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Francis Ngannou ‘Back in camp’ as ex-UFC star prepares for PFL fight debut: ‘It’s in the works’

Former undisputed UFC heavyweight champion, Francis Ngannou is back in training camp ahead of a long-anticipated debut under the banner of the PFL (Professional Fighters League) – according to promotional official, Ray Sefo.

Ngannou, a former undisputed heavyweight champion under the banner of the UFC, penned a multi-fight deal with the PFL at the beginning of last year following his unceremonious departure from the Octagon after completing his contractual obligations.

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Francis Ngannou 'Back in camp' as ex-UFC star prepares for PFL fight debut: 'It's in the works' 2

And taking two professional boxing matches in the time since, Batie knockout artist, Ngannou first dropped a controversial split decision loss to the then-unbeaten WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson Fury.