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Cyril Gane 'took confidence' from sparring Francis Ngannou, who says he accidentally knocked his challenger out - now they face off on biggest stage in main event on UFC 270 fight card
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UFC 270: Francis Ngannou Ready for First Heavyweight Title Defense vs. Ciryl Gane - Sports Illustrated
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Fernand Lopez reveals cause of split with Francis Ngannou at MMA Factory: 'This is crazy' - MMA Fighting
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Francis Ngannou is the world's hardest hitter who slept rough, was inspired by Mike Tyson and is now UFC heavyweight champion trying to inspire a new generation
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Fernand Lopez on Francis Ngannou's potential move to boxing: 'We are not expecting anything brilliant' | Sporting News
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Exactly what the UFC was waiting for," Champion Francis Ngannou claims the snubbing incident at UFC 268 was 'created' by the promotion » FirstSportz
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Francis Ngannou claims he accidentally KO'd UFC 270 opponent Ciryl Gane in sparring but is not proud of it | The US Sun
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