Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones Express Mutual Interest in Potential Super Fight
Ngannou and Jones acknowledge the challenges of organizing a cross-promotion bout but agree it would settle the heavyweight debate.
- Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones have both voiced interest in a fight to determine the top heavyweight in MMA, though logistical hurdles remain.
- Ngannou, now fighting in the PFL, highlighted Dana White's opposition to cross-promotion as a major barrier to the potential matchup.
- Jon Jones recently defended his UFC heavyweight title at UFC 309, while Ngannou impressed in his PFL debut with a knockout victory over Renan Ferreira.
- Ngannou defended Jones' demand for significant financial compensation to fight interim UFC champ Tom Aspinall, citing similar challenges he faced during his UFC tenure.
- Both fighters acknowledged the fight's appeal to fans but admitted it is unlikely under current circumstances due to promotional conflicts.