Francis your story is an inspiration. you will always be a legend to me even if you never fight again.
@fredd3.14 Жыл бұрын
100%
@despoofficial Жыл бұрын
exactly.
@thegameon4112 Жыл бұрын
Yeah!
@flyingmonke Жыл бұрын
It went from "Ngannou is going to make millions outside the UFC" To "ill support him even if he doesn't fight again"
@tonyduong6159 Жыл бұрын
@@flyingmonke Yup, Francis's stock is dropping everyday he is not fighting. And now that Jones is back and is the heavy weight champ, it's going to be hard for Francis. Francis should start digging again.
@NumexP Жыл бұрын
When people in the western world say that Francis was a fool to leave such amount of money on the table of contract, they don't know that what he has currently achieved is a success. They dont know the struggle he had as a child. crossing to Europe almost dead. Going to Jail in France before he found MMA. He already won in life. He is a champion not only in UFC but in life. A lot of UFC athletes may make money but are they champions in their life story? Being a Champion in life is not about money alone. It is looking back at where you are coming from and realise that God has blessed you. Francis is a winner whether he fights in any sports or not.
@dayligs Жыл бұрын
Yeah, many of us Westeners simply don't appreciate Francis. Still our HW Champ.
@tony16991 Жыл бұрын
Dude's dumb af for fumbling the $8million bag.
@kevindimauro3937 Жыл бұрын
Francis has most likely made more money than most people in the west will ever make in their lives. He probably never has to work again, and he did all that coming from absolutely nothing. That fact alone should be commended and inspirational. That being said, leaving the UFC hoping to find bigger money elsewhere was a mistake. He won’t find bigger money outside of the UFC. So his decision to turn down the second biggest contract in UFC history, while brave, will result in him making less money and leaving a weaker legacy as a fighter. And if money and glory is not what he is seeking than good for him. He can retire with peace as one of the greatest UFC fighters ever. He doesn’t need to prove anything to anyone.
@lawrencehan5591 Жыл бұрын
OK sure but what does this have to do with his decision making for leaving the contract?
@Newbtuber Жыл бұрын
It would be understandable if he had left the UFC to fight for less money which would prove his point of being treated poorly in the UFC and that it was not about the money. But he instead left the UFC hoping to make more money outside. So let be real, it was a dumb decision no matter how you spill it because it is looking grim. Since his only chance to make good money is against Tyson Fury but the man does not sell pay per view well and is notorious for taking 80-90% of the purse. Best he sold was 800k in Wilder rematch. His other ppv is no where near. So him thinking he would get anything near 30 million in 1 boxing fight with Tyson is very stupid. As a person, he is very good but his knowledge in business is terrible. If he had a manager, they would of told him right away he can not get anything comparable outside the UFC.
@juliang.4853 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely dont care about what anyone claims about Francis Ngannou. All I see is a man loving live and giving thanks and sharing his success.
@leshocker2056 Жыл бұрын
Francis is a real african 🇨🇲
@ucheboi9475 Жыл бұрын
You slow asf
@SneakyGang412 Жыл бұрын
Ya think?
@user-oh3je5vl3y9 ай бұрын
💯
@Terytheboss19 күн бұрын
Not according to Dricus
@78town Жыл бұрын
My dad had a similar story. He now collects hot wheel cars and lives out the childhood he never had. He’s full of joy and happiness realizing it’s okay to be young again.
@much-love- Жыл бұрын
that's beautiful man. God bless your Dad
@DanHuberTube Жыл бұрын
Or even better yet let the goddess bless him
@vlinderversteeg1778 Жыл бұрын
❤
@chasem7130 Жыл бұрын
Imagine hating on this guy. Upmost respect ✊
@obitriceforlife5771 Жыл бұрын
Exactly lol it’s looks weird
@Jesussat55js Жыл бұрын
100% agree Jon Jones fans are so delusional for hating a guy who fought for his rights.
@Michael-nj1um Жыл бұрын
Francis was never dethroned. Heavyweight champion of the world!! ✌👊
@battlevain Жыл бұрын
Great video. The difference between fighters and warriors is that nearly all fighters are built in the gym, but warriors are always created in the furnace of adversity. Francis is a true warrior, who's sacrifices for his family saw him endure many years of hardship, shame and ridicule. Only a true warrior can take these demons and forge them into becoming his spiritual armour and not his jailors. Once achieved, the warrior becomes the true master of the Arenas of life. All honour to Francis Ngannou.
@chadschool Жыл бұрын
Wow even many years later, the way Francis shovels dirt so efficiently, you can tell he mastered the technique. This is how champions are made.
@RunForPeace-hk1cu Жыл бұрын
He has pride in his work. This is why he's a champion.
@oooo-fu5sm Жыл бұрын
Really dude??
@goodbyerealworld8982 Жыл бұрын
@@oooo-fu5sm It may not seem like it, but it's how champions are made.
@ggu2294 Жыл бұрын
@@oooo-fu5smFoh d* mb @ s$ 🤪
@marcnobel3938 Жыл бұрын
A good example what a man with a will and afford can reach in life. That deserves absolute respect!
@robertjarrett8876 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely 💯
@LaakhonAmitMeinEk Жыл бұрын
dana got frustrated out of countless negotiations because francis didn't bend. that's what happens when egotistical people don't understand the meaning of NO. Francis could've have bent and agreed respecting dana. but he chose not to. that's his call. it doesn't make him bad. he just doesn't want to be exploited by another human anymore. he's had enough of that all through his life. he's earned his freedom putting his life on the line, its not something he can easily giveaway in exchange for money.
@jamesfranko1568 Жыл бұрын
@@LaakhonAmitMeinEk yea well how's francis doing now? it's not about respect or any petty talks, Francis is just simply money hungry. What freedom are you talking about? You think Apple employees have the freedom to work for Google and share Apple's knowledge? This is business. Francis already have his freedom as free agent so wtf are you talking about?
@LaakhonAmitMeinEk Жыл бұрын
@@jamesfranko1568 k
@jamesfranko1568 Жыл бұрын
@@LaakhonAmitMeinEk exactly
@davide.b80279 ай бұрын
This needs to be a movie.
@zeldris478 Жыл бұрын
This guy has forever embraced where he came from.
@janjezz Жыл бұрын
Francis you're a champion in life!
@mostaphiofthekingjuba8204 Жыл бұрын
After the departure of the hero Francis, martial arts became boring. We have missed a predator and hero like you, Brother Francis. We wish you a happy life and future🙂👍🏽
@callmeoutifimbeingatwat4650 Жыл бұрын
What rubbish are you on about
@mostaphiofthekingjuba8204 Жыл бұрын
Francis, humility, prestige, strength and beauty, that's all I can describe you with👍🏽🇩🇿♓❤🇨🇲
@drewdanger Жыл бұрын
Let's go Francis! I will always support you!
@slumz8407 Жыл бұрын
Dude u can tell this dude worked there for a long fckin time , he has 2 stances that do not fckin change when shoveling , its crazy when he gets tired he switches just like boxing or wtestling. This dude was training for fighting without throwing pubches and didnt even fckin know it.
@shhwinner666318 күн бұрын
like the rocky films
@henrysiegel6616 Жыл бұрын
A humble hero. A gentle giant. Love you Ngannou!
@Waren_ng Жыл бұрын
A Real and humble Guy with a great spirit🥊, a Real African
@aishabaidydiop9 ай бұрын
Yes a really african. Africans are strong..That why they are the first humans in the world. They are really survivors since the begining of humanity..Very strong and resilient..Others peoples around the world like whites, arabes, chineses, indians think that they are superior than Africans..But they mistake..Africa is the Mother land of mankind of humanity....It because of the strongest of our Africans ancestors that alls peoples of the world are here today..The original People is Africa Mother of all humanity. Thank you Africa. You are blessed by God.
@edwardconsole4827 Жыл бұрын
You inspire an entire world champ, never forget where you came from, and how much you achieved.
@alexpater2892 Жыл бұрын
What people don't understand is that Francis don't give a damn about what they think about him. He's an absolute champ.. and it's easy to talk but he eill fo whatever he wants and nobody can say anything cause this guy came from extreme struggle and poverty to the top of the world and that's why he's the forever HW champ
@CaptainTrekker Жыл бұрын
You are naive if you think Francis doesn't care about money 🤑
@AkeemDenim Жыл бұрын
I got nothing but love and respect for Francis. He came from nothing and made it to the top with hard work and determination. He is an inspiration and as a fellow African I am proud and glad that he is repping the continent. One love ❤
@providencenkomo2622 Жыл бұрын
all the way from Zimbabwe. one day will shake your hand for your words have comforted me, its nice to hear the champ describe the exact experiences going through and to uphold, fight until something happens
@tony16991 Жыл бұрын
What is Zimbabwe?
@vicentematta7961 Жыл бұрын
Un énorme respect pour ce que Francis a accompli, 🙏 tu as peut-être loupé ton enfance, mais tu as réussi ta vie d'adulte et de qu'elle manière! Tu es devenu une légende, Un guerrier dans la cage et au dehors💪 arriver sur le toit du monde et tenir tête à Dana White et à l'UFC comme tu l'as fais, ça force le respect! 🙏 Force à Francis 💪
@winstonken1856 Жыл бұрын
I have listened to your story and man, what you have must been through. You deserve the upmost respect and you inspire me to keep going. Thank you for putting yourself out here so we can learn about your life and where u came from. Francis, you are champ, with or without the belt!
@nikto69569 ай бұрын
One day francis will be the president of Cameron.
@lordofthebeltsthereturnoft1127 Жыл бұрын
It's crazy how big Ngannou grew, considering he clearly didn't eat enough food as a child, if we was fully fed he would probably have originally reached more like 6'6". That sand mind work looks really hard, it's probably what built up Ngannou's muscles so much, because as you can see it's a lot of work with twisting your whole body, this translates into punching obviously. It's sad to hear about his childhood and the shame of being poor, so many kids suffer from this, and not even just in Africa, but even in places all over the world. He is correct also, a child thinking they are better because they happened to be born into a family that had more money is faulty thinking, since this child never achieved any of that themselves, they just got lucky by being born into that family. This is why I never look up to the British royal family members or any such people, since they never achieved anything and they just were born into a lucky situation. The most powerful people are those who started from 0 and made it to high levels in life, like Ngannou.
@bulletproof1581 Жыл бұрын
I came up with a saying a number of years ago, and I say this to people all the time as I feel it's a good point to make, I say to people ''You are no better then anyone else, you are simply better off then some''. Truly realising why you are where you are in life, and being grateful for the pat on the back life has given you, instead of the kick in the genitals that you could have been given, this outlook truly makes a difference on how you are as a person, and how you make your way through life :)
@a1uca7 ай бұрын
Out of context but theyre thesame as manny pacquiao literally theyre both humbled by life.
@robertjarrett8876 Жыл бұрын
You absolutely missed your childhood, Champ but it also help turn you into the hardest hitting fighter EVER !! 💪 All the best to you and all your family Champ.
@cortneyholt Жыл бұрын
Love you Francis!!!!! God bless you brother!
@elyad67 Жыл бұрын
What a video, Francis stays true to his roots. Never forgets where he came from and everything he has achieved came from there
@808vws8 Жыл бұрын
Francis you’ll probably never see or read this but just in case you do read comments (majority of your comments are positive/nice ppl thanking you for being an inspirational lite for them). Thank YOU for sharing your life stories Francis...they’ve touched many hearts&left imprints in countless souls. Aloha from Hawaii brahda🙏🏽🤙🏽
@michellesassouni28639 ай бұрын
Beautiful human being with a beyond incredible story. He’s the real life Rocky. The world is yours Francis and you’re forever a legend!
@marouanenakkaze8791 Жыл бұрын
I respect this legendary man. He is an example of patience and courage. Damn you, Dana White
@The_Eagle_Official Жыл бұрын
this didn't age well bro
@Rahulsonar170 Жыл бұрын
Champion was within you
@Shane6619 ай бұрын
My favorite part of his fight with Fury is that it has drawn a lot of people to listen to Francis' story. I never knew much of this, and hearing him tell his story gives me, and others, strength.
@sz-gn9id10 ай бұрын
He is and will always be a legend
@y_not Жыл бұрын
His story shows how incredible the human mind can be, and how incredible the human body can be given he grew to his adult size eating so little
@cameroonhouseofcomedy639 Жыл бұрын
Legends can never die 🔥
@jjsavior Жыл бұрын
Some of us still believe in you and hope it works out.
@anasshahid224 Жыл бұрын
Inspirational journey Francis Ngannou 👏👏👏 Respect that you never forget where you came from ✊🏽 Keep shining champ ⭐️
@levymbou3842 Жыл бұрын
Ton histoire est très touchant, si tu peux tourner un film avec cet histoire, ça va motivé bcp des gens qui désespèrent dans la vie
@pacificplug Жыл бұрын
stay strong champ
@magos_0083 Жыл бұрын
So humble
@tracyparker7897 Жыл бұрын
What's up Francis ngannou? Just for the record thank you for being so great for the time you had in the UFC and I understand why you left and you still my favorite fighter😊
@chaunceyphillips7472 Жыл бұрын
the true definition of "got it out the dirt"
@sjcobra84 Жыл бұрын
Do what makes you happy.
@blickmaster6910 ай бұрын
Francis the 🐐
@SKINNY_BRUH Жыл бұрын
The man who changed the MMA world for good... He is divine
@aliencity9309 Жыл бұрын
three kings team ngannou love
@HJRC_ Жыл бұрын
Man this footage is oddly satisfying
@matthew-jy5jp Жыл бұрын
You have come a long way champ. You make your family and the world proud. Having no money and now having a lot you see life from a different perspective. And that's good that you stayed humble. Money ruins many people's hearts. Do what's best for you and always give glory to God and God bless you
@amnesia.gamer1995 Жыл бұрын
merci pour cette motivation francis tu est le best
@jsosa2727 Жыл бұрын
GOD bless Francis.
@federalgodson Жыл бұрын
What a journey. I hope you achieve more soon.
@EthosLegos Жыл бұрын
Here I am complaining of small stuff. Francis, thank you for sharing your story.
@enod9746 Жыл бұрын
Anyone who thinks shovelling sand in the blazing African sun is easy should try it out one day. First time I did it, I could not get up from bed the next day. I was a mass of pains.
@alwaysdriven Жыл бұрын
Francis was the first to gas! That tells you how hard that job is. I dug an 8x8 hole once when I was 19 with a shovel. And i never done a more physical job since! It was intense, i feel for these guys
@ritamarkova15028 ай бұрын
That was his gym from childhood, that strengthened his body and character. Real man💪👍 became a Star, but he remain kind modest person. Respect Ngann🥰 Good luck
@bandeko197 Жыл бұрын
Un homme qui n’oublie pas d’où il vient 🔥🔥🔥👍🏾👍🏾🙏🏾
@dominiquec824410 ай бұрын
Two of the strongest type of people ive met in my life. People from Africa, and people from the carribean. But carribbean people get wayyyy stronger but only when they get angry.😅😅.
@stephane3690 Жыл бұрын
MachaAllah. J'habitais à côté de ta première salle de MMA et j''en faisais moi-même. Puisses-tu garder cette humilité Francis, et puisse Allah t'accorder encore d'avantage de bien.
@djoffawestwest1103 Жыл бұрын
✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿✊🏿 I hope to see you fight again brotha !!!
@lucasSantos-xj7nn Жыл бұрын
🥊🥋 This is the secret to have strong punch: working in the Sand Mines
@SuppA239 Жыл бұрын
That’s why ppl getting Knocked Out Hidden Anger 🙏🏾 Talk to sombody when u hurt ✌🏾peace ppl
@tenebre911 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your story Francis. Those of us that know stand with you.
@unlimitedpowertv8048 Жыл бұрын
One of the reasons he is so strong, look at that work he had to do.
@xiOw.1G Жыл бұрын
KING.
@KoungJunior5 ай бұрын
You are a legend for us 🙏🏾 ♥️ so proud to be a camerounian 🇨🇲🇨🇲
@Moonlight-dg9wq Жыл бұрын
Respect 🙌 👑
@JAM_20249 ай бұрын
Congrats on your boxing match with Fury. You did incredible!
@lariyo9122 Жыл бұрын
Francis is the pure embodiment of the African spirit. Very sad to see DDP attempt to diminish other African achievements to get a title shot.
@trex1517 Жыл бұрын
We dont panic Champ. Dont worry. We are with you and we know that we gona see you fight soon.
@LNGD_46 Жыл бұрын
Francis, you're my hero ❤️
@user-nf5gg7gg7d9 ай бұрын
The story of Francis is a great inspiration and motivation,and I Hope become a movie Someday
@randysangarr Жыл бұрын
no need to fight for money fuck the greed. You came from nothing and you are going back with something. That is enough in your heart and i support you.
@kenneththomas8536 Жыл бұрын
Love you Francis ❤
@domovnakypru5 ай бұрын
Francis for me is a living Legend, very few men on earth are capable of what he has done that's why for me he is the GOAT
@roz-storm8102 Жыл бұрын
Just wow!
@outlander234 Жыл бұрын
Everyone that hasnt experienced poverty or terrible disease should consider themselves lucky regardless where they may be in life, you are lucky.
@MobaCry Жыл бұрын
Look at the gesture while he is working... Now compare it to the way you throw an uppercut. This job definitely helped him get some power in his punch.
@frankchumezie16268 ай бұрын
The heart of a king. God bless you Francis.
@er1q1 Жыл бұрын
beautiful, what i get from this is a deep sense of greatfulness from francis to have come out of that situation
@jaycruzsemple Жыл бұрын
I would like to be your friend I am from Scotland I comment on most of your videos unfortunately I lost my eyesight in 2014 and remained determined to get it restored so I can compete again teach again and be an inspiration to my little boy he took part in his first kickboxing open martial art competition other day but unfortunately there was some unfair competitors lying about grade standard and who were a lot more advanced and pretending to be a beginner in August and unfairly my little boy got beat but I have been a good father dad and told him to continue training we will try and find some gym or someplace to up his training in and get him where he needs to be I tried train him as best I can with the limited vision I have and remain determined to get it restored here away it would be great to one day meet you if you are ever in Scotland I really hope you get back into fighting soon I also have not had my first ever I have not yet had my MRI scan on my ACL and my MCL tear yet to see how bad it is still cannot do any kicks without click in my knee I just hope I don't need surgery as this would be horrible I am being part of I'm going to believe it is on the mend god bless you and keep up the great work
@artins1636 Жыл бұрын
What a journey. I wish him all the best and a lot of success
@realAamirShahzad Жыл бұрын
Stay strong Francis!!!
@tejastrojan Жыл бұрын
The Man, The Myth, The Legend.
@olivercheeseman8227 Жыл бұрын
Francis is The Man, he's triumphed over so much.
@TheDonsensation Жыл бұрын
The daily strugles of African kings we are super humans 🤲🏽💯❤
@DangG3r Жыл бұрын
a very humble man , may Jesus keep him in good health
@DanHuberTube Жыл бұрын
He should drink water and eat his fruits and vegetables to.
@violent_bebop9687 Жыл бұрын
Frances has has Wisdom and Perspective far beyond his years. I hear it too, rumble of thunder from my homeland.
@hazardzista8314 Жыл бұрын
Very hard work
@KaloyCoder Жыл бұрын
Love ya champ! fight the good fight!
@tonysamsenthaikhambaoxaych8507 Жыл бұрын
Respects 🙏 theres just something so special about fighters who really came from a struggle 💯 thats what makes them so unique 🤝🤝🤝
@ngoziglory53369 ай бұрын
This man is a legend 💪👑,This story looks like a movie production but a real life so inspirational ❤❤
@ryanhumphrey23099 ай бұрын
He’s so smooth with that shovel
@skillbobby1220 Жыл бұрын
Wouuuaw bravo Francis
@chiefzz7659 Жыл бұрын
How can he lose if he already won in life 💪🏻
@user-nf5gg7gg7d9 ай бұрын
God bless Francis and his family
@abdi14 Жыл бұрын
We support you whatever you choose to do going forward.