Ngannou tells Jones to exit UFC contract after quick KO
Francis Ngannou defeated Philipe Lins with a first-round knockout at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, reinforcing his status as a top heavyweight in MMA. After the fight, Ngannou called on Jon Jones to exit his UFC contract to make a potential matchup happen. Jones expressed interest but acknowledged contractual hurdles with the UFC could prevent the fight.
- ▪Francis Ngannou won via first-round knockout against Philipe Lins at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles.
- ▪Ngannou claimed he is the lineal heavyweight MMA world champion and suggested a fight with Jon Jones before either retires.
- ▪Jon Jones, still under contract with the UFC, said he would need to exit his agreement for the fight to occur, possibly through Most Valuable Promotions.
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