MVP MMA 1 Highlights: Francis Ngannou vs. Philipe Lins
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou made his return to mixed martial arts at MVP MMA 1 in Inglewood, California, after an 18-month layoff. He faced veteran Philipe Lins and secured a first-round knockout victory. The event took place on the undercard of the Rousey vs. Carano bout at the Intuit Dome.
- ▪Francis Ngannou returned to MMA after 18 months away from competition.
- ▪He defeated Philipe Lins by first-round knockout at MVP MMA 1.
- ▪The fight occurred at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California.
- ▪Ngannou is a former UFC heavyweight champion.
- ▪The event was headlined by Rousey vs. Carano.
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