“Pettiness beyond what I expected” – Fans shocked by UFC’s PR move to dismiss Cameroonian Francis Ngannou’s existence in promotion history

UFC tried pulling one over Francis Ngannou amidst recent dispute and faced backlash on social media.

“Pettiness beyond what I expected” – Fans shocked by UFC’s PR move to dismiss Cameroonian Francis Ngannou’s existence in promotion history

Francis Ngannou spoke on Dana White after latest fight with Tyson Fury ( Image via Imago )

In a recent display by the UFC, it’s evident that Francis Ngannou has been overlooked. It highlighted the ongoing tension between him and the organization. The recent move by Dana White and his team on Saturday night subtly indicates that ‘The Predator’ maintains an unfavorable position with his former promotion. Thus, it clearly showcases the lingering dispute.

During an eventful UFC night, Middleweight standout Tafon Nchukwi, stepped back into the Octagon for a face-off against AJ Dobson. While the fight itself didn’t generate much buzz, observant fans quickly noticed an intriguing detail during Nchukwi’s entrance. Prominently displayed at the center of the screen was a graphic bearing the phrase, “Only Cameroonian Fighter in UFC History.”

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This statement serves as a direct, albeit somewhat immature, jab at the former heavyweight champion. Francis Ngannou hails from Batié, Cameroon. Ngannou’s journey led him to Paris at the age of 26. Throughout his tenure as the UFC champion, Ngannou was consistently marketed as an African-born titleholder. He shared this distinction with other champions from the continent.

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However, earlier this year, a less-than-amicable separation unfolded between Ngannou and the UFC. This separation was triggered by a series of negotiation failures. Despite reigning as the UFC heavyweight world champion, Ngannou displayed his willingness to exchange his gold for more promising opportunities, which he promptly pursued.

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Fans react to UFC’s sly move of disregarding Francis Ngannou in latest event

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Francis Ngannou reacted to UFC disregarding his Cameroonian history (Image source: Getty Images )

The UFC’s sly move to disregard Francis Ngannou’s affiliation with the promotion did not go unnoticed. Shrewd fans quickly caught on to the act, which instantly went viral on social media. Here are some of the reactions from Twitter:

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Responding to the controversial UFC banner at the UFC Vegas 78 event, Francis Ngannou has taken a stance against the organization. He clarifies, “Thierry Sokoudjou was the first Cameroonian in the UFC. I was second. Don’t let them lie and erase history.” To drive his point home, Ngannou shares a potent image—depicting himself holding the UFC belt in one hand and the Cameroonian flag in the other.

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