In an interview, UFC fighter Francis Ngannou discussed his contract negotiations with the UFC, including his desire for a three-fight contract without extensions, the ability to box, and the right to have his own sponsorship deals. Ngannou also spoke about his financial struggles before his recent success and his philosophy of not relying on credit cards or loans.
1. The speaker did not come to an agreement with the UFC on a contract proposal.
2. The speaker was under pressure financially and had to borrow money, even before a fight was announced.
3. The speaker received an extension on their contract after declining a fight due to injury.
4. The speaker requested a contract without extensions, the ability to box, and a middle ground compromise.
5. The speaker lost a potential sponsorship deal worth over a million dollars because the UFC announced a deal with the same company.
6. The speaker believes fighters should have the right to their own sponsorship deals.