The Professional Fighters League (PFL) has announced that it has signed former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou to a multi-year deal. Ngannou is expected to make his PFL debut in mid-2024, after competing in a boxing match sometime this year.
The PFL’s signing of Ngannou is a major coup for the promotion. Ngannou is one of the biggest names in MMA, and his signing is a sign that the PFL is serious about competing with the UFC.
The PFL is a newer promotion than the UFC, but it has been growing rapidly in recent years. The promotion has a unique format that features a regular season, playoffs, and a championship tournament. This format has been praised by fans and fighters alike, and it has helped the PFL attract some of the biggest names in MMA.
Ngannou’s signing is a major win for the PFL, and it is a sign that the promotion is on the rise. The PFL is now a major player in the MMA landscape, and it will be interesting to see how it competes with the UFC in the years to come.
Here are some of the key details of Ngannou’s deal with the PFL:
The deal is for multiple years.
Ngannou is expected to make his PFL debut in mid-2024.
Ngannou is also expected to compete in a boxing match sometime this year.
The deal reportedly includes a significant financial component.
Ngannou will also have equity in the PFL.
Ngannou’s signing is a major coup for the PFL, and it is a sign that the promotion is serious about competing with the UFC. The PFL is now a major player in the MMA landscape, and it will be interesting to see how it competes with the UFC in the years to come.