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Francis Ngannou to face Philipe Lins on Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano undercard
- On May 16, former UFC and PFL Super Fights heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou returns to MMA on Most Valuable Promotions' inaugural card headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, facing Philipe Lins in a five-round heavyweight co-main event.
- After leaving the UFC due to failed contract talks and losing the heavyweight title, Ngannou signed with PFL but was released on March 6, sparking speculation about his next move.
- Ngannou's recent combat résumé includes stopping Renan Ferreira for PFL Super Fights gold and high-profile boxing matches against Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua, competing under the Unified Rules over five, 5-minute rounds with 4oz gloves.
- Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian said Ngannou's addition creates unprecedented star power and organizers described the card as a landmark in modern MMA.
- The matchup answers where Ngannou will fight next after his PFL release, as he framed the comeback as 'While the world was busy talking, I was busy evolving', continuing heavyweight and crossover narratives.
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Clayton NewsFrancis Ngannou added to Netflix's Rousey-Carano card
Netflix has added former MMA heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou to the May 16 card headlined by Ronda Rousey's return to mixed-martial arts for the first time in nearly a decade.
·Georgia, United States
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Francis Ngannou to fight on Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card against ex-UFC competitor
Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions announced on Monday former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou has agreed to take on Philipe Lins in a matchup that will be featured on the historic Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano card on May 16.
·New York, United States
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Three days after the announcement of his departure from the PFL, the 39-year-old also revealed the identity of his future opponent, Brazilian Philipe Lins.
·Paris, France
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