Francis Ngannou claims PFL split was not his decision

"They wanted to get ahead of the story, which is what every organization would do. Because we part ways since January. I also wanted them to come up with something better. Because the decision to part ways was not mine."

"I was a little surprised when they sent me that. They should have also told me... People just sent it to me. I just saw it out there; I wasn't aware at all."

"Ngannou's high-profile PFL contract allowed him to simultaneously compete in boxing, a demand the UFC refused to meet. Ngannou then lost to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua in boxing."

"Ngannou also served as the chairman of PFL Africa, aiming to develop the sport on the continent. Ngannou says he would like to continue working for PFL Africa in some capacity as it was always separate from his fight contract."

Francis Ngannou's departure from the Professional Fighters League was unexpected for him. He claims the PFL announced his release to control the narrative, despite him wanting a more favorable explanation. Ngannou had left the PFL in January and was surprised by the public announcement. He had previously parted ways with the UFC after contract negotiations failed and signed with PFL, which allowed him to box. Ngannou expressed interest in continuing to work with PFL Africa, separate from his fighting contract.

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