Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones put their rivalry aside as Jones shows respect to Ngannou’s mother at PFL vs. Bellator event. Despite being in different promotions, the fighters acknowledge each other’s actions with class and respect.
| Ngannou and Jones put their rivalry aside to show mutual respect
| Jones meets Ngannou’s mother at PFL vs. Bellator event
| Ngannou appreciates Jones’ gesture
| Both fighters focused on upcoming bouts
| Reminder that fighters can show kindness and respect outside the cage
| Ngannou and Jones set an example of sportsmanship
| Respect and admiration between competitors
| Stay tuned for more updates on Ngannou and Jones
Ngannou and Jones Show Mutual Respect
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones may be rivals in the MMA world, but they recently put their differences aside to show mutual respect. The two fighters attended the PFL vs. Bellator event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where Ngannou is preparing for his upcoming boxing match against Anthony Joshua.
Despite being in different promotions, Jones and Ngannou have been teasing a potential fight. However, their competitive spirit didn’t stop Jones from displaying tremendous class when he met Ngannou’s mother at the event.
Ngannou took to Twitter to share a video of the encounter, expressing his appreciation for Jones’ respectful gesture. He tweeted, ‘Fighting aside, it was very respectable of you to greet my mom like this, Jon Jones. Much respect!’
While Ngannou is set to make his MMA return in the PFL later this year, Jones is expected to defend his first heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic. Their paths may not cross in the octagon for now, but they continue to acknowledge each other’s actions with respect.
The ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ Debate
As the debate over who is the ‘baddest man on the planet’ rages on, Ngannou and Jones serve as prime examples of fighters who can set aside their rivalry and appreciate each other’s accomplishments. Ngannou vacated the heavyweight title that Jones now holds after leaving the UFC due to a contract dispute.
Jones’ meeting with Ngannou’s mother is a reminder that outside the cage, fighters are human beings who can show kindness and respect. It’s a testament to their character and sportsmanship.
Looking Ahead
While fans eagerly await a potential matchup between Ngannou and Jones, they can appreciate the respect and admiration the fighters have for each other. Both athletes are focused on their upcoming bouts, with Ngannou preparing for his boxing match and Jones gearing up for his first heavyweight title defense.
In the world of combat sports, rivalries often dominate the headlines, but moments like this remind us that there is room for respect and admiration between competitors. Ngannou and Jones have shown that even in the midst of a heated rivalry, they can put that aside and acknowledge each other’s actions with class and respect.
Stay tuned for more updates on Ngannou and Jones as they continue their respective journeys in combat sports.
