Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira Prediction & Picks - PFL

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Francis Ngannou
10/19/24 14:00
Renan Ferreira

Prediction:

 

Francis Ngannou to win.

 

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 by Stephen Abiola in PFL Picks

Francis Ngannou and Renan Ferreira will fight it out at PFL's Battle of Giants event on October 19, 2024. This matchup will mark Ngannou's much-anticipated debut in the PFL after signing for the franchise as a free agent. The former UFC champ will enter the SmartCage in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to face 2023's PFG Heavyweight Tournament Champion. He will be keen to move on from his recent headline defeats against Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury in boxing matches. It's the first time "The Predator" has returned to the MMA cage since parting ways with UFC. Obviously, he will seek to assert his dominance in the game once again. In addition, this is the 37-year-old's first competitive match since losing his son in April.

Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira Picks

Francis Ngannou - Renan Ferreira Key Points

  1. Ngannou has a 17-3 MMA record and is 0-0 in PFL.
  2. Ferreira is 13-3 in the MMA and 7-1 in PFL.
  3. Ferreira's seven victories are via first-round stoppage.
  4. Ngannou had 12 wins by knockout in the UFC heavyweight division.

Our Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira Prediction

Ngannou hasn't stepped in the cage since January 2022, when he won against Ciryl Gane by unanimous decision. Despite that, he's still the heavy favorite over Ferreira. However, the Brazilian shouldn't be underestimated in this fight, thanks to the long layoff the former UFC champ has had. He also stands at 6-foot-8-inch tall, which makes him a dominant figure in the cage. Moreover, his seven victories that came by first-round stoppage make him a dangerous opponent. Still, he should struggle against one of the best MMA heavyweight fighters in history. Our prediction for Francis Ngannou vs Renan Ferreira:  Francis Ngannou to win.

Prediction:

 

Francis Ngannou to win.

 

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