The anticipation surrounding a potential “super” fight between UFC stalwarts Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou may be premature. Despite both fighters operating under the ESPN umbrella, through Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and Professional Fighter’s League (PFL) respectively, UFC President Dana White remains unconvinced that such a clash would be feasible.

“It Wouldn’t Work” – Dana White Quashes Superfight Speculation

During a recent interaction with Pat McAffee, White dismissed the likelihood of the Heavyweight titans going head-to-head in the octagon. This denial roots itself in a complicated history preventing a match between Jones and Ngannou under the UFC banner. Jones, after relinquishing his Light Heavyweight title and a three-year hiatus from active competition, wanted to step into the Heavyweight realm. However, the UFC’s reluctance to renegotiate obstructed his potential bout with “The Predator”, Ngannou.

The Legacy of Unfulfilled Clashes: The Ngannou vs. Jones Saga Continues

Ngannou, dissatisfied with the quantity of his fights and the restrictive terms of his contract, decided to let his contract run out and depart from UFC. Even in his exit, he was willing to negotiate a one-off fight with Jones, an opportunity UFC passed on. Ngannou’s recent retort to White’s comments encapsulates the situation: “No Pat, Jonny was on vacation for 3 years while I sat there waiting.” As the narrative evolves, it seems that we are looking at another legendary fight that, unfortunately, may never see the light of day.

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Ngannou’s Journey from UFC Supremacy to PFL Superfight

Ngannou’s superfight with Fury was once a hot topic in early 2022. At the time, Ngannou held the UFC heavyweight title, despite not being under contract with the organization. Much like the historic matchup between Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather Jr., Ngannou hoped for UFC’s cooperation for this proposed fight. However, Dana White, UFC President, wasn’t interested in facilitating the match.

In a surprising turn of events, UFC is now offering Fury a chance to compete against Jon Jones, the current holder of the UFC heavyweight title since UFC 285 in March. This proposition came after Ngannou’s release from UFC earlier this year. It now appears that UFC’s willingness to negotiate with Fury is contingent upon Jones holding the heavyweight title, not Ngannou.

On the flip side, Ngannou’s recent Professional Fighters League (PFL) contract allows him to entertain the idea of a superfight with Fury. The former UFC champion reported ongoing discussions about the potential matchup. Despite Tyson Fury’s elusive behavior, Ngannou remains committed to securing the fight.

Francis Ngannou: Defying UFC’s Narrative

Ngannou isn’t surprised by Jones’ proposed superfight with Fury. The heavyweight icon feels UFC is attempting to undermine him, and now that he’s no longer part of the organization, the promotion is pushing for a superfight without him.

Despite UFC’s seeming dismissal, Ngannou stands tall. In his words, “Nothing’s going to take me [down]. I’m going to be here for a while.” Regardless of the shifting alliances and narratives in the world of heavyweight fighting, Ngannou’s determination remains a constant. The prospect of a superfight with Fury is still alive, and with the backing of PFL, fans may soon witness a legendary clash.

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