<body><div><figure><img src="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?type=thumbnail_580x000&amp;url=4Klncn_0wEQdiEu00" alt="https://img.particlenews.com/image.php?url=4Klncn_0wEQdiEu00" width="1000" height="568" ></figure>On October 19, 2024, Francis Ngannou returned to mixed martial arts in dominant fashion, defeating Renan Ferreira in the PFL Battle of the Giants. Ngannou ended the fight in the first round with a knockout, displaying his powerful striking ability.Ngannou secured the PFL Super Fights heavyweight title by finishing Ferreira with a knee strike and a flurry of punches. This fight marked Ngannou’s highly anticipated PFL debut after leaving the UFC in 2023. His status as the lineal heavyweight champion added to the excitement among fans.Ngannou left the UFC due to disagreements over contract terms, specifically seeking more freedom in his career, such as health insurance and sponsorship opportunities, which the UFC did not offer. He emphasized that his decision to leave was driven by personal values, not just money.Reportedly, the PFL matched the UFC’s $8 million offer for Ngannou’s first fight and provided a signing bonus of around $2 million. His two-fight contract guarantees $8 million for his first bout and $12 million for the second, plus pay-per-view and gate bonuses. Despite the event being a non-UFC PPV in Saudi Arabia, estimates suggest Ngannou could earn around $10 million for his fight against Ferreira.In comparison, Ngannou earned $600,000 in his last UFC fight on January 22, 2022, against Ciryl Gane at UFC 270, where he retained the heavyweight title. Though he was offered millions in a new UFC contract, he declined due to concerns about his freedom and rights as a fighter.Throughout his UFC career, Ngannou earned approximately $3.8 million, with his highest payday being $790,000 for defeating Stipe Miocic in 2021. His earnings skyrocketed through boxing, with reports suggesting he made $10 million for fighting Tyson Fury and up to $20 million for a bout against Anthony Joshua.Ngannou’s MMA future appears bright after winning the PFL heavyweight title. This victory revitalized his career after a difficult period that included personal loss and high-profile boxing matches against Fury and Joshua. Ngannou aims to use his platform within the PFL to push for better fighter compensation and advocate for athlete rights.He is also set to lead the PFL Africa league, launching in 2025, further expanding his influence. However, significant cross-promotional bouts, such as a fight with UFC champion Jon Jones, seem unlikely due to the UFC’s dominance. Overall, Ngannou’s focus is not only on personal success but also on making a lasting impact on the sport of MMA.</div></body>

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Comparing Francis Ngannou's PFL Earnings to His UFC Contract

On October 19, 2024, Francis Ngannou returned to mixed martial arts in dominant fashion, defeating Renan Ferreira in the PFL Battle of the Giants. Ngannou ended the fight in the first round with a knockout, displaying his powerful striking ability. Ngannou secured the PFL Super Fights heavyweight title by finishing...