The DC Check-In With Francis Ngannou Pt. 1 of 2

While in Vegas I did a "Check -In" with Francis Ngannou. We talked at length about life as a champion , losing title fights to what his wins mean to Cameroon. And why he snubbed Cyril Gane and Fernand Lopez in Brooklyn. Was it a UFC set up, check what Francis has to say!
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[@36547]

DC has chemistry with mostly all the fighters. These check in interviews are great

[@JSJ07]

Chemistry so good we might get a check in with Jones one day

[@salehmansour1]

@@JSJ07 I don’t see that happening but hey

[@lukeism2]

Everyone says DC is a good guy

[@danielsaiyan4280]

D.C is a likable guy u feel like he one of the boys when u talk to him

[@williamworrell2058]

DC is basically the grandpa of all the UFC fighters 😂😂

[@ismaieladen4814]

So cool how DC has a personal friendly relationship with almost the whole UFC roaster 😂

[@zeezus890]

All the beef is reserved for Jon Jones exclusively

[@REDANDSILVER741]

Not with Juston Gaethje.

[@Deadricblood]

@@REDANDSILVER741 Him and Gaethje are good friends haha

[@turtwig104]

@@REDANDSILVER741 They just went golfing last week. 🙄

[@craigman7262]

I'm more shocked seeing that DC is as big width wise as Francis.

[@A1Gz_]

I love how Francis holds stipe on such a high pedestal. He truly respects him more than anybody else and it’s admirable

[@thepicplug397]

Ofc he the only one that wver beat ngannous ass ...and not just beat it showed a different level of tht don't earn respect wht would

[@user-kq6ju6hc1w]

Francis vs stipe...picplug vs English class

[@DeterminedFC]

@@user-kq6ju6hc1w it's a comments section not English class weirdo

[@user-kq6ju6hc1w]

@@DeterminedFC Obviously not. Francis, picplug, and stipe combined can't produce a proper sentence.

[@DeterminedFC]

@@user-kq6ju6hc1w and all more successful than you ... don't lie you have pipe dreams of being a English teacher but instead you patrol KZbin , say no to drugs

[@axel_adams4988]

Francis Ngannou has improved his English tremendously... This man is a walking inspiration

[@davidfox739]

He’s amazing constantly improving all aspects.

[@aluskysystems1129]

Yes he has, but is very funny when Americans mock people over English while in general 90% of Americans don’t speak real English. Is I gonna in a dictionary?

[@elizabetho6506]

Dc needs a 3pm or prime time show. He’s a national treasure

[@ricardoxavier827]

DC disrespect fighters on the interviews. He just cut out their will to speak, like he did to Bethe Correia, her last fight, her last speech, and even ignores the emotional message of the fighters in the last weekend he did that to Ketlen Vieira. I dont like DC.

[@duramaxdad]

@@ricardoxavier827 How’s it feel alone on that fence? Even if it’s true u r picking the man apart when he’s a national treasure most always. Appreciate. Love is stronger then hate. Admiration better then devaluing. U will come around or not. Though Dc does need new haterz. His old ones r fans. Peace.

[@rollo_tomasi3853]

Francis Ngannou actually has a pretty great sense of humour 😂 *Love this interview DC* 👏🙌

[@PheseantNetsuke]

he was like "I put my shoelaces in that fight?"

[@youngclueless7364]

When both Khabib and Francis are annoyed about DC always being late, you already know its true 😂

[@T1tusCr0w]

Facts ! D.C. had to get that sweet in after lunch though. The time goes so fast with a pancake 🥞 stack right there 🤣

[@joegarrison5911]

Black American being late? What else is new!

[@waterboye4667]

DC from new orleans we always late 😂😂😂

[@Eagles2020]

@@joegarrison5911 that guy is a ufc champ something that you never could accomplish. I give him a pass for being late

[@joegarrison5911]

@@Eagles2020 HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@TroubleOnTheWaters]

Man this is such a great interview. I know it's been said already, but Francis' comprehension of English so quickly and coherently is very admirable.

[@jasonborotra4208]

That's what happens when you live somehwere and you must use that language everyday and not have the option to use your own language instead. Anyone can do this, they just need the opportunity.

[@brodocassel]

Being fluent in French is a big help as a lot of the vocabulary is the same.

[@T1tusCr0w]

He is very intelligent. Obviously this was never cultivated due to his upbringing. But he is using it to make a lot of the right choices now I think.

[@ricardoxavier827]

In africa the majority learn more than one language since childhood. Its scientifically proved that if you learn 2 languages before your 5 years old, your brain will allow you to learn much more easy and faster any other language in adult age. Its not a question of will or decisions or opportunities. Our brains are diferent and just because its hard to learn another language, doesnt mean that you are lazy. Thats a oppressive and over simplified way of thinking.

[@S.G.225]

English is one of the 2 official languages of Cameroon...

[@dude231ification]

Uncle DC is loved by 99.99% of fighters!

[@eerrrrrrfolks]

*cough* jon jones

[@dude231ification]

No sir, the 0.01 is indeed Max Holloway.

[@user-tl2cs6wv8b]

Jon Jones

[@Jason-xq6cl]

"You don't know I know what you know." Scary stuff. Ngannou is a much more cerebral fighter than I've ever given him credit for.

[@stonekase]

@Vince McMahon u wish.Please take time to visit Cameroon, i guess they all have money for steroids there..

[@beedebawng2556]

@@stonekase I think he was making a joke.

[@briannoble1022]

@@beedebawng2556No he wasn't just making a "joke"! His intent was to discredit his accomplishments by falsely claiming that he's on steroids just like people like him say about Usman. Stop making excuses for disgusting people like that which puts you in the same boat for attempting to justify and rationalize their behaviour!!

[@ItsameAlex]

@@briannoble1022 Do the usman comments have some wheels behind them though? because I've seen a few youtube comments, comment on his acne

[@briannoble1022]

@@bdgandalfow2776 No need to be a mind reader. All that is needed is a little common sense and reading comprehension skills a 5 year old should have!

[@Chrissjrdn]

As a Cameroonian I could say he still has that originality in him 🔥🔥 from the way he speaks and reacts to everything! 🇨🇲🙌🏽

[@brettcagle538]

Francis is the man it’s so frightening how soft spoken he is 😂

[@leeder-]

remember mike tyson 😈 same character

[@brettcagle538]

@@leeder- not quite lmk when Francis says he wants to eat someone’s heart and children 😂 Tyson is something else lmao

[@hajratahir3119]

Crazy how the most soft spoken fighters in the UFC are lowkey the most dangerous

[@ricardoxavier827]

@dwdogs11 Self confidence and safety perception, makes you to relax.

[@anirudhupadhyay695]

Almost all the fiercest guys i know are very nice. Else they are animals and dont go far in life.

[@Howling-Mad-Murdock]

DC is one of those guys I could listen to all day. His commentary is so full of knowledge, he spots every little thing.

[@haroldharryhugh367]

Dc a legend. Got that easy to like charisma. Dc is naturally. Francis ngannou is very humble man.

[@ivankrgovic8443]

except in israel vs Jan fight

[@Artenz]

Biased as fuck but insight is phenomenal

[@mohan9465]

love these check-ins champ,lots of love from india

[@shrshawn]

where from india?

[@alinddash9567]

Kya haal h mohan kidhar reheta h?

[@Kikibrat2]

Ooooh soo cool. Dc got fans everywhere!

[@sjd_3699]

Much love Brothers from UK.

[@alinddash9567]

@@sjd_3699 Yeah man much love to you too btw my brother is about to go there to Study. Next year.

[@LitRollie]

Thanks to Dagestani English , DC can understand his African brodas well

[@jasonborotra4208]

So Dagestani English is like the one spoken by African people? Lol.

[@TheTNPfan]

​@@jasonborotra4208 He obviously means broken english and Ngannou's english has improved a lot! Great interview and great guys.

[@LitRollie]

@@TheTNPfan you spoke my mind bro

[@peanutbutterchocolatecake6182]

Ngannou doesn’t speak broken English. It’s more than just “brother I smash u”

[@hanifibrahim460]

It's not "broken English" exactly. He spends A LOT of time with non Native speakers, so he recognizes where the miscommunications occur and tries to simplify those sections. But as a Francophone, that's not as necessary for FN because he's not as out of his element as the Dagestanis are.

[@TheMku147]

Win lose or draw this guy is a living testament to millions of struggling africans that if you have a dream and put enough work you will make it. Bravo to you bro

[@francmittelo6731]

So, why don't you quit your job and start scratching the lottery.

[@TheMku147]

@@francmittelo6731 i have

[@Pwanx0w]

True! but let's not fool ourselves, Ngannou is a physical specimen and probably a very fast learner

[@jokersmith9096]

Not everyone has the physical and mental gifts Francis has...

[@TheMku147]

@@jokersmith9096 go to Cameroon and you will see that 1 in 3 men have Ngannous body. Its in the genes. Nevertheless a good body doesnt make you an athlete

[@imharjeet]

DC liked Francis. But after Francis knocked the f out of Stipe, now he loves him.

[@reggiesmoke4801]

lol

[@makz727]

cannot imagine what DC will do if Ngannou beat the shit out of Jon Jones

[@benjaminvalin3579]

The most devastating striker in the promotion being so soft spoken and benevolent is still such a trip

[@berternie6181]

What about Ben Askew?

[@duramaxdad]

@@berternie6181 He’s a striking genius that walks like he has Biden’s diapers on. But he’s out the company so I can’t vote him to the top today.

[@weirdo4653]

@@berternie6181 😂😂😂

[@tylerjamesferreira]

@@berternie6181 LOL

[@younglord6409]

DC, IDK man with this jones shit happening you might be passing him. You’re the man in the octagon and outside the octagon. It all matters man. Thank you for Everything you done for the sport 🙏🏽

[@rb6981]

He ain't passing jones ever. He's 0-2. Outside the cage incidents should not come into account .Tezyl your a Dc fan but don't have to be a hater towards rivals its settled

[@PathIsntReal]

@@rb6981 i think he means legacy wise bro. Jones has a terrible legacy because of his actions that overshadow his athletic achievements in the eyes of many. Whereas DC is damn near unanimously loved in the community. I don’t he meant in that way.

[@marlingod]

@@rb6981 he cheated. Their second fight is a no contest because he tested positive for peds. You cannot say him and DC are 0-2

[@conboy66]

@@marlingod okay but jones still has more wins over him anyway 🤦‍♂️

[@Laeplexity]

@@marlingod I love dc but there 0-2 dc would never beat Jon even if he wasn’t on peds

[@tamwills3988]

I really Enjoy how comfortable and relaxed DC makes his guest. Good interview.!

[@blyat6998]

2 guys who knocked out Stipe to become champion

[@dex2862]

also both with losses to Stipe

[@Zenin_Loutfi]

And stipe is so good he made Ngannou a better foghter and retired DC

[@blyat6998]

@@dex2862 Yea but with Francis it was only a decision loss. Francis took stipe's soul in the rematch

[@ItsameAlex]

@@blyat6998 and Stipe took DC's soul

[@ratul5076]

@@blyat6998 lol bro Stipe dominated Francis for 5 rounds, he beat him so bad he was scared to engage in his next fight (Lewis). Francis just landed a punch which KO’d him, big deal thats heavyweight combat.

[@Dr.stoker]

I like DC touching Francis with literally every sentence 😂😂

[@jeremyjones4011]

I know right. It was actually making me a little nervous, lol.

[@jcarrera30]

Yeah noticed that too. It's a bit much lol

[@adekunleademoroti8190]

Noticed also

[@aseelbahashwan8972]

You should do more interviews like this DC. You're way better conversational than doing a solo sitdown. More power to you champ!

[@markdavis8430]

This is why we need ex fighters and all round OG doing the interviews DC asked Francis questions no reporter would ever say DC lets go

[@WiL860]

2 of the best heavyweights ever just chatting

[@umeshkunwar149]

2 of the best heavyweight chatting about the best heavyweight ever

[@seanc7990]

@@umeshkunwar149 dc at his best before back surgery and becoming out of shape is arguably better than stipe, ngannou is already confirmed to be better than stipe

[@goofygoof212]

@@seanc7990 what??? stipe and nnganou are 1-1 and stipe already understand why he lost....next fight will show us...you just like nnganou more because he has a better origin story and his win is more fresh

[@thesilencer4638]

@Mystic Editor Dude that's already off the table. 😁🤣😂🤣😁 They are 1-1.

[@jero0418]

@@goofygoof212 understanding why one lost and practically doing something about it are 2 entirely different things... Whether he can or can't is to be seen..

[@LearningWithSuj]

Loved the convo, DC! Keep it going. Happy to see your channel grow so quickly.

[@StayPrimal]

Wow that's gonna be a great one for sure. Thank Champ ! 100k coming baby. Do not worry about the '' slowish '' start, I think there are a few reasons for it, but the main one is I think your channel does not come out as recommendation yet, so only a few of us found it, by mistake kinda. Volkanovski is another one who post great content but his video does not come out in the main stream. It will come tho, for sure.

[@Ozzyozzysheesh]

Lmao he started this channel barely in September he’s doing really good so far

[@Leggoeljefeblu]

Love all the content DC we appreciate it

[@joet81]

Francis is such a likeable person. I hope he gets a huge contract and all the success in the world.

[@sn-mc9ym]

that sprawl when he was fighting stipe had me go crazy ! never been so excited over a defended takedown lol

[@asAbsolute]

Yeah shit got real

[@AB-ut9um]

Great too hear Francis talk about what he was feeling during his fights. Great work D.C👊🤟

[@thesilencer4638]

Ngannou is one of the warmest guys ever. His background story can motivate anyone and he deserves everything. He has high chances breaking Stipe's records because has already tested him. And I'm saying that as a Stipe fan. Hope we see a third.

[@turdlemelton3571]

Love all the work DC. Appreciate everything you do brother keep it up!

[@robinanderson1115]

THE most RELAXED INTERVIEW ,LIKE 2 MATES HAVING A CASUAL CHAT . JUST GREAT

[@saigoneze4465]

This is why DC works on so many presenting roles.He’s a fighter,champion now retired and he has personal connections with a lot if not all the ppl inside the mma world.You can’t beat that type of knowledge and insight

[@CEREBRAL.ASSASSIN]

I enjoyed this interview. But I’ve always had a deep respect for Cormier, hope his channel continues to grow!

[@alinddash9567]

This has to be the best Ngannou interview 😂😂😂there is

[@Advocate_INFJ]

DC living his best life, accomplished literally everything in wrestling and MMA

[@user-tl2cs6wv8b]

Still lost TWICE to Jon Jones😃 That cloud will always hang above him. Other than that yes, he's had a fantastic career.

[@Advocate_INFJ]

@@user-tl2cs6wv8b no it won't, when he fought Jon Jones, both times he was fighting for the pound for pound spot not just the title, it's a spot saved for the greats, the real cloud will be the picograms in Jon's system after both those fights DC also started way late in his career and achieved this level, he also won the heavyweight title at 39 becoming a double champ, that's how good he was

[@matthewneville8158]

DC is the goat 🐐 and definitely my favorite commentator. Keep up the great work and Happy Holidays to you & your family and every MMA fan.

[@FaultCh]

DC is always so friendly and open, makes for such good interviews, keep em coming!

[@jaywoods54]

I get to work and check KZbin and I see DC hits me with a interview like this. DC and Francis in one video 2 of the greatest champs and people of all time.

[@DoomsdayAdam777]

DC you have the power to have the greatest MMA youtube channel ever since ANYONE would sit down for an interview with you

[@joshoneill2103]

DC is the best. I love how natural and jovial he is while doing a great interview.

[@justinjamesmccall]

DC has such a good personality man, i don’t know how anyone could dislike you. Love you DC!!!!

[@jesseramirez1342]

This interview is fantastic DC! I’m only 5 min into it. Great job

[@theoctagonjones]

I LOVE hearing from Francis. Thanks DC. Great channel.

[@Jon3sy1990]

DC is so well loved in the MMA community! The guy just gels with everyone and is such a great interviewer

[@Kalernor]

DC has to be hands down my favorite new fighter interviewer. Fighters seem to just relax and open up with him!

[@lurk7411]

Keep it up DC!!! These vids are great!👊

[@jasonborotra4208]

I hope Francis can hold on to the belt for a long time, although he has a tough challenge in Gane. Hearing his story on JRE was incredible.

[@Boxlogojosh]

Looking like they cant agree on a contract renewal sadly.

[@christopherschwagmeier6020]

I just watched your Cruz and Bisping scrum and am happy to learn about your Channel and I of coarse subscribed! DC you are one of a kind and just keep being you brother! Much love from Indiana

[@kevinnunez5766]

13:12 Francis looks like he does not remember that wrestling practice with dc lmao

[@mad555555]

I think you might have found your calling DC. You're a great interviewER. Wow. Nicely done. You should be very proud of yourself young man.

[@GgCashh451]

I love how he explained his thought process through the Derek Lewis fight if he loses to gane I would love to see that match up

[@bencarignan2711]

Yo DC! So glad to see you have your own channel. Sending love from Richmond, VA. Subbed!!!

[@DC_MMA]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@thegroovegroup51]

You are such a great people. Positive and ambitious. A great example for our youth. May God bless you both. Greetings from Amsterdam, The Netherlands ✨

[@j-t4436]

His English had gotten so much better. He can express his thoughts a lot more precisely now.

[@facethefacts000]

Awesome interview , great Job as usual DC, cool to see this side of francis

[@benjaminrichard7741]

One of the best heavyweight champion wrestlers, and one of the best heavyweight champion strikers! This interview is awesome! 🏆

[@dreswan1]

DC! I really enjoyed this interview! Keep it up .

[@marcogalvanthedocumentarya1666]

DC keep it up good interview I wish they were longer thank you for sharing

[@nawazshah9958]

Best in the business DC we need more like this brother 🔥🔥👏🏾👏🏾🤣🤣✊🏽✊🏽

[@m4dbr3w77]

Cool interviews you have DC! This is much better than the chit-chat from Bisping and Sonnen!

[@tonyv3053]

Francis English is like, almost fluent now. 3 years ago he couldnt hardly speak it at all. Respect.

[@keving1774]

Francis is so humble 👍🏾

[@dajay2k]

Love Daniel. True leader. Pure banter. Alpha.

[@BRONXBOMBER99]

DC is that excited friend that's always touching you when he speaks and trying to finish your sentences and thoughts

[@equipefc8149]

I hate when my friends touch me all the time when they talk 😂💀

[@SANKOFAfires911]

DC. Thank You for all that you do.

[@malinjohansson6942]

Dc is so awesome and so is Francis. Killers in the ring and chill, funny and inspirational dudes outside

[@360Fov]

DC KILLING IT WITH THIS CHANNEL BOIIIIIIIIIII

[@fessybear]

What a treat 2 of my favourite UFC people

[@Yyyy67897]

i need more francis and dc segments

[@jonathanduncan2665]

Well done! Hope to see Africa keep the belt.

[@perrinmuma]

Bruh was like "how many times have you seen me in the second round...how many times have you seen me in a full round?" 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@flamingdragon567]

DC is such a great communicator.

[@sulemandukuray2165]

Waiting for part 2

[@IHateJakeRyan]

dc has the best interviews with the fighters this shit is so wholesome

[@Xivinux]

BEATIFUL BACKGROUND RIGHT THERE RANDY COUTURE THE LEGEND!

[@anasshahid224]

Great interview DC, Francis is the man 🙌

[@executivelifehacks6747]

DC's revenge against Stipe was teaching Ngannou some wrestling.

[@thesilencer4638]

It's not revenge until you do it yourself. DC got beat 2-1. Once Stipe figured him out Cormier couldn't even take him down let alone control him.

[@khaire6661]

Dc is the big brother every body needs

[@krazy504boy]

DC keep it up another great interview

[@blue_diamonds6329]

DC looks like a such a top bloke & a genuine person

[@YamatoTre]

DC making Khabib wait, now making Francis wait, lmao he's the nicest troll in the UFC

[@MMACHRIS]

Everybody forgets DC started his MMA career at 30 yrs old & is Legend in the sport .. one of the reason I fell in love with MMA

[@sheriffalexis7130]

“You don’t know i know what you know”-Francis 2021. That was cold

[@abimbolaowolabi4985]

What an Original Quote!

[@godisthetruth8097]

Great interview

[@DB-qx7dr]

Beautiful - DC is a legend, everyone likes him

[@RikingVoman]

I can see Ngannou landing that KO punch on Cyril but only in the first 3 rounds, in those final rounds, if Cyril uses his stamina well he may win on points or a late KO. This is such a refreshing championship fight, an epic fight between the best and the best. Amen for the UFC hahaha

[@Zenin_Loutfi]

If Francis improves his cardio he can won by decision tho, i dont see Gane finish Francis but everything is possible so lets see

[@RikingVoman]

@@manjulpunetha7752 That would easily cement him as one of if the not the strongest UFC fighter ever

[@lavoriswalker4060]

Dope interview

[@GFunk-Double-O-G-]

D c such a cool funny dude I like he s positive energy and jokes I hope he dose the commentary for a long time . Definitely the best along with Mr bisring lol top job you guys do .respect peace 1

[@EstebanMcC]

Francis is the scariest but loveliest man in the world. Bet he gives a good hug 🤗

[@bkquancb]

Glad u got dis show champ

[@alexmites]

What a pair of legends

[@snowzombie86]

DC WTF the suspense for part 2!

[@paulbenipal6299]

Francis is all about gold. such a nice humble champion.

[@Islam_first]

DC has good chemistry with EVERYBODY!

[@senthilvelan544]

I loved the Stipe Conversation. Two heavy weight champs outclassed by Stipe. Stipe is a legend.

[@ig6894]

Outclassed?, two heavy weights the knocked Stipe out.

[@ig6894]

@Tommy Gun Ngannon retired Stipe, DC is a light heaveywight and still destroyed Stipe in the fight fight. DC knocked him out, a light heavyweight..

[@ig6894]

@Tommy Gun TG, Ngannon and DC have one thing in common, they both knocked out Stipe, plus Ngannon retired him with a vicious knockout.

[@ig6894]

@Tommy Gun I see you ran out lies. Ngannon retired you man with a check left hook.

[@wottevva]

Here are two men ive never met that i have a huge sense of mad respect for. Champs.

[@CcOLaGeN]

I am really happy I found DC a few years ago when I started watching UFC for the first time before all these cocky fake fighters .DC love you Brothar Stay healthy strong and enjoy ur retirement you deserve it more than anyone.