After his triumphant return to MMA, Francis Ngannou is leaving the door open for a blockbuster fight against UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones in 2025. Ngannou, who knocked out Renan Ferreira in the first round during the PFL Super Fights: Battle of the Giants in Saudi Arabia, has been the subject of intense speculation regarding a potential champion vs. champion clash with Jones.

Despite a history of rivalry, Jon Jones showed respect for Ngannou’s performance, tweeting a classy message congratulating the former UFC champ on his impressive display, which included powerful kicks and takedowns. “Wow congratulations Champ, I see you,” Jones wrote.

Ngannou acknowledged the praise during an interview with Ariel Helwani, describing Jones’ tweet as a “class act.” While the logistics of a cross-promotion between the UFC and PFL remain challenging, the involvement of Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh in both organizations has sparked new hope among fans for this epic heavyweight showdown.

Could 2025 see Ngannou vs. Jones, the dream fight MMA fans have long awaited? According to Ngannou, there’s a chance.