The Fight of a Lifetime

Francis Ngannou's agent, Marquel Martin, has disclosed that his client earned more money from his bout against Tyson Fury than he did in all of his previous UFC fights combined. The world watched in awe as Ngannou dropped the heavyweight champion in the third round of their highly anticipated clash. While the Cameroonian fighter may not have left Saudi Arabia with a victory, he certainly left with a sizable paycheck.

A Game-Changing Payday

Martin revealed that Ngannou's purse for the fight against Fury far exceeded anything he had earned in the UFC. In fact, the manager emphasized that the amount was multiples higher than what Ngannou could have made in the UFC. Despite some criticism suggesting that Ngannou had missed out on potential earnings, Martin assured fans that his client had not "fumbled the bag."

The Numbers Speak for Themselves

With 14 fights under his belt, including one as a defending champion, Ngannou has certainly made his mark in the UFC. However, his payday from the Fury fight surpasses anything he had earned in the octagon. While the exact figures have not been disclosed, it is believed that Ngannou pocketed a staggering £8.2 million for his clash with the Gypsy King. In contrast, Fury walked away with a jaw-dropping £65 million from the Riyadh showdown.

It's clear that Ngannou's decision to step into the boxing ring paid off, both in terms of his bank account and his reputation as one of the most formidable fighters in the world. Only time will tell what the future holds for this exceptional athlete.