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Jon Jones scoffs at the idea that Ciryl Gane will be the toughest kickboxer he’s ever faced: “Gane’s last three opponents had terrible defense”
Cole Shelton - February 27, 2023
Jon Jones doesn’t agree that Ciryl Gane is the toughest kickboxer he has faced. Jones is set to headline UFC 285 on Saturday against Gane in Las Vegas for the vacant heavyweight title. It’s an intriguing matchup as it is the first time Jones has fought in over three years and is his heavyweight debut.
Jon Jones explains why he took aim at Francis Ngannou ahead of UFC 285: “Once I saw that, my tone changed”
Harry Kettle - February 27, 2023
Jon Jones has explained why he took a shot at Francis Ngannou ahead of his return to the Octagon at UFC 285 this weekend. On Saturday night, Jon Jones will fight in the UFC for the first time in three years. He’ll take on Ciryl Gane, with the UFC heavyweight championship being on the line.
Jon Jones claims Francis Ngannou "didn’t believe in himself" which is why the fight didn't happen: "He had the opportunity to face me but he opted out"
Cole Shelton - February 23, 2023
Jon Jones has a reason as to why the Francis Ngannou fight didn’t happen. Ever since Ngannou became the heavyweight champ and Jones announced he was moving up to heavyweight, the hope was the fight would happen. But, after contract negotiations stalled, Ngannou was released from his deal and instead, Jones will now face Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 for the vacant belt.
Jon Jones reveals his top-five greatest MMA fighters of all-time: "I appreciate his existence"
Josh Evanoff - February 23, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones has revealed his greatest of all-time list. ‘Bones’ is slated to return to the octagon next month at UFC 285. In his first bout in over three years, Jones will be making the jump to heavyweight to face Ciryl Gane. The two will battle for the vacant heavyweight championship, left inactive after Francis Ngannou left the promotion last month.
Jon Jones hoping for "reparations" from USADA regarding positive tests and calls for Daniel Cormier no-contest to be reverted to win
Josh Evanoff - February 21, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones is hopeful he’ll soon have two wins over Daniel Cormier. ‘Bones’ and ‘DC’ had one of the more high-profile rivalries in MMA history. The two shared the octagon on two occasions, and also had a fight outside the cage as well. Their first meeting came at UFC 182 in January 2015, with Jones coming out on top by a unanimous decision.
Jon Jones believes he and Daniel Cormier would "actually make great friends" if they have a chance to "chat it out"
Cole Shelton - February 21, 2023
Jon Jones has put his rivalry with Daniel Cormier to bed and now thinks the two could be friends. Jones and Cormier fought twice in the UFC, which resulted in one of the greatest rivalries in the promotion’s history. Despite years of bad blood, the longtime rivals have been civil in their most recent interactions online.
Chael Sonnen explains why he “didn’t really like” seeing Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier bury the hatchet
Harry Kettle - February 21, 2023
MMA analyst Chael Sonnen has explained why he wasn’t a fan of seeing Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier bury the hatchet. In just a few short weeks, Jon Jones will return to the Octagon after three years away. When doing so, he will take on Ciryl Gane for the UFC heavyweight championship.
Henry Cejudo believes Jon Jones will overwhelm Ciryl Gane in UFC 285 return: "I don't think this fight goes past three rounds"
Josh Evanoff - February 20, 2023
Former UFC dual-weight champion Henry Cejudo believes Jon Jones will dominate in his return. ‘Bones’ is slated to return to the octagon against Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 next month. The bout will be the former champion’s first in over three years. Jones’s most recent appearance in the cage was a controversial unanimous decision win over Dominick Reyes in February 2020.
Jon Jones sends words of praise to longtime rival Daniel Cormier: “I dig the way you represent yourself, the wrestling community, our community, and our sport”
Josh Evanoff - February 17, 2023
It appears that the beef between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier is truly done. ‘Bones’ and ‘DC’ had one of the most intense rivalries in the history of the sport. Having shared the octagon on two prior occasions, the series currently sits at 1-0 (1) in favor of Jones. That’s also not taking into account the fight the pair had outside the cage.
Daniel Cormier responds after Jon Jones says he has no issue with him commenting his title fight against Ciryl Gane: “It seems now that Jones is maturing”
Cole Shelton - February 16, 2023
Daniel Cormier believes Jon Jones is finally maturing. As Jones is set to take on Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 285, some fans wondered if Cormier would commentate the fight. Of course, Jones and Cormier were massive rivals but ‘Bones’ wrote on social media that he’d be happy to have ‘DC’ on the call.
Jon Jones refutes notion that Ciryl Gane will be the toughest striker he’s ever faced: “I fought many guys who were nasty on their feet”
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2023
Jon Jones doesn’t believe Ciryl Gane will be the toughest striker he has ever faced. Jones is set to take on Gane in the main event of UFC 285 on March 4 for the vacant heavyweight title. It’s an intriguing matchup as it will be Jones’ heavyweight debut and many believe Gane will pose a lot of problems on the feet for Jones which he doesn’t think is true.
Jon Jones backs Daniel Cormier to commentate his UFC 285 title fight against Ciryl Gane: “I trust that you would be non-biased”
Cole Shelton - February 15, 2023
Jon Jones is open to his longtime rival Daniel Cormier commentating his UFC 285 title fight. In the main event of the pay-per-view card from Las Vegas on March 4, Jones is set to move up to heavyweight to face Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title. It’s a massive fight but ahead of the scrap, many fans wondered if Cormier should be allowed to commentate the fight due to his rivalry with Jones.
Daniel Cormier responds to fans requesting that he avoids commentating the ‘Jones vs. Gane’ title fight: “Any other fights you want me off?”
Susan Cox - February 14, 2023
Daniel Cormier is responding to fans requesting that he avoids commentating the ‘Jones vs. Gane’ title fight. UFC 285, which takes place on Saturday, March 4th will feature Jon Jones (26-1 MMA) vs. Ciryl Gane (11-1 MMA) in the heavyweight main event.
Video | UFC 285: ‘Jones vs. Gane’ promo released
Harry Kettle - February 14, 2023
The Ultimate Fighting Championship has released an incredible new promo for UFC 285: Jon Jones vs Ciryl Gane. After three years away from the Octagon, Jon Jones will make his return at UFC 285 on March 4. He will be competing at heavyweight for the first time ever, aiming to take home the division’s title belt and become a two-weight world champion.
Stephen Thompson explains why he believes Ciryl Gane will become the heavyweight champion at UFC 285: “I just don’t see Jon Jones touching him”
Susan Cox - February 13, 2023
Stephen Thompson is explaining why he believes Ciryl Gane will beat Jon Jones and become the heavyweight champion at UFC 285. UFC 285 is set to take place on Saturday, March 4, 2023, at the T-Mobile Arena in Paradise, Nevada.
Islam Makhachev doesn't think fans will be impressed by Jon Jones after his UFC 285 title fight against Ciryl Gane
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 12, 2023
Islam Makhachev isn’t convinced that Jon Jones turn in a performance against Ciryl Gane that will impress fans. Makhachev will soon find himself at the number one spot on the official pound-for-pound rankings after he defeated reigning UFC Featherweight Champion Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284. The bout was contested for Makhachev’s lightweight gold.
Rampage Jackson explains why he believes Jon Jones is the dirtiest fighter in MMA
Cole Shelton - February 8, 2023
Rampage Jackson believes Jon Jones is the dirtiest fighter in MMA. Jackson and Jones fought at UFC 135 in 2011 for the light heavyweight title with ‘Bones’ winning by fourth-round submission. However, Jackson says he was frustrated with Jones’ knee kicks and after watching him progress in his career, he believes Jones is the dirtiest fighter in MMA.
Ciryl Gane not worried about Jon Jones' wrestling, hopes to be the "GOAT" if he wins at UFC 285
Cole Shelton - February 7, 2023
Ciryl Gane isn’t afraid of Jon Jones’ wrestling at UFC 285. Gane and Jones are set to headline UFC 285 on March 4 in Las Vegas for the vacant heavyweight title in an intriguing matchup. Heading into the contest, many point to Jones’ wrestling as a potential advantage given the fact Francis Ngannou was able to get Gane down. Yet, Gane says he isn’t worried about Jones’ wrestling ability.