In an exciting revelation, Francis Ngannou has officially announced his comeback to MMA, with plans to return to the octagon in February or March. This follows his highly anticipated boxing super-fight against Tyson Fury scheduled for this October.

Despite being the former UFC heavyweight champion, Ngannou never had the chance to defend his belt after his victorious title defense against Ciryl Gane in January of the previous year. Injuries and contract disputes sidelined him, leading to his departure from the promotion to join MMA’s second-ranked organization, PFL. Regrettably, this move resulted in him being stripped of his UFC belt. Enhance your MMA viewing experience with attractive betting odds from Nextbet.

Ngannou made headlines when he turned down a lucrative offer to face Jon Jones in the UFC and instead signed an eight-figure deal for his boxing debut against Fury. This historic showdown will witness the reigning heavyweight king from MMA take on his boxing counterpart, with both fighters set to earn substantial payouts in Saudi Arabia.

During an appearance on The MMA Hour, Ngannou confirmed that a rematch clause has been included in his contract should he emerge victorious against Fury. “There is a potential rematch clause,” he affirmed. While the specifics of the clause remain undisclosed, Ngannou emphasized its presence.

When asked about the possibility of an immediate rematch with Fury in the event of a win, Ngannou replied, “For that one, definitely. But if Fury wins, that’s where we don’t know. We will see how it goes, but that’s why I have to win this fight. I have to put everything into getting this rematch as well.”

Regarding the timeline, Ngannou disclosed that his second fight, if it happens, would take place after his PFL debut. The PFL debut is scheduled for the early part of next year, potentially in February or March. Although Ngannou did not reveal his opponent yet, he mentioned that discussions are underway. While lacking specific details, he expressed confidence in the PFL’s efforts to finalize the matchup.

Ngannou’s most recent MMA bout showcased his newly acquired wrestling skills as he effectively neutralized his former training partner, Gane, in January of the previous year. However, he entered the octagon with injured knees. Following that fight, he remained on the sidelines due to an injury for the remainder of his UFC contract. Eventually, the promotion opted to cease negotiations and terminate his contract earlier this year.

MMA fans can now eagerly anticipate Ngannou’s return to the sport, as he prepares to reenter the octagon and resume his path to glory following his momentous boxing encounter with Tyson Fury. The inclusion of a rematch clause adds an intriguing element to Ngannou’s journey, and his upcoming PFL debut further fuels the excitement surrounding his return. Get the latest updates from the world of MMA only on Nextbet Sports.