Francis Ngannou Opens Up About His Departure from UFC and New Role with PFL on Joe Rogan's Podcast Francis Ngannou, the former UFC heavyweight champion, made headlines when he left the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) in December 2022. This decision, which shocked many in the mixed martial arts (MMA) community, was not well-received by UFC CEO Dana White. However, Ngannou felt it was necessary due to his strained relationship with the organization. Now, as part of the Professional Fighters League (PFL), Ngannou shares his journey and future plans with Joe Rogan. #UFC304 #JoeRogan #DanaWhite Francis Ngannou's Transition to PFL Leaving UFC: A Difficult Decision Ngannou's exit from the UFC marked a significant shift in his career. Despite being a celebrated heavyweight champion, Ngannou was fed up with the drama surrounding his relationship with the UFC. He stated: "And to be honest, one thing, I have a healthy relationship, you know. It’s peaceful. Get to the point of my life t