Dana White Dismisses Potential Francis Ngannou vs. Jon Jones Bout

UFC CEO Dana White has once again ruled out the possibility of a superfight between former heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and current titleholder Jon Jones. In recent comments, White reiterated his stance on the prospect, citing lingering personal animosity regarding Ngannou’s departure from the promotion.

Ngannou vacated the UFC heavyweight title following his victory over Ciryl Gane in January 2022. The departure followed a prolonged contract dispute, during which Ngannou publicly criticized the terms offered by the organization, ultimately leading to his exit and subsequent move to other ventures. White referenced this history when addressing questions about a potential return to the Octagon for the former champion, labeling Ngannou as a 'bad guy' while effectively closing the door on any negotiations.

Despite ongoing fan interest in a matchup between two of the division's most notable figures, White’s latest remarks confirm that there is no path forward for the fight under the UFC banner. The tension between the promotion and the former champion remains high, with White showing no signs of reconciliation regarding the circumstances of Ngannou's exit.

Source: MMA Mania.