Filed under: Featured , News , UFC , Videos LAS VEGAS – The biggest fight of Francis Ngannou ’s young career is right around the corner, and it’s not lost on the UFC heavyweight rising star why he’s reached this point so quickly. Ngannou, who’s fought MMA professionally for just four years, is set to take on Alistair Overeem in what is widely considered a title eliminator Dec. 2 at UFC 218 from Little Caesar’s Arena in Detroit. Not only are the stakes the highest they’ve ever been for Ngannou, it’s also his first appearance on pay-per-view – and in the co-main event, no less. Related Fabricio Werdum not so sure Alistair Overeem-Francis Ngannou winner deserves UFC title shot Through five UFC fights, Ngannou’s power and athleticism have overwhelmed opponents, leading to all five victories via stoppage
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