Source: BroBible
Summary
Francis Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, has spoken out about fighters who are unhappy with their UFC contracts but are afraid to leave. Ngannou claims that fighters should be willing to take a risk and pursue free agency in order to access more money and opportunities. He believes that many fighters are too scared to stand on their own and claim their freedom.
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Fighters are too scared to leave UFC contracts, Ngannou says. They’re stuck in contracts that aren’t helping them. Ngannou made over $30 million since leaving the UFC. He’s now pursuing boxing and competing in the PFL. His next fight is on May 16 against Philipe Lins.
Ngannou’s advice: “Grow a pair” and take a risk. But what if that risk doesn’t pay off?
Author: Evan Null
