He Escaped Africa to Fight in the UFC: Francis N'Gannou Documentary
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- Опубліковано 19 січ 2022
- All UFC fighters sacrifice to make it to the octogone, but Francis Ngannou paid the biggest price of all.
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Things I cut out but still interesting:
- Francis built a house back home on top of the land where he buried his father. If building a house on top of the land where you buried the man you vowed to never become is not pure poetry, I don't know what is.
- The beef with his coach Fernand and coincidentally Ciryl Gane: felt silly to insert it after the man literally crossed the Sahara. Keeping it for the Gane doc.
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CHAPTERS
1:00 How to Miss Your Childhood
2:37 Just Like Mike
6:24 A Desert Called Sahara
10:44 The Forest of Broken Hearts
12:12 Raiding the Fence
14:45 We Can't Breathe
18:49 Comme les Parisiens
22:15 No Turning Back
23:43 One Man Left Standing
26:25 What is a Man?
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MUSIC (in order)
Penumbra - Hanna Parrott
Dust On The Ground - Emily Brimlow
The Light - Zachary David
Pulse - Eric Kinny
White Knight - Ryan Taubert
Ritual - Ryan Taubert
We Can't Breath - Future of Forestry
Bolingo Nanga - Francis Mercier (Nitefreak Remix)
Hold Your Breath - Astyria
We Wept By The Rivers of Babylon - A. Taylor
Enduring Hope - Daniel Deuschle
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I'm crying watching this. I came the same way through the Sahara desert and then the Mediterranean sea. We started the journey from Sudan then we entered Libya and finally the Island of Malta. We were 28 people all in the back of a toyota Mitsubishi truck. The Maltese government saved our lives when we were about to sink in the middle of no where in the dark sea of the Mediterranean. I thank the government and the people of Malta day and night. I lived in Malta for 4 years and finally was given a chance to relocate to the USA in 2016. God is good !!!! Life continues with full of hope and bright future!! Amen .
@Coco Morena Why would he owe you that answer? Are you productive? What do you do?
That's the life of many of us Africans are in
Toyota Mitsubishi?
@@yungmetr0135 great answer man
May God bless you and the others who were saved as well.
Im gonna tell you something, I barely commented anything in more than a decade on youtube. But man, the way you put the videos together, your storytelling, the meticulous researches; its second to none. Actual god tier documentaries
I have to second this, these are incredible
Same here
Agreed
Same, can't put it any better. This is quality 🙏🏾
Music is on point
"A belt doesn't make you a true champion, it's when the people accept you as their champion."
True champion because he's a real man
@@theexaceall Africans are "real men"
Lol this suits perfect in today's scenario after his fight against fury😅
Mohammed Ali's greatness inspired Tyson's greatness which inspired Francis to be great. Truly amazing.
It's all history. Ali and Tyson studied all of history wer inspired by David and Goliath as well as everything before and after.
Dude Tyson is helping him 🎉 hope it all works out for Francis. I love the UFC and MMA and all other promotions but Dana lost my respect on how he treats the Diaz brothers and Francis .
@@fromrez147say whatever you want about how Dana should pay fighters more, but everything we should all agree on is that Dana for sure should have paid Francis more. He lost the most entertaining fighter in the world when Francis left
@@VaporTrailMixmohammed Ali was inspired by the prophet mohammed who he's named after .who also inspired more than 2 billion people to be muslims
@@Mahdi_Amine He named himself after*
How the UFC decided to start dragging this guy is insane. He could be the most inspirational fighter they’ve ever had by a country mile. Fantastic documentary.
cuz dana white is a proven, certifiable, piece of sht
FACTS
100%! I’m pissed they haven’t elevated Francis - what a fighter, what a man, what a human.
Francis is black and he wants to be paid properly so Dana White ain't interested in promoting him..... When I think about all the ways Dana White has screwed fighters while taking $500,000,000 for himself it makes me mad 😡
Smash
"My friend, you have to make your destiny." - Francis Ngannou
This is one of the most inspirational documentaries I've ever seen.
Facts
Francis ngganou 🔥🔥🔥
Exactly, no one is coming to save you.
No 🧢
heavy stuff
francis did squid game in the desert. but its no game it is survival
Francis Ngannou. You won the fight against Tyson Fury. You fought the world heavyweight boxing champ and defeated him in the peoples eyes. Regardless of the obvious rigging of the fight, I'm super proud of you for how far you've come. Your life is a literal movie with a script that you couldn't even make up. Everything you've been through to eventually ascend to being a UFC Heavyweight Champ and then tonight BEATING Tyson Fury the current boxing heavyweight champ in your first fight is just incredible. We all know you won king. You're truly an amazing inspiration. Thank you for being so great.
Can't find a man more inspiring than Ngannou ngl
Francis performance against Fury is legitimately one of the greatest athletic feats of all time. He proved himself to be one of the best athletes there ever has been and we will ever see
Fury won lmao you just can accept it, all Francis did was do good against a put of prime Tyson.
troll spotted@@UncleKaczynski
@@chrisbotch3528 fury won fry about it
Francis Ngannou truly is literal embodiment of a super hero. His story deserves to be made into a movie. I hope this video reaches the eyes of a producer of film maker one day.
I get what youre saying but also this is a movie already. What you just watched is a movie. Just because its not made by hollywood doesnt disqualify it. Hollywood probably couldnt make something as powerful as this documentary
A super hero would abandon his own country to use the welfare from an other country? And work on his career as a cage fighter to make money?
@@PdronQ he didn't abandon his country
@@PdronQ he left for a better life, to make sure if his mother got sick he'd be able to provide without worries, if his kids get sick he won't have to work himself to death.
if you think if you were on his position and chose poverty over something you know you'd be good at than you're nothing but delusional
Fact! Accolades should be given to content we believe is worthy. Accolades should not be given from a small group of money grubblers who dictate Hollywood. We don’t need a Weinstein or Spielberg, never have.
After hearing his story it really puts into perspective how scary he can potentially be. You can’t kill the guy, life already tried. He’s an absolute freakin monster. 100% the baddest man on the planet.
Many of them actually started business some studied really their ass hard
Hes still a bag of water... and dense muscle tissue. a complete coward... can kill the guy
@@sastashroud7646 they studied so they can get hard asses
Coldest thing I've heard all day. "You can't kill this guy cause life already tried"
Baddest man? No. One of the baddest yes.
Okay he needs a movie made about his life. Holy shit. I've met Francis a few times but never knew all of that
I agree.. This is some epic content..!
**THAT'S EXACTLY WHAT I WAS THINKING ITS WRITTEN ALL OVER IT**
Exactly what I was thinking and my second thought was in that movie the Spanish and Moroccan guards who were beating the refugees would see the guy who they treated like vermin became a world heavyweight champion.
but it needs to be really epic made and hgh quality to do him justice...its the movie beasts of no nation mixed with ali
@@thomashauer6804 Exacly, they can't ruin his story on the big screen by rushing thru it in under 90min with bad directors and bad actors. hopefully they (if they made a movie) that they put in both heart and money into it.
I vow from this day forth that I will NEVER complain about my life again. I will stop making excuses, stop waiting for a saviour and make something of myself.
My dad managed to escape his own country in Africa to come here in Europe. Watching this documentary the first time, I knew I had to show it to him (moved me to tears thinking my dad had a similar path - albeit very different and less dangerous). So yesterday, I showed it to him. And I saw his watery eyes, for a man that never cries. He told stories I never knew about. About how he managed to "trick" his way through the spanish border. About how sick his brother, my uncle, felt, to the point of vomiting when they had their first police control, with fake passports. He went on and on for what felt like a lecture on life and taking risk to live the life you want. I stand today because of my dad chose to try. And I'm forever grateful and humbled for it.
I would like to thank Francis Ngannou for bringing attention to his story, the story that many in the world live through - and die - every day, the story of immigration, and hope. I would also like to thank Patrick Gavia for telling this story so well, with respect and dignity towards those who struggle through that path. This is art, this is humanity. Thank you!
lol 'escaped his country' was he locked up? Or did he just abandon his country to use the welfare from an other country. Lets not act like they did something heroic.
@@PdronQ typical white privileged boy comment 😅
@@PdronQ I had a similar but more empathetic thought when watching and I thought about it for the past few hours and I really don't know what to think. In one hand his story is incredibly touching and tough, however, you can't ignore the fact that he wasn't in some sort of a camp or whatever against his will, he just lived in a village in his home country and then he decided he wants more and immigrated illegally. I am really interested to know what other people think about this, since he might not have enjoyed his time in Cameroon but what does Europe have to do with this? Shame all countries can't be nice to live in.
@@PdronQ You (like me) typing on your keyboard this shit from your own sofa or watever, with your fuckin french fries on your table and cola, but we are not similar!
This people are escaped for their future life, to not be dead in their countries where even water is not safe.
@@hypepill7415 As someone that went through the hpps to immigrate legally i do not empathize, my father went through years of hardship, to make it possible to immigrate legally, then i see people areound me demanding everything for free for doing it illegally, as much as i understand him, i cannot empathize.
To be honest, I cried like a baby. This man is a massive inspiration to me now. He practically crossed the seven rivers and seven seas to get to where he is right now and that is powerful. I'm 100 inspired to chase my dream with everything I got. Thank you francis thank you Mr. Producer for this content.
100 inspired
Go get your dream mate
I don't know what it is
But every time you feel beat
Everytime you want to quit
Think of Francis
Think of Tyson
Think of Ali
Brush yourself down and
Carry on!!!!!!....….....…
Good luck my friend
Lol if you really wanna cry go watch his video on Charles Oliveira
@@memecusmaximus4880
Lol this one is far better.
@@memecusmaximus4880 really are you that emotional person? Lol 🤣🤣🤣
The calmness in his voice after going through real hardship is really inspiring. It makes you refuse to accept to be depressed or stressed for stuff that don't really matter.
Fr i feel like shit for feeling bad
@@Viperzin Although your struggles may not be like his struggles, your struggles are what can mold you just like his did to him. Always look forward, don't give up. I believe in you
yeah like this guy has gone through way rougher things than me and i’m sitting here sometimes wallowing in sadness.
@@Viperzin @AJ Y’all, don’t need to trivialize your own struggles. Just take inspiration from his ability to fight through his own.
@@jclark1693 BOOM! J Clark up here laying down some real-talk positivity in the comments.
Good on ya, bud. You're goddamn right. :)
I'm speechless. The amount of torture, pain, suffering these African brothers went through is unimaginable makes me appreciate my life so so very much. So happy for those who made it. Really I'm moved by this documentary. Much love to all
My God I had No idea Francis had to go through that kind of danger I am glad he survived
This documentary brings me to tears. This is, by far, documentary on the life of Francis Ngannou.
His journey to survival and freedom makes you realise that becoming an ufc champion wasn't even close to the hardship he had to endure.
Amazing human being.
MMA was the easy part for him
This documentary got me in tears... I didn't have it as bad as this man, but he pulled through by sheer grit.
I'm gonna fucking pull through.
Im gonna fucking make it, there is not one man on this planet that can stop me either. Same as you brother.
@@pabs11 we got this bro, we gonna lift ourselves and our families without stepping over anyone
I believe in you
@@6loscar448All the best for your future
@@pabs11francis can stop you
“I had nothing but a dream, and a faith in pursuing it”
-Francis Ngannou
To see where Francis came from, it’s crazy to hear Dana say Francis is scared to fight Jon Jones
Dana talks to promote his brand. Don't believe what he says. Francis does not fear anyone.
Ngannou signing his PFL contract is huge. The greatness of this man is only being seen now. And you sir need to document the rest of the story. Francis owes you an exclusive!
Nothing but goosebumps and teary-eyed I got from this documentary. Francis is my all time favorite athlete at this point and the best part is that he is very much still active.
Yes this Brother here is a BLESSING 🙌 🙏 FROM GOD
Until he loses once then you throw him away like everyone does to the rest of the fighters
People who never did anything in their lives, who degrade their "favorite fighter" for losing, even tho they had the balls to try. Nit saying YOU in particular will do this, but it's very likely given what I've seen.
People will drop someone on a dime for their selfishness and instant gratification and just move onto the next most popular. We are absolute whores Thru n thru.
Guys had 3 major fights.
@@johnbraucher1499 ya chill its not personal just like u say in ur comment its not U in particular. Its just the facts of the fight game both hype n reality just cause the ppl accept losses and the fact that said fighter may not have it whatever "it" is. This may be healthier than a false hope dosent mean we dont like or respect the fighter. Just an acceptance of reality, But i get u the net can be exaggeratedly harsh and full of fair weather fans
@@erichood3169 more like his last 10 fights were major all top names in heavyweight . Or 9 since the derrick lewis fight wasnt a fight at all. 3 title fights
The ending was epic, this man wasn't trained in a gym, he was trained by his whole life 😥😥
Thanks a lot mate, ruined the ending for me.
@@icarusflying1814 never check the comments before finishing a video
@@icarusflying1814 Yeah that’s definitely an unwritten rule to never look in the comments until after the vid 😆
@@icarusflying1814 what tf r u doing in comments before watching the video? huh? Lokking for u r dad? or u r mom which is on streets.
@@mkracer it was a joke
Francis Ngannou’s journey is so inspirational, from working in sand mines in Cameroon as a kid to immigrating to France, with no money, being homeless, training in MMA, becoming a star in the UFC and the Heavyweight champion, then he decided to bet on him self, left the UFC, signed with the PFL and now will be the chairman of PFL Africa as well as getting the big money fight with Tyson Fury, what a journey 👏👏👏👏👏👏
Immigrating to France is the major story here bc only a few make it through this journey he endured
"The future does not make sense without the past"
Wise words from a true warrior.
"The future doesn't make sense without the past." -Francis Ngannou
I wish the length of this video were longer. just like a movie.
The term “my life is a movie” was meant for this guy.
@@jrose7381 indeed
I feel there must be a movie some day. When it’s all said and done.
This has to be made into a movie
News just in, Hollywood has seen this story and are now in the process of making this a Pixar Movie. I for one would watch
For a man to go through what Francis did and to be humble as a bumblebee is impressive, such a touching
story I have much more respect for him than I had before, a true gentleman and a champion.
"humble as a bumblebee" Lol.
"He's a MONUMENT to us,in Cameroon....." 😮😮.. that line sums up everything about this AFRICAN MONSTER!! Francis Ngannou is literally,the AFRICAN NIGHTMARE,that no one wants to ENCOUNTER with....!!! I'm so PROUD of him and his ACHIEVEMENTs!!!
I didn’t know his story but after today I have so much respect for Francis, and for all the people out there that are trying so hard to make a better life. Nothing but respect!
i get depressed when someone owes me 120 dollars now after i watch this video i feel very grateful
@@pedroismaelo Your spelling is bad.
I truly hope his mother is no longer poor and sonewhere nice along with the entire neighborhood he grew up..im sure he helped it out a great deal..does anyone know?
@@pedroismaelo riches man in the word is from Africa and that is elon mask, now let that sink in
That little kid that didn’t know his mom drowned was fucking gut wrenching
As a Cameroonian myself, I am speechless. I know a few friends who took the Spanish route to Europe and 2 never made it. The one who did, something changed. He has never been the same. I think this explains a lot. That kind of journey can either build you or break you.
sad
Yea they go through alot I'm from Congo and I've heard many horror stories from people who make their way to Europe through that path. They overcome many life and death situations
This mans story is just unbelievable man.. he deserves every bit of success happening to him right now. Goat
And people will say he is afraid to fight John Jones...Dude ain't afraid of nothing...He is a warrior
He is going to whoop Jon Jones ass
I was born in Cameroon (now in US), my mom grew up about 70 km south of Francis' hometown and this documentaty brought me to tears several times. I'm completely new to your page, but I have to commend you for the meticulousness with which you put this together. From the storyline, to the videography down to what I have to say is an amazing soundtrack, this is the best Ngannou documentary I've seen on any platform! Frankly this might be one of the best (perhaps unintentionally) immigration documentaries I've seen as well.
Thank you for this, it's deeply moving, does an amazing job at immersing you into the storyline, and is just overall a beautifully put together piece of art. I've already shared it with a bunch of family members.
Fellow Cameroonian here. Francis makes me so proud
I was born in northern Germany. Privileged from the very beginning. I hope that one day no one has to leave their family and friends if they not want to do so. I hope the western community and now the eastern (like china) stop exploiting and spoiling Africa. May your dreams come true Ndema Ojong =)
One Love =)
Why you do not stay in Cameroon? SMH!
Now we got trouble in the Future with your Tree 100%
That whole cycle of trying to get a better life looks heartbreaking. For every one person who gets out, I can’t imagine how many others die in the process. Truly disturbing.
better life is in "racist" white countries ?
@@BuildSituation in the end yes. Cos it's more than what u left behind.
Especially going the journey he went in order to get to Europe ,I’m African but I always tell African not to go in that route ,too many people die ,get raped and more ,a lot of those people realised that it wasn’t worth it ,I knw several people that died in that journey ,including children.some also became slaves in there too .
That’s the price for “western civilization”
I hope he builds something in his country
"My friend, you have to make your destiny" Powerful.
Makes me cry everytime.... I think this is my 4th time watching this....
As a Cameroonian, I can attest to millions having this struggle, but Francis is amongst the few chosen for greatness, he’s whole life went the way it did to prepare him for the Future. He’s truly an inspiration to the millions who had and are currently trying to make it to their dream.
Man this really got me in my feelings is there anyway we can donate or help people of this country???
@@fishgrease5428 The concern is really much appreciated. We in Cameroon suffer what other people in any nations suffer. It’s everywhere, and there are many kids in homes like that around world. Keep donating to any know African Charity Organization out there, am sure these donations really go a long way.
@@wmccinema Very true, but politics has nothing much to do with this. Even in developed countries kids are homeless and go hungry. We can’t rely on politicians to solve all our problems. Thanks though, for point that out. Hopefully we get better leaders. We are currently hosting the AFCON. It’s going well, and I hope no incidents disrupts the competition.
That´s beautiful
i hope africa will be become powerfull they have the potential
I've heard Francis' story a couple of times now, but it still doesn't fail to move and inspire me...what a horrific, yet miraculous journey. What a man it took to walk it.
He's truly one of my heros, I don't deserve to even look at him on UA-cam.
They need to make a movie on this guy's story
@@michealarmond7910 that's what I was about to say
@@michealarmond7910 i really hope they do
Meanwhile Stipe was raised with a silver spoon
Amazing movie Patrick thank you. People in America don't realize this but there are millions of Francises growing right now across the globe. He is hero. But there so many more people who did even greater did, but had no publicity.
yep, even in America
Francis’ story keeps growing! He just went toe to toe against arguably the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time! Amazing stuff
You casuals would call any body who’s champ today ´greatest of all times’ lol do you know what you’re talking about ?
@@austinbistro4151 you clearly don't
@@mateuszmrowczynski5763Fury would be a top 20 fighter in the Ali, Mike Tyson, and Lennox Lewis era.
When he destroys all top 5 heavyweight without doubt he will be great with unique story
He's not the greatest of all time, he's probably one of the best around currently for sure
Goosebumps. What a man, who fought literally through adversity.
Francis has legitimately one of the most rags to riches story from anyone I’ve seen. Respect to him for hustlin so hard to make his life better
Wow! here I was complaining that my life is hard and this man went through all of that to get what he wants and he got it... Wow! I respect this man more than any fighter I've ever looked up to
I didn’t realize I was tearing up watching this. Coming from the same country as him to making it in the USA, his story made me relive mine. Francis is an amazing hero, his raw powerful physical force is even surpassed by the immense humility he displays. Class Act.
Great inspiration to anyone struggling: “Never underestimate the Champion in you”
cried multiple times throughout this. such a powerful documentary
Same, not ashamed to admit it!
Wassup albert ily step on me
Wtf u doing here
Melilla and Ceuta need more protection... Europe is under attack SOS !
I was so emotional but I couldn't cry even though I wanted to, this story is so pure😖💪
It’s stories like these that make me realise how fortunate most of us really are. Next time any of you are stressing over life be if a job interview, exam, even a first date. Just look at what situation we all could have been in.
Yeah
Samuel, very well stated. Nothing is impossible....nothing...
Exactly!!I had some stress over little stuff seeing this I’m ashamed of my weakness
@@tavor751 Don’t feel ashamed. A wiseman is those who learn and apply it to their life’s journey. I wish you well. Stay blessed.
That part at 16:54 is just raw and wild… A kid throwing up salty water, a child being handed to the boat, man crying after all this horror. Just crazy to imagine how much they’ve been through in pursuit of a better life. Powerful.
that kid at 16:58 is moroccan and was taken back
And after all that you can get denied citizenship and a job in Europe
@@alpFiLa Absolutely ridiculous how people think a paper that says you can enter the country means more than someone fighting through literal hell to get into your country
This documentary literally brought me to tears! Our Champion
This happens to every african get grip fam
The embodiment of "tough times create tough people", this man has a beast inside of him
I love Francis’ story and I never get tired of hearing about it. This video was amazing and it did a great job of showing how Francis got to where he’s at, in a very moving way. Thank you! Excellent work!!
I love Francis ❤️
This just did it for me he is the definition of getting it out the mud!! One of the best to ever do it
Me neither, the MixedMollyWhoppery videos are my favorite
@@surajkumar-gx6gf he’s evil. Said on Tyson podcast weeks after the fight he was mad Herb Dean got in quick to save Stipe. He already punched Stipe once while he was unconscious as it was, but he wanted more punches on an unconscious opponent. Let’s go Ciryl, an undefeated heavyweight champ will be great for the UFC.
@@larrytate1657 almost every fighter does that. bec they are so focused hitting they almost dont realise
Your storytelling is second to none. Absolutely stupendous.
Today i let myself down, i am 22 years old and from the age of 18 i am telling my mom that her son will save the family. In the 4 years nothing in my life has changed, thoughts came in my head that everything what i said to her for the past 4 years were lies i lost hope in myself and i was feeling so bad that i cannot make her proud. I never saw her proud of me. I don’t have a degree, no money, and i’m living in her house as her oldest son. Just when i lost all of my hope, francis ngannou his story came across and showed me that nothing is impossible, the only thing that i want in life is that my mom can be proud of me for only one time, that she tells me she is proud of me and then my dream come true. Today i know that that day is coming.
I love you francis
I love you mom
Youngest of 6 and ive said the same thing one of us oughta be able to make it bigtime lol im determined ittl be me family is what matters most best of luck to you brotha 👌
How can you beat a man in a ring? When nothing in the ring can compare to what he has been through in his life. Amazing documentary. Such a powerful message and influence. What is a man without his heart, passion and determination? This documentary had me choke up the whole video.
Physically it DID beat him, so therefore he can be beaten in the octagon and the ring, but mentally, nothing will ever bother him again.
I am so motivated and have such a stronger appreciation for life after watching this 🔥🙏🏽
YOOO CHRIS I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS MAN YOU SHOULD TRY MMA
Most definitely....My so called problems are minuscule!!!
Ali inspired Tyson, then Tyson inspired Francis. This man and story will inspire another down the line, and all these greats will inspire millions in so many ways. Such beautiful strength.
When he said “I knew from that moment I didn’t want to be like my dad” I felt that to my soul.
Your videos are so amazing my man, the risk that you took quitting your job and going all in on youtube paid off, keep at it my man!
Francis is a legend in my book. Real underdog story that most fighters could only dream of. The fact that Dana doesn't promote or pay his as much as he deserves is a crime.
They promoted him super hard until he wanted to be paid better. Then they promoted Gane to try and beat Francis.
I think Francis is just trying to raise awareness of how fighters are treated. Look at how he was brought up. He knows what that feeling is intimately. How people use others in a position of power. To gain wealth at the cost of others life's. Francis rise to glory is a tale. And his story should not be forgotten.
Same as most fighters.... apart from conor
@@workaholic8089 houap
The ufc has offered him a large contract for millions each fight. He turned it down, to continue on his old 8 fight, 600k per fight contract. That way he could fight it out, gambling he would become champion & make it to free agency. So technically the ufc tried to give him a 4-6x pay increase & pay him millions per fight. He turned it down, & didn’t resign.
In my honest opinion.... This production you made documenting Francis and his journey is one of my absolute favorite documentary pieces. Thank you for this you're a legend.
And Francis is an absolute legend for overcoming this journey to the top. The dream of so many people who take the journey out of their home country to greener pastures is to live a good life.
Yeah Bro Comparing Mohammad Ali And Mike Tyson Speeches And The Songs And Clips Are On Anoter Lvl
A movie will never do this story justice.. it needs a book..
hollywood will butcher this story
Man, I ended up crying, what a sad and painfull but at the same time inspirational and motivating story. Francis is the champ, not just of mma, he got a better belt, the I beat every strugle that live shots me belt, he is a live champion for eternity. Awsome work my friend, you are definitively one of the top ten youtubers of the world
Tears of joy
I cried too man
Eyes swelled with tears at the end when Cameroon is celebrating Francis victory, he's a Hero
Damn the onion ninjas out here.
Turn to Jesus
This was powerful. Francis is a legend. Anything is possible. “My friend, you make your own destiny.”
Like a fucking movie quote. My god.
almost make me cry
Make me cryy man goosbumps goosebumps
When he looked at the fence and said “that’s my life my future behind that fence , man I’m taking my chance” his whole heart was in that sentence
Fantastic storytelling, this story is entirely about Ngannou. The music, the faces are mesmerizing from start to finish. Congratulations to Francis Ngannou and R.I.P. to all those who lost their lives hoping to find a better life.
Bro, you do a better job telling these fighters stories then the UFC does. Awesome work brotha!
I've never knew Francis had this past, and a past so intense like this is unreal just like the immense power he possesses, it all makes sense why he is a sheer force to be reckoned with. This is a brilliant documentary, JESUS CHRIST!
One of best quote from Francis
“ The future doesn’t make sense without the past “ ❤
"My friend, you make your own destiny"
What a story what an inspiration the am. Is genuine and pure like his fighting skills.huge respect bro.
I respected Francis for what a great fighter he was already, but seeing this brought tears to my eyes. It's almost impossible to imagine so much suffering just to get from one day to the next (being a pampered American who never had to worry where my next meal was coming from...) I have such respect for anyone who could endure that hardship and emerge a world champion athlete. It speaks volumes for the inner strength that he has. Much love to you CHAMP! Stay strong!
It makes me realize I can never truly understand what people like him have had to go through and how lucky I am.
I ain't well to explain things but thanks how you typed
Yeah you soo right
300th like to you!!!🙂🙂🙂
I am so proud of Francis. He came from a hard life, fought to come up off the streets and even after his ex coach leaves and trains Cyril Gane he does what most thought he wouldn't and beat him with grappling of all things. He is an amazingly nice person even after going through the hell. Most people don't come back from that kind of life.
His ex coach didn't leave, Francis left.
@@megamanxhunter because his coach was causing him depression.
@@555125kevin His coach alongside Dana White publicly threw him under the bus when he lost to Stipe Miocic and Derrick Lewis. This is where the "Francis got a huge ego" narrative comes from.
Even though Fernand Lopez cornered him for his next 2 fights, the writing was on the wall.
Do you know him? Is he family? Is he your friend?
If the answer to all of these questions is no then why are you proud of him? It's a horribly over used platitude that commenters on social media love to employ.
@@megamanxhunter yes also first nganou ask lopez to come with him in vegas lopez say no this is lopez who say that
Wow! This is one of the most inspiring stories I have ever seen. To come from such humbling beginnings and to achieve what Francis has, this tells that nothing is impossible. Truly Inspiring!!!
I’ve seen this documentary from beginning to end at least 5 times. It’s the best documentary I’ve ever seen on UA-cam. From the sports aspect of things, Joseph Vincent makes the best documentaries, but this doc goes beyond just sports. I’m not going to attempt describing what’s so amazing about it, I just can’t. There’s no words for how inspiring and beautiful it is. The scene where it changes back and forth from Francis in the pool to the shores that he washed up on all those years prior, combined with the musical choice in that scene, it was just… indescribable.
This just goes to show you the hidden gems in this world. One of the greatest MMA heavyweights of all time almost never was had he not chosen to risk his life to travel to France, had he continued to fail or even died on his mission to get there. Makes you wonder how many didn't make it that could've been an all time great in any sport, or a leading mind in science or medicine or someone who could've changed the world for the better.
I think of that every day of the human potential is so undervalued cause of economic reason
if we could permit anyone to express is talent the world would be a mutch more better place
Well said. We all have potential. Just a matter of utilising our strengths
Excellent comment necessary as well.
@@voixdelaraison9637 same thats why its so important to ensure all or most kids an opportunity to be great. Our best and brightest my come from poor families or communities. Thats the beauty of genius it does not discriminate
You know I have always thought that the most hungry people for success come from the hardest backgrounds. They know the best way out of poverty is through hard work and sheer determination. We have it to easy with everything on a platter....education, health care, welfare and we take it for granted.
Then we watch how people risk their lives to have our 'normality' ...kinda puts things into perspective. Most of us have became quite passive in our lives, we don't have that hunger and it's a shame really. This guy deserves it all and more.
As an mma fan, this channel is fucking incredibele. the editing, the music, and the commentary which is added only when required and letting the subject, francis, tell his story in his own words is breath taking. seriously, movie level editing which stands out from all other youtube doccos. keep growing, and u have our support patrick. A++
He deserves so many more views and subscribers
I'm not a big mma fan but these videos are amazing
@@akritasdigenis4831 exactly
Honestly! I shared this with my friend and fam already
For all the pain and suffering he went through just chasing his dream, it had to feel so sweet doing this for himself as well as his country. Legendary story from a Legendary fighter.
My childhood female neighbor went through this route(Sahara desert) hoping to get to Europe for greener pastures, she unfortunately slumped and died in the desert and her body eaten by vultures. So very tragic.
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Before I watched this I was cursing that I don't have this and that but after watching this documentary I realised how blessed I am with the things. I have my parents, Good food, good health. I thank God for everything that he, my parents have him. Salute to Francis and his bravely
Amen
To overcome that degree of adversity ,the ring must have felt like a walk in the park to him ,truly a champ 🙏
Facts
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Good gracias man. I’m tearing up just 5 minutes in. Your documentary style is second to none and I’m here for it!
Francis story is beautiful story as African immigrant myself I can so relate, the sacrifices and hard work you have to put in is crazy but to see Francis today, gives me hope. Sad the UFC would not work with him but good on him for staying true to himself. I love your productions man. Thank you for this, God bless.
Hey man, am an African from Cameroon in the United States. This is the best documentary I've ever seem seen. Looking at it made me cry bc I can relate to it in a different way. We go through a lot trying to make a better life just bc of the failure and selfishness of our government system. My story is similar to this but not as a boxer rather becoming an entrepreneur. One day I will be have my own documentary and my story to inspire others. Keep up the good work man this video is amazing. Thanks.
Excellent
Hey I got goose bumps reading this ..I love your confidence..god bless u my brother
Bless you.
I heard his episode on JRE. This video just brings his story to life visually. Very well produced.
I always thought i was a heartless robot. I never shed a tear. This story made me tear up. Im so proud of this guy and i dont even know him. I will be rooting for him tonight!
Crazy but it doesnt show everything. Crossing the desert and after each failed attempt cross Marroco again… to try multiple times, is crazy. And all to go to Spain and get arrested. To then be released to be a homeless… and now HW King. Insane.
By far the greatest docu on UA-cam. This dude can make film
Man . What an incredible story. How can someone not feel inspired by him. And kudos to Patrick for choosing the right music for different scene. It blends perfect with the emotions
Nothing any opponent he ever faces says or does can ever scare this man. Dude is an absolute animal and a gentle giant at the same time. So happy he’s made it and hopefully his momma and family are living much happier and healthier lives now ❤️
For real imagine the joy his mom must’ve felt when she found out he was a world champion ❤
I was first upset when Francis defeated Stipe, but now after hearing his whole story. I am glad he won. If anyone deserves that belt, it is Francis!
Patrick, I binged all your videos from the past two days, and I couldn't hold back the tears in each one. These stories are truly exceptional, showcasing how these fighters' extraordinary life journeys led them to become champions. It's immensely inspiring! Thank you for your dedication, Patrick! Sending love and gratitude from Indonesia.
Love & gratitude from Canada my friend!
26:17 instant chills... what a life what a human
You can't beat a man in a ring who has won in the game of life. For me he's among the greatest of all time in sports.
It's really interesting to see the dichotomy between Ngannou and Khabib and how their fathers had completely opposite impacts on their lives, yet they rose to the same level in their respective domains.
Also that Khabib had everything arranged for him while Francis had to do everything on his own.
Maybe Francis will be inspiration for Khabib to get over the loss of his dad
@Indra Vrtrahaana.
You are blinded-by-bias and your comment is a confession of you exercising your demons.
Ngannou is an extraordinary person and league of a fighter in his own domain.
However, Khabib is from an extremely poor Dagestan and his life is rifed with physiological, emotional, financial struggles in his own way.
Sure Khabib had his edges but Ngannou is at the top of the pinnacle in the highest weight class and different edges when faced with excruciating circumstances like Ngannou's migration, father, are a catalyst to what he is today.
Even if your envious argument of Khabib's privileges is accepted yet he was exposed to militaristic and harsh regimented life.
Ibrahim Syal
Also exemplified how unequal the world, especially Africa, is. Adesanya also grew up in Africa but he was so rich, he couldn't even tie his shoes until he was 8 because the maid would do it for him. While Francis was absorbing mercury in a quarry. Absolutely insane
@Tribhuvan Shekhawat
True!!!
Can’t wait to see the movie. His story is amazing 😢
This is one of the most inspiring videos I have ever seen. Thank you Patrick Gavia
People see the size of his punch and the size of his muscles and think thats why he became a champion, when in reality its the sheer gargantuan size of his heart...
There is no shortage of tall men with muscles in this world... but a man who could endure what Francis has without ever wavering in his pursuit of his own envisioned destiny... ... that is unfathomably rare indeed.
and STILLLLLLLLLL you couldnt be anymore right
@@kevinetandu4744 lets go! Who woulda thought he had another tool in his belt to win fights like that now. Beautiful to see.
Francis Ngannou - "I don't what the hell is boxing but I know what is my dream and I'm gonna try."
He didn't even know what his dream really was but he knew it had something to do with fighting and that it was his dream. Imagine fighting for a dream so hard that you don't even really know much about it.
Most people like Kobe or Michael Jordan know about there dream and the sports greats and the rules of the game and the pay and the future that it could provide. Francis didn't even know any of that just decided to chase a dream he didn't even really know about 🤣
He is built different lol
@@callywetini6794 As Dana White famously said "Fighting is in our DNA"... Francis knew enough. He knew he saw Mike Tyson on VHS kicking peoples ass, and he knew he could kick some ass as well. And his intuition was quite right,. As we were famously taught by Bruce Lee- "Know Yourself"
You couldn't make a documentary about Ngannou's life and hardships any better than this. This is high budget, top tier level documentary. Wow, just WOW. I am insanely impressed by every frame in this. You have to get this to him somehow, this shows how far he has come. You immortalised him.
Couldn't agree more. This is so powerful I'd include it on a flash drive labeled "Humanity Highlights" and keep it protected forever 😆 for real though... Legendary is the only word that keeps coming
@@tomatosoup67 So true my brother
end montage made me cry fr
I have watched documentary but this one is soul touching 😥. No one is coming to rescue you but you.
Fucking bawling my eyes out, Francis Ngannou’s story is like an epic myth of a legendary warrior, but it’s REALITY!!!!! What an incredible man, beyond inspirational, and he is still so humble and compassionate towards his fellow people. The courage he has to have beaten all the odds to be the heavyweight champion of the world in MMA, it’s breathtaking! This man deserves everything he’s asking for and then some from the UFC. Those fighters sacrifice their bodies and risk so much for payouts that are so meager and small compared to the lion’s share of profit that goes to the greedy guts running the organization. Dana White demonstrated such pathetic immaturity and cowardice yesterday, not even enough respect for the basic gesture to put the belt on the undisputed reigning champion. Shameful. I just hope Francis can focus on recovering and healing from his injuries, and his victory and efforts speak volumes for themselves about who the real fighting winner is because if he can survive the desert, the ocean, and the hardships of his journey to get here, he will have no issue overcoming this battle to be given the dignity, reverence, and fair compensation he more than rightfully deserves!!!!!
I did not even notice Dana didn't put the belt on him! I was just in so much awe of Ngannou especially when hearing he was fighting injured. People like Dana are willfully ignorant of the struggles of men and women like Ngannou. They are all over the world and amazing souls. I guess it's easier to exploit and profit off those souls than to learn from them and reflect what makes those men and women like Ngannou amazing. 😓
well said my friend.
I 100% agree except I was not bawling my eyes, someone was cutting invisible onions.
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Absolutely agree with you, and what expect from Dana, he has no moral code, from what I have heard he fucked his sister-in-law.
Rooting for Francis on Saturday 💪
Im rooting for Gane but this story is still crazy all respect to him
Frans All the way
I wasn't. After watching this video it changed my opinion of Francis. Think I'm gonna place a small wager on my man this Saturday.
You already know we rooting for Francis
got the job done
This was very emotional.. Value of human life is taken for granted in so many places across the world. More respect and well wishes to Francis, hope he gets as rich as one can get, and passes on some of the fruits of his success to his community ❤🙏
This is just ridiculously good, pal. Seriously never stop producing this content. You were destined to do this. Cheers