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How did Francis Ngannou lose to Derrick Lewis?
Ngannou, who captured the crown by smashing Stipe Miocic at UFC 260 last March, dropped a unanimous decision loss to Lewis at UFC 226 in what is widely-considered one of the worst heavyweight fights in UFC history.
Who is Derrick Lewis next fight?
Derrick Lewis’ next challenge will be against one of the heavyweight division’s hottest prospects. The UFC announced Thursday that Lewis (25-8, 1 NC) will fight Chris Daukaus (12-3) in a heavyweight bout at a UFC Fight Night event on Dec. 18, with a location still to be determined.
Why did Derrick Lewis push Ngannou?
HOUSTON – Derrick Lewis says he dislikes Francis Ngannou and it’s not because they have history. When asked by reporters why he doesn’t like Ngannou, a 285-pound Lewis jokingly said it’s because he makes him look out of shape.
Why is Francis Ngannou not fighting Lewis?
Ngannou was originally slated to defend his title against Lewis. It was understood he was ready to fight again in September but the UFC wanted to keep a heavyweight clash as the headline bout to UFC 265.
Has Derrick Lewis beat Ngannou?
They originally wanted Lewis to challenge Ngannou, but the champion said he would not be ready until September. Along with Miocic, the first time he met Ngannou, Lewis is the only other man who has beaten him in the UFC.
What is Derrick Lewis record?
Derrick Lewis Record: 25-8-0 (1 NC)
| W/L | Fighter | Round |
|---|---|---|
| loss | Derrick Lewis Ciryl Gane | 3 |
| win | Derrick Lewis Curtis Blaydes | 2 |
| win | Derrick Lewis Aleksei Oleinik | 2 |
| win | Derrick Lewis Ilir Latifi | 3 |
Who was Derrick Lewis last opponent?
Lewis faced Blagoy Ivanov on November 2, 2019 at UFC 244. He won the fight via split decision. Lewis faced Ilir Latifi on February 8, 2020 at UFC 247.
Who has the most knockouts in UFC history?
Matt Brown and Derrick Lewis are tied for first place in the UFC’s record book when it comes to the most knockouts in the promotion’s history. The pair of competitors are co-record-holders with 12 KO/TKO wins apiece.
How tall is Ngannou?
6′ 4″Francis Ngannou / Height