Francis Ngannou blames the UFC for the decline of the heavyweight division.
The former champion thinks the promotion's mismanagement is responsible for the current state.
What's wrong with the heavyweight division?
The division once featured legends like Stipe Miocic and Cain Velasquez, but now lacks skilled fighters.
As of February, statistics showed zero former undisputed champions and 15 fighters with losing records.
Why does Francis Ngannou think the UFC is to blame?
Ngannou cited mismanagement as the reason for the division's decline, mentioning Tom Aspinall's struggles.
He will soon make his comeback, fighting Philipe Lins at the first Netflix event on May 16.
The Cameroonian powerhouse is unbeaten in MMA since a loss to Derrick Lewis eight years ago.
What's next for Francis Ngannou?
Ngannou has brutally knocked out top fighters like Stipe Miocic and Junior dos Santos.
His upcoming fight will be his first appearance in the cage since October 2024.
And Ngannou is set to face Philipe Lins in his comeback.
But the UFC's mismanagement of the heavyweight division remains a concern.
So the promotion needs to address the issue to improve the division's quality.
The lackluster roster and badly injured champion are major problems.
Francis Ngannou's comments highlight the need for change in the UFC's approach.