2024 PFL Superfights PPV: Giants Clash at Mayadeen Theater in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, Oct. 17, 2024. (Matt Ferris / PFL)
The forthcoming 'Battle of the Giants' event is gearing up to be a thrilling spectacle, led by MMA powerhouse and undisputed Heavyweight Champion Francis Ngannou (17-3), who is set to make his eagerly awaited comeback to the sport. Ngannou will go head-to-head with the towering 6-foot-8 Renan 'Problema' Ferreira (13-3, 3 NC), the reigning 2023 PFL Heavyweight Champion, on Saturday night, October 19, in a bid for the PFL Super Fights Championship Belt. The event will unfold at the opulent Mayadeen Theatre in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
In a light-hearted moment before the main event, the former UFC star and heavyweight world champion displayed his playful side, much to the delight of the audience at a pre-fight gathering held at the Mayadeen Theatre. When a reporter requested him to sing along to the iconic Bollywood hit 'I’m a Disco Dancer', Ngannou readily joined in, dancing to the catchy tune, which elicited laughter and applause from the crowd.
His lively energy continued unabated. When queried if the upbeat song is part of his pre-fight ritual, Ngannou disclosed a surprising affinity for Bollywood. Who would have guessed that the heavyweight harbors a 'soft spot' for Indian cinema? 'That song is part of my childhood. I used to watch a lot of Bollywood movies and loved listening to Bollywood songs,' he shared, also expressing his admiration for films like Disco Dancer (1982) and Teri Kasam (1982). Fans swiftly took to social media, reacting to clips of the champion singing along, celebrating the unexpected insight into Ngannou’s life beyond the cage.
In a media interaction back in 2021, the heavyweight champion also revealed his enchantment with 'I'm a Disco Dancer', a popular song featuring the iconic Indian actor Mithun Chakraborty. Composed by Bappi Lahiri, the song blends disco beats with catchy lyrics, making it a defining track of the disco era in India that continues to be popular to this day.
2024 PFL Superfights 'Battle of the Giants' at the Mayadeen Theatre in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia
Ngannou's return to MMA
On another note, Ngannou is poised to make his highly anticipated return to MMA as he faces Ferreira in a monumental showdown at the PFL Super Fight event. The heavyweight champion, renowned for his knockout power and explosive fighting style, will confront the towering Ferreira, who stands at an impressive 6 feet 8 inches. The stakes are high as Ngannou seeks to solidify his legacy and reclaim his dominance in the heavyweight division, while Ferreira aims to prove he is the best in the world. The Brazilian mixed martial artist is sure to pose a tough challenge for the Cameroonian, but as Ngannou states, 'Every problem has a solution.' Fans are eagerly anticipating what promises to be an unforgettable battle of power and skill in the heart of Riyadh.
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