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Renan Ferreira walks back controversial comments made to Francis Ngannou

Ahead of their monstrous showdown in October in the Middle East, PFL heavyweight star, Renan Ferreira has walked back comments made to incoming foe, former undisputed UFC heavyweight titleholder, Francis Ngannou — regarding the sad passing of his young son, Kobe earlier this year.

Ferreira — who will welcome Batie knockout artist, Ngannou to the PFL (Professional Fighters League), most recently featured in a ‘Super Belt’ matchup against Bellator MMA star, Ryan Bader in Saudi Arabia — stopping him with a massive first round knockout win — setting up his big fight with Ngannou.