Francis Ngannou is a mixed martial artist of French-Cameroonian nationality, currently holding the heavyweight champion title in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC).
He has a net worth of approximately $5 million. This article details Francis Ngannou Net Worth in 2023, his salary, age, wife, and other relevant information.
Francis Ngannou Biography Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Full Name | Francis Ngannou |
| Nickname | The Predator |
| Birthdate | September 5, 1986 |
| Birthplace | Batié, Cameroon |
| Nationality | Cameroonian |
| Height | 6 ft 4 in (193 cm) |
| Weight | 260 lb (118 kg) |
| Reach | 83 in (211 cm) |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Fighting out of | Paris, France |
| Division | Heavyweight |
| Years active | 2013–present |
| Record | 16-3-0 (MMA), 6-2-0 (UFC) |
| Notable Wins | Stipe Miocic, Junior dos Santos, Curtis Blaydes |
| Championships | UFC Heavyweight Championship |
| Net Worth | Approximately $4 million (as of 2023) |
Francis Ngannou’s Early Life & Career
Francis Ngannou was born in Cameroon and had a troubled childhood, being exposed to local gangs. However, he refused to join them after witnessing his father’s reputation as a street fighter. Ngannou started training in boxing at 22, but could not take it seriously until 26 due to illness and family issues.
In pursuit of a professional boxing career, he moved to Paris. After reaching Europe, Ngannou was arrested for illegal border crossing and jailed for two months. He then met Fernand Lopez and started training at a local gym for free. In 2013, Ngannou began his professional career fighting under the French promotion 100% Fight and other local promotions, amassing a record of 5-1.
In 2015, Ngannou debuted his UFC, defeating Luis Henrique via round 2 KO. He went on to win 12 out of 14 fights in his UFC career. Ngannou’s first attempt at the UFC Heavyweight championship title was unsuccessful in 2018, as he lost to Miocic via unanimous decision.
However, he faced Miocic again in 2021 and won the title. He successfully defended his title in a 5-round fight via unanimous decision at UFC 270 on January 22, 2022. Ngannou is currently the hardest-recorded puncher in the world and is ranked 5th in UFC men’s pound-for-pound rankings.
Francis Ngannou’s stats:
Mixed Martial Arts Record
| Category | Win | Loss |
| Knockout | 12 | 0 |
| Submission | 4 | 0 |
| Decision | 1 | 3 |
UFC Stats: 2022 UTD
| Category | Stats |
| Significant Strikes Landed per Minute | 2.33 |
| Significant Striking Accuracy | 41% |
| Significant Strikes Absorbed per Minute | 2.16 |
| Significant Strike Defense | 41% |
| Avg Takedowns Landed per 15min | 0.76 |
| Takedown Accuracy | 62% |
| Takedown Defense | 71% |
| Avg Submissions Attempted per 15min | 0.3 |
Francis Ngannou’s Net Worth & Earnings
As of 2023, Francis Ngannou’s net worth is around $4 million. Ngannou’s earnings come primarily from his UFC fights, where he earns a base salary and additional bonuses for winning or performance of the night.
In his last fight against Stipe Miocic in 2021, Ngannou earned a reported $600,000, including a $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus. He also earned a disclosed $500,000 in his title defense against Derrick Lewis at UFC 265. Besides his MMA career, Ngannou has also earned money through sponsorships with companies such as Reebok, Monster Energy, and Puma.
| Event | Guaranteed Payment | Bonus | Total |
| UFC 270 | $600,000 | – | $642,000 |
| UFC 260 | $500,000 | $50,000 | $580,000 |
| UFC 249 | $130,000 | $180,000 | $320,000 |
| UFC Fight Night: Ngannou vs dos Santos | $120,000 | $170,000 | $300,000 |
| UFC Fight Night: Ngannou vs Velasques | $110,000 | $160,000 | $225,000 |
| UFC Fight Night: Blaydes vs Ngannou 2 | $100,000 | $150,000 | $225,000 |
Francis Ngannou’s Endorsements & Assets
Francis Ngannou’s growing fame in the UFC has brought him success in the octagon and opportunities for endorsement deals. He has signed deals with notable brands such as Puma, Natura, and NODS.
In addition to his monetary assets, Ngannou owns a house in Las Vegas, where he has been training for his fights. He also has a luxury car collection, which includes a Rolls-Royce and a Lamborghini.
