Jon Jones News
UFC Rankings Update: Dustin Poirier leapfrogs Jon Jones on P4P list
Susan Cox - April 19, 2022
In the latest update of the UFC rankings Dustin Poirier has overtaken former light heavyweight champion Jon Jones on the pound-for-pound list. Poirier (28-7 MMA), last fought at UFC 269 in December 2021 against Charles Oliveira (32-8 MMA) in the lightweight main event. It was Oliveira who beat ‘The Diamond’ during that match-up. However, prior to that loss Poirier met and defeated Conor McGregor (22-6 MMA) twice during 2021.
Henry Cejudo weighs in on rumored Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic fight: “I think it’s easy money for Jon”
Susan Cox - April 19, 2022
Henry Cejudo has weighed in on the rumored Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic fight. Cejudo thinks it would be a great matchup for the former light heavyweight champion. It was just a couple of days ago when UFC President, Dana White spoke with TMZ about their summer schedule, saying:
Jon Jones opens as sizeable favorite in potential fight against Stipe Miocic
Cole Shelton - April 18, 2022
Jon Jones has opened as the betting favorite over Stipe Miocic. Recently, UFC president Dana White revealed that the UFC is looking to book Jones vs. Miocic for International Fight Week. It is a massive fight and one many fans have been asking to see ever since ‘Bones’ hinted at possibly moving up to heavyweight.
Dana White thinks Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic "makes sense" this summer
Fernando Quiles - April 17, 2022
UFC President Dana White believes that it’s time to book Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic. The UFC Heavyweight Title picture is up in the air. Francis Ngannou is the current champion but there are some question marks about his future. He underwent successful knee surgery, so he will be out of action for a while. On top of that, he is in the midst of a contract dispute with the UFC.
Jon Jones says he will be in peak condition by June or July but is still waiting on a fight offer
Harry Kettle - April 4, 2022
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has said he plans on being in “peak condition” by the summer. For the last few years we’ve all been waiting for the moment that Jon Jones gets back into the Octagon and finally debuts at heavyweight. Unfortunately, whether it be due to contract disputes or personal issues, we’re no closer to seeing “Bones” make his long-awaited comeback.
Daniel Cormier says Jon Jones not in the wrong for Chael Sonnen feud: "He is right"
Josh Evanoff - March 29, 2022
Daniel Cormier has offered his take on the ongoing Jon Jones vs. Chael Sonnen saga. ‘Bones’ and ‘The Bad Guy’ have been feuding for years. Even after their UFC 159 headliner ended in a dominant win for Jones, they’ve kept talking. For years, Sonnen took aim at the former champion’s history with the law, and now, he is returning the favor.
Jon Jones admits his candle for light heavyweight blew out: “It showed in my last fight”
Susan Cox - March 29, 2022
Jon Jones has taken to Twitter to talk about his former light heavyweight status and what’s to come for the fighter in 2022. Jones (26-1 MMA) last fought back in February of 2020 at UFC 247, where he defeated Dominick Reyes (12-3 MMA), defending the light heavyweight title for the 13th time. Jon Jones defeated Dominick Reyes via unanimous decision (48-47, 48-47, 49-46).
Jon Jones continues to unload on Chael Sonnen: “Imagine having someone at your job who couldn’t hold your jockstrap being your biggest critic”
Harry Kettle - March 29, 2022
Jon Jones’ vendetta against Chael Sonnen continues to escalate following his latest series of tweets regarding the former title challenger. While their actual feud for the UFC light heavyweight championship may have been fairly amicable, post-retirement Chael Sonnen hasn’t been so kind to Jon Jones. “The Bad Guy” has been a vocal critic of the GOAT contender’s actions outside of the cage and in turn, “Bones” hasn’t been afraid to hit right back at him – usually over social media.
Jon Jones calls out his critics after new details emerge in Chael Sonnen case
Christopher Taylor - March 27, 2022
Jon Jones has called out his critics after new details emerged regarding Chael Sonnen’s alleged hotel brawl in Las Vegas. It was back in December of 2021 when news broke that ‘The American Gangster’ had been slapped with five battery citations after allegedly being part of a hotel brawl.
Darren Till proclaims "future champion" Tom Aspinall would beat Jon Jones: "He would play with him"
Josh Evanoff - March 25, 2022
It’s safe to say that Darren Till is high on Tom Aspinall. In addition to thinking his countryman will become a champion, he also thinks he defeats Jon Jones. Aspinall competed last weekend at UFC London against Alexander Volkov. The 28-year-old defeated his Russian counterpart via first-round submission. For his efforts, he earned a ‘Performance of the Night’ bonus and shot up the heavyweight rankings. Following the bout, he called out Tai Tuivasa for a matchup next.
Khamzat Chimaev explains why he wants to train with Jon Jones in the future: “The guys who he beat, it was monsters. Monsters in his division”
Cole Shelton - March 25, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev wants to train with Jon Jones in the very near future. Chimaev is currently training alongside Darren Till and recently has said he is open to having Conor McGregor train with them. The Swede wants to put together an all-star team and now he hopes Jones comes and works with them as well.
Chris Daukaus explains why he wouldn't fight Jon Jones: "I don't know if I could give that man 12 weeks of my life"
Cole Shelton - March 24, 2022
Chris Daukaus doesn’t think he would fight Jon Jones even if it was offered. Daukaus, a former Philadelphia police officer, knows a fight against Jones would be a big payday and a massive fight for his career. However, Jones has a history of not making it to the fight due to positive drug tests or legal problems. With that, Daukaus says he couldn’t commit 12 weeks of his life to a fight that probably doesn’t happen.
Israel Adesanya says he doesn't need Jon Jones fight but still wants it: "People think I need that for my legacy"
Cole Shelton - March 9, 2022
Israel Adesanya says he still would like to fight Jon Jones, even though he doesn’t think he needs it for his legacy. Adesanya is coming off a decision win over Robert Whittaker and with that has practically cleared out the middleweight division. That being said, many think ‘Stylebender’ will move back up to light heavyweight again. Adesanya previously competed at 205lbs at UFC 259, where he suffered a loss to the now-former light heavyweight champion in Jan Blachowicz.
Jorge Masvidal claims Colby Covington robbed Jon Jones in College: “Jones warned me numerous times”
Susan Cox - March 1, 2022
Jorge Masvidal is claiming Colby Covington robbed Jon Jones in College. Masvidal and Covington, former training partners and roommates were also friends. In the last few years, the friends have become foes and have taken to social media platforms to talk trash about one another.
Khamzat Chimaev sends message of support for former UFC champion Jon Jones
Susan Cox - February 28, 2022
Khamzat Chimaev has taken to Twitter to show support for former UFC champion Jon ‘Bones’ Jones. Chimaev (10-0 MMA) competes in the welterweight division of the UFC and recently defeated Li Jingliang (18-7 MMA) at UFC 267 in October 2021 by submission in the first round.
Colby Covington hurls accusations at his former friends Jorge Masvidal and Jon Jones: “They cheat on their wives. They beat their wives”
Susan Cox - February 25, 2022
Colby Covington will be returning to the Octagon on Saturday March 5, 2022 at UFC 272. It will be a welterweight grudge match between Colby Covington (16-3 MMA) vs Jorge Masvidal (35-15 MMA) in the main event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Jon Jones says the story is “far from over” as he prepares to make heavyweight run
Susan Cox - February 24, 2022
Jon Jones has taken to Twitter to say his story is far from over and he is preparing to make a heavyweight run. Jones, (26-1 MMA) normally competes in the light heavyweight division of the UFC and has lost only once during his run. That loss came during a matchup with Matt Hamill (12-8 MMA) back in December of 2009 and was by disqualification due to elbow strikes.
Colby Covington reacts after Jon Jones announces his fiancé left him two months ago
Jeffrey Walter - February 23, 2022
Colby Covington has reacted after his former college roommate Jon Jones announced that his fiancé left him two months ago. Jones (26-1 MMA), who is widely considered to be the greatest pound-for-pound fighter in mixed martial arts history, took to Twitter this afternoon where he shared the following information regarding his personal life.