Francis Ngannou is a Cameroonian-born professional mixed martial artist (MMA) who competes in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). He was born on September 5, 1986, in Batie, Cameroon. Ngannou is known for his incredible strength, punching power, and knockout ability, earning him the nickname "The Predator."
Before his MMA career, Ngannou worked in a sand quarry in Cameroon and then migrated to France, where he began training in boxing. His athletic abilities were soon recognized by coaches, leading him to transition into MMA. He made his professional MMA debut in 2013.