Jon Jones News
Anthony Smith reveals front kicks from Jon Jones left him with a dead spot: “It killed the nerves”
Harry Kettle - February 9, 2022
UFC light heavyweight Anthony Smith has revealed front kicks from Jon Jones gave him a dead spot at UFC 235. Back in March 2019, Anthony Smith put up a valiant effort but ultimately fell short in his attempt to capture the 205-pound title from Jon Jones. “Lionheart” just wasn’t able to get into any kind of rhythm, although he did earn praise from fans and pundits for not opting to win the belt via disqualification following an illegal shot from the champion.
John McCarthy shares his thoughts on a potential Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic matchup: “Stipe is getting older”
Susan Cox - February 8, 2022
John McCarthy weighed in on what a Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic matchup might look like. McCarthy, ‘Big John’, is a former professional MMA referee and currently a broadcaster for Bellator MMA. Co-hosting the ‘Weighing In’ podcast with former world champion Josh ‘The Punk’ Thomson the two provide listeners with forty plus years of experience and lots of insight and banter.
Tai Tuivasa is open to fighting Jon Jones after UFC 271: "Count me in"
Josh Evanoff - February 7, 2022
Tai Tuivasa has decided to shoot his shot. ‘Bam Bam’ has stated that he’s down to fight former UFC light heavyweight champion, Jon Jones, after UFC 271. The former 205lb titleholder is expected to move up in weight and fight later this year. Tuivasa is currently scheduled to fight Derrick Lewis this Saturday. A win would put the Australian near the front of the line in terms of getting a title shot. However, it appears that Tuivasa seemingly has other plans rather than fighting for the title.
Jon Jones teases return fight against "greatest heavyweight of all time"
Josh Evanoff - February 4, 2022
Jon Jones has taken to Twitter to tease a return to the Octagon. The former UFC light heavyweight champion has been out of the cage since February 2020. Following his win over Dominick Reyes, he vacated his 205-pound title and announced his intention to move up to heavyweight.
Francis Ngannou’s coach explains why he wants to get Jon Jones his first time out at heavyweight
Harry Kettle - January 31, 2022
Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick has explained why he wants Jon Jones’ first heavyweight fight to be against Francis Ngannou. For years now we’ve been hearing talk of Jon Jones building his body up in the right way in anticipation of his move to the heavyweight division. The former light heavyweight king hasn’t been seen in the UFC since controversially beating Dominick Reyes in February 2020, with many wondering whether his issues with the promotion would prevent him from making that leap.
Jon Jones’ advisor to meet with the UFC to discuss potential title fights against Francis Ngannou and Stipe Miocic
Cole Shelton - January 28, 2022
Jon Jones’ advisor, Richard Schaefer will be meeting with the UFC brass this weekend to discuss ‘Bones’ returning to the UFC. Jones has not fought since February of 2020 where he defeated Dominick Reyes by decision to defend his light heavyweight title. After that, he vacated his 205lbs strap in hopes of moving up to heavyweight. However, as of right now ‘Bones’ has yet to make the official move, but the hope for many fans is he returns to face Francis Ngannou or Stipe Miocic in the very near future.
Henry Cejudo says Jon Jones is on “another level” compared to Francis Ngannou and Ciryl Gane: “He would literally eat these dudes for breakfast”
Susan Cox - January 28, 2022
Henry Cejudo, 34, (16-2 MMA) is very impressed with Jon Jones (26-1 MMA) and his chances of dominating in the UFC heavyweight division. Currently training alongside UFC flyweight and bantamweight champ Cejudo, at the ‘Fight Ready’ gym in Scottsdale, Arizona, ‘Bones’ already has his eye on the heavyweight title.
Daniel Cormier scolds Jon Jones for criticizing the performance of “wounded” Francis Ngannou at UFC 270
Cole Shelton - January 26, 2022
Daniel Cormier has sounded off on Jon Jones for his criticism of Francis Ngannou after UFC 270. After Ngannou defeated Ciryl Gane by decision to defend his heavyweight title for the first time, Jones said he wasn’t impressed with his performance. However, it should be noted that Ngannou fought with a torn MCL among other knee injuries, which Cormier says impacted him and why “Bones” shouldn’t criticize the heavyweight champion’s performance.
Stephen Thompson concerned that the kicks of Francis Ngannou or Ciryl Gane might snap the legs of Jon Jones
Harry Kettle - January 25, 2022
UFC welterweight Stephen Thompson is concerned that the kicks of Francis Ngannou or Ciryl Gane could do some real damage to Jon Jones. While he may not have fought inside the Octagon for almost two years, Jon Jones still holds a big presence on the UFC roster. He’s been teasing a move up to heavyweight for a long time now and after UFC 270, it appears as if “Bones” is finally ready to put his money where his mouth is.
Dan Hooker takes another shot at Jon Jones, says he'd fight him in a carpark
Cole Shelton - January 24, 2022
Dan Hooker has taken another shot at Jon Jones. Over Christmas, Jones and Hooker had a back-and-forth after the “Hangman” took a dig at the former UFC champion for his comments pertaining to Chael Sonnen’s battery citations. Jones then fired back at Hooker and the pair continued to trade barbs. Now, a month later, Hooker opened up on why he dislikes Jones.
Jon Jones reacts after Francis Ngannou defeats Ciryl Gane at UFC 270
Christopher Taylor - January 22, 2022
Jon Jones clearly tuned in to watch tonight’s UFC 270 main event between Francis Ngannou and Ciryl Gane. Ngannou (17-3 MMA) and Gane (10-1 MMA) collided this evening in a highly anticipated heavyweight title unification bout.
Francis Ngannou shoots down the idea of fighting Jon Jones next: "I’m done with that fight"
Jeffrey Walter - January 20, 2022
UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is no longer interested in the idea of fighting Jon Jones next. Ngannou (16-3 MMA) is set to square off with his former teammate and current interim title holder Ciryl Gane (10-0 MMA) in the headliner of Saturday’s UFC 270 pay-per-view event.
Ciryl Gane believes Jon Jones will be next if he beats Francis Ngannou at UFC 270: "The fans are already waiting for this fight"
Cole Shelton - January 19, 2022
Ciryl Gane believes his first heavyweight title defense will be against Jon Jones. Gane is the current interim heavyweight champion and set to face Francis Ngannou in the main event of UFC 270 in a highly-anticipated bout. The two are former training partners but they do not like one another. The stakes are already high for this fight. But, only adding to it is the fact the winner will likely face Jones next.
Jon Jones excited to “learn so much” about Ciryl Gane and Francis Ngannou at UFC 270
Harry Kettle - January 19, 2022
UFC star Jon Jones has said that he’s excited to learn more about Ciryl Gane and Francis Ngannou this weekend. This Saturday night, Francis Ngannou will defend the UFC heavyweight title against Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 270. The two former teammates will lock horns in one of the biggest title fights in recent memory, with fans and pundits alike being fairly split down the middle when it comes to who will come out on top.
Michael Bisping believes Daniel Cormier’s rivalry with Jon Jones is “skewing” his judgement
Harry Kettle - January 14, 2022
UFC commentator Michael Bisping believes Daniel Cormier’s rivalry with Jon Jones is impacting his views on Jones’ future. Daniel Cormier and Jon Jones faced off twice in their iconic rivalry with Jones coming out on top in both instances – although the second was later changed to a no contest. It’s clear to see that both men still don’t like one another and in a recent episode of DC & RC, Cormier said he doesn’t think Jones will win the UFC heavyweight title when he finally challenges for it.
Jon Jones will fight for the UFC heavyweight title, but will lose, says Daniel Cormier
Cole Shelton - January 12, 2022
Daniel Cormier expects Jon Jones to suffer defeat at heavyweight. Ever since Jones vacated his light heavyweight title in February of 2020, the plan was for him to move up to heavyweight. Yet, he took the rest of the year off and then all of 2021, as he proceeded to bulk up for the move. The plan is now for ‘Bones’ to make his debut in 2022 and for Cormier, he believes Jones will fight for heavyweight gold but won’t win the title.
Francis Ngannou shares his take on who is the best striker in mixed martial arts
Harry Kettle - December 31, 2021
UFC heavyweight king Francis Ngannou has named who he believes to be the best striker in mixed martial arts. When we’re talking about some of the most fearsome strikers in the sport, Francis Ngannou is one of the first names that comes to mind. “The Predator” has finished just about everyone of note that he’s climbed into the Octagon with and while there have been a few speed bumps along the way, he’s still managed to persevere and position himself as the “baddest man on the planet” after winning the title earlier this year.
Dan Hooker fires back at Jon Jones: “I was triggered by your disingenuous attempt to bring attention to Chael’s situation”
Harry Kettle - December 27, 2021
UFC featherweight newcomer Dan Hooker continues to take shots at Jon Jones as their social media rivalry over Chael Sonnen goes on. Over the course of the last few months we’ve seen the rivalry between Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen, which many believed to be dead and buried, intensify. It was initially centred around Jones and his recent run-in with the law but after Sonnen was also charged with five counts of battery, “Bones” couldn’t help but throw shade in the direction of his former Octagon foe.