Francis Ngannou, the former Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) contender from Cameroon, has transitioned to the world of boxing with great financial success. Now known in the ring as 'The Predator,' Ngannou’s journey from an immigrant in France to earning six-figure sums per match captures the attention of Harvard Business School.
Professor Anita Elberse, a distinguished Harvard academic, has decided to delve into Ngannou's impressive career arc. She will use his life experiences as a primary example in her business class.
Elberse acknowledged the contributions of Ngannou’s manager, Marquel Martin, in the development of this study. She expressed her gratitude through an Instagram post praising both men for their roles in constructing this unique and instructional narrative.
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Ngannou's rise to fame has also been linked with his advocacy for fighters' rights which brought attention to legal landscapes now being navigated in court. His decision not to renew his contract with UFC symbolized his stand for these rights and paved the way for higher earnings elsewhere.
In his upcoming match against Anthony Joshua later this year, Ngannou stands to make an estimated $20 million before considering pay-per-view revenue—a testament to his high market value and growing legacy within combat sports.
