Jon Jones News
Dana White confirms Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes winner is next for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic winner: "Absolutely"
Josh Evanoff - July 25, 2024
According to UFC President Dana White, the winner of Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes will face Jon Jones, or Stipe Miocic next. The interim heavyweight title is currently set to be defended in the co-main event of UFC 304 in Manchester. The bout will be Tom Aspinall’s first defense of the championship, since winning it last November with a knockout over Sergei Pavlovich. With the win, the British star hoped to face Jon Jones next.
Jon Jones reacts to the elimination of the 12-6 elbow rule: "Undefeated then, undefeated now"
Curtis Calhoun - July 23, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones didn’t take long to react to the eradication of the 12-6 elbow ban in MMA’s unified ruleset. The Association of Boxing Commissions and Combative Sports lifted the ban of 12-6 elbows on Tuesday in a rules committee meeting. The committee voted unanimously to lift the ban on the controversial technique.
UFC commentator believes Jon Jones must "acknowledge" Tom Aspinall if he beats Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304
Harry Kettle - July 20, 2024
UFC commentator John Gooden believes Jon Jones needs to acknowledge Tom Aspinall if he defeats Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. Following his 37th birthday, Jon Jones appears to be gearing up for a return in November. When he does get back in the cage, it’ll likely be to defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic.
Jon Jones provides an update on title superfight against Stipe Miocic
Harry Kettle - July 19, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has provided an update on his rumored showdown with Stipe Miocic. As we know, Jon Jones is the current undisputed heavyweight champion of the UFC. Last year, he was set to defend that crown against former king Stipe Miocic. Unfortunately, injury forced ‘Bones’ out of that contest, and we’ve been left to wait and see when it would be rebooked. Now, it appears as if we’re getting closer and closer to fight night.
Daniel Cormier defends Jon Jones after recent misdemeanor charges: “That deal is BS!”
Curtis Calhoun - July 17, 2024
Daniel Cormier has two-time UFC rival Jon Jones’s back when it comes to the heavyweight champion’s latest run-in with the law. Jones is charged with two misdemeanors for assault and interference with communication stemming from an incident involving two Drug Free Sport International testers at his home in March. On Wednesday, Jones pleaded not guilty to the charges and will appear for trial at a later date.
Jon Jones pleads not guilty to misdemeanor charges linked to recent drug testing incident
Curtis Calhoun - July 17, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones pleaded not guilty to two misdemeanor charges stemming from an alleged altercation with two Drug Free Sport International testers. Jones appeared in an Albuquerque, NM courtroom on Wednesday with his legal team. He pleaded not guilty to one misdemeanor charge of assault, and one for interference with communication in connection to the March incident.
Muhammad Mokaev claims the UFC "didn't want" him to break Jon Jones' record of youngest UFC champion
Cole Shelton - July 17, 2024
UFC flyweight contender Muhammad Mokaev claims the UFC didn’t want him to break Jon Jones’ record of being the youngest UFC champion. Mokaev signed with the UFC at the end of 2021 as he was just 21 at the time. He had made it clear he wanted to become the youngest UFC champion in history and started out his UFC tenure with a 58-second win over Cody Durden. He then picked up two more wins in 2022 to end the year 3-0 and in contention at flyweight.
Jon Jones reportedly charged with two misdemeanors in case involving Drug Free Sport agent
Josh Evanoff - July 15, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has found himself in legal trouble ahead of his return. ‘Bones’ has been out of the cage since a submission victory over Ciryl Gane last March. Jon Jones wound up submitting ‘Bon Gamin’ in the first round, winning vacant heavyweight gold in the process. Following the victory, the newly crowned champion called to face Stipe Miocic, and the two quickly booked a bout for November.
Chael Sonnen slams Daniel Cormier for suggesting Tom Aspinall can still sabotage planned Jones vs. Miocic fight: “Is he drunk?”
Harry Kettle - July 12, 2024
Chael Sonnen has questioned Daniel Cormier for suggesting Tom Aspinall could still interrupt the planned Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic showdown. As we know, Tom Aspinall is the interim UFC heavyweight champion. At UFC 304 in Manchester, he’ll defend that title against Curtis Blaydes. The Englishman is considered to be the favorite, but regardless of whether or not he wins, he’s unlikely to go up against Jon Jones in his next outing.
Matt Brown scoffs at backlash for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic: "Let them f*cking fight"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 10, 2024
Retired fan favorite Matt Brown doesn’t understand the hate for Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic. Jones vs. Miocic had been planned for UFC 295 back in November 2023. The UFC Heavyweight Championship would’ve been at stake, but “Bones” suffered an injury. As a result, an interim title bout between Tom Aspinall and Sergei Pavlovich took its place.
Daniel Cormier explains how Tom Aspinall could sabotage Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic: "Could you imagine?"
Curtis Calhoun - July 8, 2024
Daniel Cormier thinks Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic might fall through the cracks if Tom Aspinall makes a statement at UFC 304. Aspinall will face Curtis Blaydes in defense of his interim UFC heavyweight title at UFC 304 in Manchester on July 27. He returns to the Octagon for the first time since knocking out Sergei Pavlovich for the interim title in November.
Jon Jones announces date for UFC return against Stipe Miocic: "It's really happening"
Josh Evanoff - July 5, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones will fight Stipe Miocic in November at Madison Square Garden. ‘Bones’ hasn’t competed since his return at UFC 285 last March. The bout was Jon Jones’ first in over three years, and it was his first up at heavyweight as well. Despite the long lay-off, the former light-heavyweight champion made quick work of Ciryl Gane. Jones submitted ‘Bon Gamin’ in the first round, winning UFC heavyweight gold in the process.
UFC champion Jon Jones weighs in on “spirit channeling and magic” in MMA
Susan Cox - July 3, 2024
UFC champion Jon Jones is weighing in on ‘spirit channeling and magic’ in MMA. Jon ‘Bones’ Jones (27-1 MMA) at 36 is the UFC heavyweight champion.
Jon Jones appears to pivot on UFC retirement timeline: "Options are looking crazy"
Curtis Calhoun - July 1, 2024
After his upcoming return to the Octagon, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones might not be ready to call it quits. Jones is expected to face former UFC heavyweight titleholder Stipe Miocic later this year. While an official date hasn’t been announced for the anticipated booking, Jones recently leaked a November pay-per-view targeting.
Chael Sonnen feels Jon Jones was right with previous assessment of Sergei Pavlovich: “The biggest fight he's had in four years is against Islam Makhachev”
Harry Kettle - June 26, 2024
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has given his thoughts on Jon Jones’ previous assessment of Sergei Pavlovich. As we know, Jon Jones is one of the greatest fighters of all time. There are plenty of criticisms that have been thrown his way but in equal measure, he’s also overcome everyone he’s faced off against in the Octagon. At this point, fans are just waiting for an announcement regarding when he’s going to get back in the cage.
Tom Aspinall is focusing on his own legacy ahead of UFC 304 title defense: "I don't need Jon Jones"
Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2024
While UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall wants to fight Jon Jones, he doesn’t need to. The British fighter is just a month away from defending his gold on home soil. Just a few months removed from his knockout win over Sergei Pavlovich to win the interim title, Tom Aspinall will meet Curtis Blaydes. ‘Razor’ is coming off a second-round knockout victory over Jailton Almeida at UFC 299 in March.
Dana White opens up on Jon Jones' UFC return, confirms 'Bones' will be back soon
Josh Evanoff - June 17, 2024
According to Dana White, UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones could be back as soon as this summer. ‘Bones’ hasn’t competed in well over a year. Last March at UFC 285, Jon Jones ended a lengthy hiatus by moving up to heavyweight to face Ciryl Gane. Fighting for the title that Francis Ngannou left vacant, he needed only one round to dispatch of ‘Bon Gamin’. Jones earned a first-round submission victory to win the gold.
Jon Jones ramps up Tom Aspinall taunts: "Your boy was getting that a** kicked!"
Curtis Calhoun - June 13, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones wouldn’t be surprised if Tom Aspinall gets knocked out by Curtis Blaydes at UFC 304. The UFC interim heavyweight champion Aspinall will defend his belt against Blaydes in the UFC 304 co-main event on July 27 in Manchester. He returns to the cage after defeating Sergei Pavlovich for the interim title at UFC 295, after Jones’s withdrawal from the card’s main event.