Since Francis Ngannou left the UFC, his career has been a mixed bag of MMA and boxing, and also a mixed bag of results. Still, he is a box-office attraction and now that he is facing Philipe Lins, everyone is wondering how much he will make for this fight.
Ngannou left the UFC in bad terms and the main dispute was actually money. Hence, he is a guy looking for huge paychecks, as seen in his boxing crossover affairs against Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. During those fights, it’s reported that Ngannou amassed over $30 million combined, according to Yahoo Sports and Sports Illustrated.
Per Ngannou, he had a pretty good guaranteed purse for his fights at the PFL, while negotiating a $2 million purse for his opponents. Hence, when the payout for his fight against Philipe Lins is disclosed, we could be looking at an eight-figure payout.
Ngannou is still a must-see heavyweight
Labeled by some as the Mike Tyson of MMA due to his power, everytime Ngannou steps into the cage, eyes are watching. The fight can end in the blink of an eye. Also, Lins weighed in 40 lbs lighter and has been knocked out four times in five defeats.
Lins is smaller, less powerful, and way more chinny than Ngannou. Ngannou also has the height and reach advantage. Hence, it should be a quick work for Ngannou against a 40-year-old Lins.
Ngannou usually leaves in bad terms
If this is a one-off, then it should be a great business move by Ngannou and MVP MMA. However, if it’s a prolongated deal, then trouble might be brewing. The UFC and Ngannou had a rough outing, then Ngannou and the PFL also ended unamicably.
