Francis Ngannou backed Justin Gaethje (28-5) to upset Ilia Topuria (17-1) at UFC Freedom 250 and walked away a happy man after the American claimed the undisputed lightweight title at 6-1 odds.
Ngannou declined to reveal the exact figure but made clear it was a worthwhile bet.
“I knew. I put my money on Gaethje. I saw the odds and I’m like, ‘Something is wrong with this bookmaker.’ This is Justin Gaethje, man. Even when the guy lost, he always shows up and gives you the show. And he’s good at taking people out. He’s been knocked out — like, why? No, I put money on Gaethje. Thanks to him, I’m having a wonderful day. I’m having a beautiful week. I put some money on him. Not a million dollars,” Ngannou