Roy Nelson: ‘Competitive’ sparring with Francis Ngannou shows I still belong

This late in his career, Roy Nelson derives motivation from his sparring sessions with UFC title contender Francis Ngannou.

UNCASVILLE, Conn. – Ahead of Bellator 244, [autotag]Roy Nelson[/autotag] spoke with MMA Junkie on Wednesday during media day.

Nelson (23-18 MMA, 1-4 BMMA) discussed sources of his motivation to continue fighting after a 16-year professional MMA career, hopes of competing for a Bellator heavyweight title, his fight against Valentin Moldavsky, and more.

You can watch the full interview in the video above.

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Bellator 244 takes place Friday at Mohegan Sun Arena. The main card simulcasts on Paramount and DAZN following prelims on MMA Junkie.

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