Ryan Bader and Renan Ferreira Gear Up to Challenge Francis Ngannou in PFL

Get ready for an epic showdown between Ryan Bader and Renan Ferreira at the highly anticipated PFL vs. Bellator event on Feb. 24.

This rare champ vs. champ fight is a huge deal, and with the potential for Francis Ngannou to enter the mix, the stakes are through the roof. Ngannou, a former UFC heavyweight champion, has made the jump to the PFL and is expected to make his mark once his boxing career winds down.

Both Bader and Ferreira are eager for the opportunity to welcome Ngannou to the PFL following their blockbuster heavyweight headliner in Saudi Arabia.

When asked about Ngannou potentially being next, Bader said, “Yeah, 100 percent. He’s got his boxing fight coming up, but I think it’s perfect timing. We get this done, and the winner gets that opportunity.”

Ferreira echoed the sentiment, stating, “If everything goes as planned, after Feb. 24, Francis is the name. That being said, I’ll be ready to go however he wants to do it. If he wants to do it in MMA, boxing, we’ll be ready.”

With a stacked resume, Bader is a frontrunner among the heavyweights hoping to face Ngannou. His flawless performance as Bellator light heavyweight champion and undefeated record at heavyweight make him a top contender.

Ferreira, on the other hand, has quickly risen through the ranks, securing key victories and claiming the heavyweight champion title during the 2023 season.

While Ngannou casts a shadow over their impending battle, Bader and Ferreira are focused on one thing: securing a win in February to keep their PFL dreams alive.

Despite giving up size to his towering opponent, Bader assured fans that Ferreira has his full attention, stating, “I’m proven in that aspect. He’s an amazing fighter.”

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