Francis Ngannou’s future: PFL CEO on why he isn’t in rankings

PFL CEO John Martin has provided an update on Francis Ngannou‘s future after he wasn’t featured in the recent set of heavyweight rankings.

As we know, Francis Ngannou is still one of the biggest names in mixed martial arts today – and arguably one of the biggest names in all of combat sports. However, his inactivity has led many to wonder what exactly he has planned for the future, and whether or not he even plans on fighting competitively again.

Francis Ngannou has already achieved some wonderful things at the elite level, but there’s an argument to be made that there’s still plenty more left to go. Recently, the PFL published rankings that left many thinking that ‘The Predator’ was outright done with the company.

In a recent interview, John Martin gave an update on Francis Ngannou.

PFL CEO on Francis Ngannou’s future

“We didn’t come up with the rankings,” Martin told MMA Fighting. “I haven’t spoke to Combat Registry. Maybe it’s Francis’ inactivity that didn’t allow him to be eligible for the rankings. There was nothing on our part to keep him out of the rankings.”

“I don’t have anything to announce at the moment on Francis,” Martin said. “If there’s a fight that makes sense for Francis and the PFL, we’ll make it happen. We’re still working through that. When there’s something to announce, I’ll announce it. I know that’s not satisfying but that’s where I’m at right now.”

Quotes via MMA Fighting

Ngannou is a smart businessman and if the right opportunity comes up, you’d have to think he will take it with both hands. Whether or not that’s with the UFC, PFL or in the world of boxing remains to be seen, but hopefully, we get to see him in the cage or ring at least one more time.