Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya was visibly emotional as he watched his close friend Francis Ngannou score a first-round knockout victory over Renan Ferreira at PFL: Battle of the Giants. After Ngannou’s dominant return to MMA following a stint in boxing, Adesanya shared his heartfelt reaction on YouTube, cheering on “The Predator” and nearly breaking down in tears.

Ngannou’s emotional win also marked his first fight since the passing of his one-year-old son, Kobe, earlier this year, with Ngannou dedicating his performance to his late son. Adesanya expressed pride and inspiration, reminding fans not to forget Ngannou’s greatness despite past challenges.