He's just on a tear." Indeed, Ngannou has won four straight , all by first-round KO/TKO. Miocic is coming off a successful title defense over Daniel Cormier at UFC 252 on Aug. 15.

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Front and center for Ngannou’s anticipated title rematch with former kingpin Stipe Miocic, Rogan claimed the setting for their grudge re-run back in 2021 was more than ideal.

Love his story. Love what he's all about. 'I think it's a 50-50 fight, to be honest. Francis is a scary man, but I think, technically, I would take the edge. But, I think that's a great fight.' ...