Ngannou’s Bold Move: From UFC Controversy to Boxing Stardom, Dana White’s Praise Ignored!
In a striking turn of events, Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, has once again found himself at odds with his former boss, Dana White, following his recent foray into the world of boxing. Despite White’s commendation of Ngannou’s performance in his boxing debut against Tyson Fury, the Cameroonian fighter remains resolute in his disregard for White’s opinions.
Ngannou’s transition from the octagon to the ring was marked by controversy, with the fighter vocalizing concerns over pay disparities between UFC fighters and boxers. His decision to venture into boxing was vindicated by a substantial paycheck of approximately $10 million, highlighting the financial disparity he had previously criticized within the UFC.
White’s praise for Ngannou’s performance against Fury was met with a sharp and dismissive response from the fighter during an interview with Radio Rahim of Seconds Out. Ngannou’s blunt retort, “I don’t give a sh*t about what Dana White thinks. That’s his problem,” underscores the deep-seated rift between the two.
During an interview with Radio Rahim of Seconds Out, Ngannou’s disinterest in White’s approval was crystal clear. “Do you think that Dana White will give you credit now for having known your worth and been able to cash in on your talents?”
Despite the ongoing feud with White, Ngannou remains focused on his next challenge, gearing up to face Anthony Joshua in a highly anticipated clash scheduled for March 8 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As Ngannou prepares for this monumental bout, White’s acknowledgment of his boxing prowess serves as a testament to the fighter’s remarkable athletic abilities.
Ngannou’s reply was sharp and dismissive, stating bluntly, “I don’t give a sh*t about what Dana White thinks. That’s his problem.”
White’s astonishment at Ngannou’s ability to go ten rounds with Tyson Fury reflects the unexpected nature of the fighter’s boxing debut. Despite their tumultuous history, White’s praise highlights Ngannou’s emergence as a force to be reckoned with in the world of combat sports.
“The fact that he went 10 rounds with Tyson Fury is crazy. He just went 10 rounds with Tyson Fury. Conor (McGregor) made it nine or 10 with Floyd. Anthony Pettis just beat Roy Jones Jr. It’s crazy. I didn’t see the fight, but the fact that he went 10 rounds is unbelievable.”
As Ngannou continues to defy expectations and carve out his legacy in the boxing ring, his ongoing feud with White adds an extra layer of intrigue to his journey. Whether Ngannou will continue to brush off White’s praise or reconcile with his former boss remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – Ngannou’s bold move from the UFC to boxing has ignited a firestorm of controversy and excitement within the combat sports community.
