Francis Ngannou has responded to the unfortunate news of Jon Jones suffering a torn pec, resulting in his withdrawal from the highly-anticipated UFC 295 title defense against Stipe Miocic.
Scheduled to take place on November 11 at Madison Square Garden, this bout was not only eagerly anticipated but also rumored to be a retirement match for both fighters. However, UFC CEO Dana White confirmed Jones’s injury, forcing a sudden change in the fight lineup.
In the Midst of Change: Ngannou’s Take
Stepping into Jones’ shoes is Tom Aspinall, who will now face Sergei Pavlovich for the interim heavyweight title at UFC 295. Fans had been looking forward to the clash between Jones and Miocic, and this unexpected development has left many disappointed.
Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, expressed his disappointment upon hearing the news. Currently gearing up for a boxing match against Tyson Fury, Ngannou shared his sympathies for Jones.
“Well, I think it’s sad news. It’s never good news when athletes get injured. Basically, in training. I hope he recovers well. I was very excited to watch that fight and see who was going to win that fight,” Ngannou said during an interview in Saudi Arabia.
“It’s something that can happen to everybody. It could’ve happened here. It could happen to anybody. I don’t think that’s a part of the decision, but yes. It sucks, though.”
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Ngannou, emphasizing the unpredictability of sports, empathized with Jones’s situation, acknowledging that injuries can happen to anyone. His understanding nature highlighted the camaraderie within the fighting community.
This twist in the UFC 295 tale only adds to the unpredictability of the fight world. Fans, while disappointed, are now curious to see how Aspinall will fare against Pavlovich, making the upcoming event all the more intriguing.
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