Francis Ngannou has made it clear that he will not be stepping into the ring with Jake Paul anytime soon. In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, the former UFC heavyweight champion shut down any possibility of a fight between him and the YouTube star turned boxer.
After Jake Paul’s unanimous decision win over Mike Tyson on a Netflix boxing event that drew in 60 million households, Ngannou was asked about a tweet he had posted, suggesting he would confront Jake the next time he saw him. However, the 38-year-old fighter dismissed the idea, calling it disrespectful.
Despite ruling out a fight with Paul, Ngannou acknowledged the entertainment value that Paul brings to the sport. He commended Paul for his efforts to entertain fight fans and recognized the curiosity and excitement surrounding events like the one with Mike Tyson.
While a fight with Jake Paul is off the table, Ngannou hinted that a potential matchup with Deontay Wilder could be more appealing. Wilder has expressed interest in facing Ngannou, and negotiations may be on the horizon.
However, Ngannou remains focused on MMA for now, stating that he will wait to see if the PFL has any upcoming opportunities for him. If not, he may consider exploring options in boxing, although it is not a top priority for him at the moment.
In conclusion, Francis Ngannou has made it clear that he is not interested in facing Jake Paul in the ring. While a matchup with Deontay Wilder could be a possibility, Ngannou’s primary focus remains on MMA. Fans will have to wait and see what the future holds for the heavyweight champion.
