidé d'être celui qui l'écrit. C'est la marque des grands hommes. Respect champion
You’re dodging John jones we get it.
@@ghxst846when he was ready for him where was he 😅 you r just mad because he a smart man who knows his value go champ let the haters talk
This is awesome, PFL needed this more than you did, but it's still great for both sides and the sport as a whole. PFL just signed the real UFC HW, crazy times. Can't wait to see how this changes the MMA landscape.
So happy for you Francis! Also happy because this is the first real progress fighters have made since Conor McGregor. Francis will go down in history for this
Africa as a whole needs to back this legend he is fighting the western corporates single handedly
God's on his side..Jesus
Congrats champ! You stood by your principals and did it your way. Much respect 🫡
Congratulations Francis!! Very happy for you and I know youll use your resources to create positive change in the world. ✌👊
I've gained so much respect for Francis, well done champ!
Congratulations Francis! Every single real mma fan on the planet was behind you and we all respect you and support you. Some of the best fighters on earth will be coming out of Africa in the next 10 years I'm saying it now. ❤
Crazy how the other promoters were trying to make him seem purely money hungry smh
Reality was, they just couldn’t match PFL. $2 million purse guaranteed in his debut against whomever 😆, just that guarantee alone is a tough match.
What's really crazy is how many fans believed it... when not half a year ago, those same "fans" cheered him on for standing up for himself...
Facts
Jon Jones was quietly kicking rocks until negotiations werent working between Francis and UFC and then when it was clear Francis was sitting out to become a free agent with the intention of not resigning then Jones came out palnning to fight knowing Francis wasnt going to get what he wanted and would leave. Francis is the linneal UFC HW champion and changed the game with this deal. If he can crack open enough wiggle room to wedge PFL shows into Africa before UFC go over then they will blow up their viewership and be like what ONE FC is in asia but for africa.
Right? Jones quickly went away after Reyes beat him and monsters like Jan were calling him out after he decimated Corey Anderson. Jones then stayed away when Jan demolished that same Reyes who Jones robbed and then Jones spent 3 years away until Francis, who had been diligently improving his wrestling, cardio and patience, all things a majority of heavyweights outside, say, DC (retired), Stipe (older, battle worn), Pavlovich (not so much in the conversation at the time until more recently) don't have (e.g. Gane with less than no wrestling, journeyman brawlers like Tuivasa and Lewis etc.), stepped away from the UFC and only then did Jones make his move, knowing that Gane had 0 wrestling.
Why is Jones living rent free in your head? 😂
@@user-nv2wt4hi8t Na na, Jon Jones was “bulking” for 3 years, remember? MF gained 8 pounds 😂😂
Yeah, right. And how are they going to watch the fights? Ateast most asians own a television
@Lance T haha he's not Jones is ine if my favourite fighters to watch but I've just seen so many people saying Francis is dodging him when it seemed the other way around.
Congrats on standing your ground and finding a promotion that is right for you. You know your worth and the value of freedom and choice. Stay strong my brother
A true champion. Extremely admirable seeing you stick to your values throughout all the media flack. Congratulations Francis
You're the Man Francis. Loved watching you stand up to the UFC. Proving those haters wrong. PFL Africa is a Brilliant idea. Look forward to seeing it grow.
I'm so happy for you man! A true man of principles who doesn't back down for nobody.. nice!💯
Great job big man, you are a hero in the MMA community and hopefully can help pave the way for fighters to get what they deserve.
I'm really happy to know that you [Francis Ngannou] are going to do well out of the UFC. I never lost hope. Was always keeping an eye out for "that" announcement". Now that it is here, I'm relieved. This is a great move for him & for the aspiring people in Africa who are into MMA. Really hope to see you fight soon. Doesn't matter if it's boxing or MMA. WIll always be a fan & a supporter. Thanks for being an inspiration to me & to the millions more like me.
Go Francis!!!!! So happy for you!!!! Glad that you're making your dreams come true at the highest level. God bless you Francis!
Delighted for Francis what an absolute legend, stuck to his guns and seems to have a lot of control over the rest of his career and massive respect for looking after his own in Africa! Yes he is the baddest mofo on the planet ! 👏👊🙏
So, so happy for you Francis! Hopefully you are changing the game for fighters and the future of MMA as a whole. Proud of you for recognizing your value and ALSO the value of the other fighters.
Congrats Big Francis. Respect for standing on your principals and getting the best deal for you and your folks. Props!!
am super excited for my champion congrats greatness 💪💪
They all talk about your choices but none of them are in your shoes. Thank you Francis to show us than a different path exist and freedom matter ! Keep being the light for us!
Respect to you for believing in yourself and your continent.
Congratulations Francis! You have one of the most inspiring stories showing that whatever you're going to do next will continue to be inspiring! 🔥
Salute to Francis for being strong enough to believe in himself and making the best decision for himself and future fighters. Salute King!
Francis held masculine frame 👊🏿
Congrats Champ!!! This is possibly the biggest game changer and change for all MMA fighters in MMA history. Inspirational! BRAVO!
I’m really glad this came together for Francis. I was raising my eyebrows with everyone else wondering if this guy was just sabotaging his own career, but now I see that he has goals much larger than himself. This guy has a heart of gold and I wish him the best, and what he is doing for his native continent is amazing as well.
You've made history such as respect for you yourself and fighting for a better future for fighters! Thank you so much.
All he wanted was respect. He got that and more. I salute you sir A KZheadr
Congratulations, you deserve the best, and it took courage to make all this happen. You are so generous towards other fighters as well!
Congratulations Francis, you deserve everything coming to you! Sending love & light to you & your family from mine! 💜🙏☮️
Soo happy for you Francis! Wishing you nothing but the very best in this new adventure! ❤️❤️
You're the man! So proud of you, and so excited for what comes next 👊🏽
GREAT JOB FRANCIS! History will remember your Great Work of creating opportunities for fighters, for generations to come! You are setting the Gold standard of Business and sports excellence!!
CONGRATS ! You deserve more than what the UFC was offering and not only in terms of money, but respect as a combatant.
I normally don't watch and buy the ppv from PFL. But I will watch and purchase every fight you will headline my friend
Relieved to hear Francis has found a new home. Looking forward to seeing his name on a playoff bracket.
Facts 🔥🔥
Not many have the courage to stand up for themselves the way you and very few others have done. Best of luck to you and the PFL!
Increíble, Francis! Ojalá transmitan tus eventos a Sur América. Mucho apoyo al campeón lineal de peso pesado! 🎉
Happy that you stood your ground and searched for the best thing you could get. No regrets from here. Just move on and be happy with what you do. 🥊
This is HUGE for the PFL. They can now rightfully claim to have the literal baddest man on the planet. The most dangerous fighter in the world. Smart move by them. This will give the entire promotion so much more credibility.
Jon Jones exist.
@@bubblewhip382 jon jones is not more dangerous than Ngannou. Ngannou with barely one punch can kill a bull .....jon jones not ! Jones is just a normal human being.
Much love and respect to you Francis! Never doubted you for a second. Thank you for putting fighters and Africa first! God Bless!
Bravo Francis. Tu es un modèle d'opinaitrete. Tu as réussi a faire bouger les lignes en restant fidèle a toi même. Tu es une légende.
So happy for you champ! This is much deserved and much earned
That's a big man deal 🏋🏻♂️🏆 congrats PFL! Looking forward to seeing Francis again
Congratulations Francis and thank You for standing for yourself Brother...Bless You and everyone You know on your journey... 🙏❤
Haha love how dana's little company man dc got included in this. Anyway congrats Francis, amazing! Anyone who says any different is just choosing to be a hater at this point.
Baddest man in the world 🌍
Congratulations 👏 champ. This is a huge step up as an entrepreneur. Africa MMA needs this opportunity and fighters in general.
BTW... Dana not putting the belt on Francis at his last title defense is about to age quite nicely.
Great to see you create your own path and a path for the future of MMA fighters! 🤜🏽
100% Wishing you, peace, blessings and much love brother!
We support you what come May... we love You❤
Champion in life!
You're awesome Francis! Congratulations! I'm very happy for you. Great job Francis! LFG Ngannou 🔥💯
Guess I will def be watching PFL now! This was a great partnership and am proud of you being a shining example of knowing your worth and not compromising your beliefs & integrity. BOSS MAN!!! Africa nevah Dey carry last!!!!
Nothing, and I mean nothing, can stop this man.
Quel roi ! 👑 Félicitations Francis 👏 Tu es un immense champion et un exemple pour ceux qui veulent accomplir leurs rêves et se faire respecter. Vivement ton prochain combat. 🥊
Am happy he got what he deserved. He's a person that knows what he's worth. Francis you are the best and you deserve the best.... ❤❤❤
Congrats Brother! You did it! Paving the way for future fighters❤