The highly anticipated showdown between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones has been dubbed the 'biggest fight' in the world of combat sports, but there's a catch. Ngannou, known as 'The Predator,' is currently in a holding pattern, waiting for a fight that truly excites him, and it seems that neither MMA nor boxing is offering what he's looking for.
Recently, Ngannou was offered a last-minute opportunity to step into the ring with Jake Paul, but he turned it down, stating that it made no sense for him. He's also not interested in returning to the PFL, where he previously won the Super Fights Heavyweight Championship. Ngannou told TMZ Sports that he's waiting for the PFL to make a move, but so far, there's been no concrete offer.
When asked about a potential match between Jon Jones and Alex Pereira, Ngannou admitted it was intriguing, but not the most thrilling prospect for him. He believes that while every fight has its appeal, the real 'wow' factor for him would be a match with Jones.
"The biggest fight of all time can only happen with Jon Jones and myself," Ngannou boldly stated. He added that he respects all fighters and their battles, but the true spectacle would be a clash between him and Jones.
However, the chances of this dream fight happening seem slim. Ngannou parted ways with the UFC on less than amicable terms in 2023, and since then, UFC CEO Dana White has made it clear that he has no interest in working with Ngannou again. White has also shown little enthusiasm for working with Jones, which makes the prospect of this epic battle even more remote.
So, Ngannou finds himself in a tricky situation. He's waiting for the right opportunity, but with his high standards and the current dynamics in the sport, it might be a while before we see him back in action. It's a shame for fans who are eagerly awaiting the next chapter in his career.
