"Everyone waiting for Jon Jones" - Fans react as Francis Ngannou shares snaps "working back up" with coach Dewey Cooper

MMA fans reacted to former UFC star Francis Ngannou's latest training snaps with his coach Dewey Cooper.

Ngannou, in his last fight, squared off against Renan Ferreira in October last year and delivered a spectacular performance, knocking Ferreira out in the first round with punches to claim the PFL Super Fights heavyweight title.

It seems ‘The Predator’ is gearing up to make his return, as he was seen training with Cooper.

Ngannou took to Instagram and shared the training snaps with Cooper, writing:

"working back up."

Check out the snaps below:

Photo collage of Francis Ngannou's training with Dewey Cooper. [Images courtesy: @francisngannou on Instagram]

The post has sparked reactions from several MMA enthusiasts who rushed to the comment section to share their thoughts.

One fan noted a shift in Ngannou’s posture and remarked that he seems to be leaning more toward a boxing style now. The fan commented:

“Francis starting looking like a boxer more than an mma fighter.. the posture. Keep on inspiring Brother.”

Another user voiced concerns about the lack of strong competition for the former UFC heavyweight champion in the PFL, writing:

“Much respect big champ! Too bad @pflmma has no good quality opponents for you to fight though.”

One fan wrote:

“Ngannou vs the world!! Boxing world luck he didn't start boxing at 8 or something because he would be the champ right now.”

Another user expressed their desire to see Ngannou vs. Jon Jones, writing:

“Everyone waiting for Jon Jones Ngannou.”

Check out fan reactions below:

Fan reactions screenshot. [Screenshot courtesy: @francisngannou on Instagram]

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PFL co-founder shares insight on Francis Ngannou's 2025 plans with one MMA and one boxing fight

PFL co-founder Donn Davis shared insights into Francis Ngannou's future during an appearance on TalkSport MMA when asked about ‘The Predator'. He said,

"We're true partners, we work with him on what's the best thing for the year. It's one MMA and one boxing, [we decide] what order and what opponents to maximize Francis' career that year. So, we're still in discussions with him, but it will be one boxing and one MMA. If you're going to ask me my guess - it's Francis' decision - but I think boxing will come first, MMA will come second.”

Check out Donn Davis’ comments below (5:36):

Following his exit from the UFC, Ngannou fought twice in boxing, against Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. In both bouts, he suffered losses.