Johnny Walker trains with Francis Ngannou and helps the former champion prepare for his return to MMA.

Johnny Walker e Francis Ngannou Together after training. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Johnny Walker starred in a clash of giants with Francis NgannouThe Brazilian, who has a fight scheduled against Dominick reyes No. UFC 327On April 11th, in Miami (USA), he participated in a training session with the former Ultimate heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg). The Cameroonian is close to returning to professional MMA.

In a post on his Instagram profile, Johnny shared a message while documenting his training alongside the Cameroonian on his social media. It's worth noting that Ngannou has a fight scheduled against... Philip Lins at an event promoted by Most Valuable Promotions, on May 16th, in California (USA).

"King's training! When kingdoms collide! #wakandaforever #mma Thanks for the sparring, champion," he wrote. Johnny Walker after training with Francis Ngannou.

 

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Johnny Walker He has a record of 22 wins and nine losses in his professional career. The Brazilian is coming off a victory against Mingyang Zhang via technical knockout (punches and kicks) in the second round of UFC Fight Night 257, in August 2025.

On the other side, Francis Ngannou, who has been dedicated to the noble art, has not fought professional MMA since October 2024, when he won Renan Problem In PFL Super Fights, he won by knockout (punches) in the first round. The Cameroonian has a record of 18 wins and three losses in the sport.