Francis Ngannou Discusses Having Fun Again at UFC Fight Night 141

UFC heavyweight fighter Francis Ngannou spoke to reporters at the post-fight press conference today (via MMAjunkie) after his main event win at UFC Fight Night 141. Earlier today, Ngannou knocked out Curtis Blaydes less than a minute into the first round. Below are some highlights from the presser.

Ngannou on returning to have fun: “I came back tonight to have fun. My last fight wasn’t that good, just because I was too concerned about what’s going to happen. I put a lot of stuff in my mind. Then, after that, I took time and thought about why I started this sport. Because, at the beginning, my dream was to become a world-class boxer. And why I stepped into MMA, it was to have fun. I had to kind of remind myself what was the purpose, what was the goal – first of all, have fun. Then I came here tonight about having fun. It happened really great, which is good. I didn’t get any damage, so I’m ready to go.”

Ngannou on what’s next for him: “Right now, (Cormier) is the champ of the division. And then, for my last few fights, I didn’t do great. So I don’t think I’m going to have a chance now. So, (between these) two fighters, I’ll take the one that I can have – (it) would be Stipe.”