Jon Jones just squealed under the octagon

Followers reacted to Francis Ngannou’s current coaching replace in a current social media put up.

Ngannou, the previous UFC heavyweight champion has not competed since defeating Renan Ferreira at PFL Tremendous Fights: Battle of the Giants in October 2024. In a current Instagram put up, he shared a video of himself hitting the pads, whereas the caption learn:

“Shaping that hook for who comes subsequent.”

Followers flooded the feedback part to share their ideas. Whereas some expressed their appreciation for the Cameroonian fighter’s knockout energy and depth, others urged the names of potential subsequent opponents.

Just lately, United States President Donald Trump introduced his intention to host a UFC occasion on the White Home garden as a part of the celebration for United States’ 250th Independence Day in 2026.

One fan proposed a possible super-fight between Ngannou and Jon Jones for UFC White Home:

“UFC White Home 2026. Jones vs. Ngannou.”

In the meantime, one other fan joked about Jones being afraid of Ngannou’s energy:

“Jon Jones simply squealed below the octagon.”

Different followers urged matchups like:

“[Deontay] Wilder is prepared.”

“I wanna see you battle Tom Aspinall.”

Try extra fan reactions beneath:

The thriller surrounding Francis Ngannou’s future profession path

Francis Ngannou left the UFC in 2022 to discover greater alternatives in boxing and MMA, a choice that considerably strained his relationship with Dana White.

Just lately, Ngannou’s coach Eric Nicksick said that ‘The Predator’ is open to return to the UFC. Moreover, Ngannou responded to Jon Jones’ callout and confirmed curiosity in competing in opposition to him in close to future.

Nevertheless, White urged that the probabilities of UFC re-signing the Cameroonian had been low. Ngannou later clarified that he didn’t intend to make a comeback to the UFC both.

The opponent and date for Ngannou’s return to PFL competitors haven’t but been confirmed.

Within the boxing realm, the 38-year-old had expressed the need to compete in opposition to former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder. Nevertheless, the battle has not come to fruition so far.

Ngannou has peviously competed in opposition to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua in boxing. The battle in opposition to Fury was carefully contested, however he suffered a lopsided knockout loss in opposition to Joshua, which briefly derailed his momentum within the sport.

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Rajneesh Suhas Reddy is a journalist who covers MMA at Sportskeeda. His ardour was ignited by the Battle Science reveals broadcast on Nat Geo within the 2000s. Rajneesh is fascinated by the backstories of fighters, their journeys, and the compelling storylines main as much as occasions. Via his writing, Rajneesh connects with fellow MMA fans and converses about his favourite sport.

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