Eric Nicksick, Ngannou's coach, previously revealed that a return to UFC was a possibility. The 38-year-old left the promotion in January 2023 and signed with the Professional Fighters League four months later. Ngannou currently holds the PFL Super Fights heavyweight title.

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones issued the challenge and it did not take long for Francis Ngannou to respond.

Francis Ngannou responds to Jon Jones' callout as both heavyweight stars express interest in finally settling their long-standing MMA rivalry.