Jon Jones News
Pros react after Jon Jones tells fans “maybe I’ll see you all in a year or two”
Cole Shelton - May 21, 2020
Jon Jones surprised many when he took to Twitter to announce he would be walking away from MMA following failed negotiations with the UFC. Jones had been vocal about going up to heavyweight and fighting Francis Ngannou his next time out. He then tweeted negotiations were ongoing but it didn’t take long after that for “Bones” to go on a Twitter rant saying the UFC did not give him what he wanted and we would not be seeing him for a year or two.
Jon Jones walking away from MMA due to poor offers from UFC for Francis Ngannou fight
Adam Martin - May 21, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones says he is walking away from mixed martial arts due to poor business offers from the UFC. Jones has been pursuing a superfight against heavyweight slugger Francis Ngannou and it appeared both men had legitimate interest in the matchup despite UFC president Dana White saying that he didn’t think both men actually wanted the fight. Still, fans and media figured that if the interest in this fight was real, that the UFC would be able to make the fight happen.
Jon Jones responds to Francis Ngannou: “You ain’t scaring nobody, I saw your heart"
Harry Kettle - May 20, 2020
UFC light heavyweight king Jon Jones has hit back at Francis Ngannou as rumors of a fight between the two continue to grow. “The Predator” took another huge step towards a second title shot when he knocked out Jairzinho Rozenstruik in just 20 seconds at UFC 249. Jones, on the other hand, is coming off the back of a controversial victory over Dominick Reyes in Houston.
Jon Jones plays Tweet and delete following latest jab at Francis Ngannou
Natasha Hooper - May 20, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is playing a Twitter post and delete game as he attempts to bait Francis Ngannou into a fight. Jon Jones’ reign as the 205-pound king has been put into question since his last fight against Dominick Reyes at UFC 247. Jones won the fight by decision, but many spectators felt “The Devastator” gave the stronger performance.
Francis Ngannou opens as betting favorite over Jon Jones
Adam Martin - May 19, 2020
UFC heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou opened as the betting favorite in a potential superfight against UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. Ngannou and Jones have been going back-and-forth on social media as of late with talks of a potential heavyweight superfight between two of the UFC’s biggest stars. Jones would be moving up in weight to take on Ngannou in what would undoubtedly be one of the biggest fights in UFC history. Now the sportsbooks are getting in on the action.
Alistair Overeem: Jon Jones can "definitely" beat Francis Ngannou
Tom Taylor - May 19, 2020
Alistair Overeem is very confident that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones could win a heavyweight fight with Francis Ngannou. Jones and Ngannou have been going back and forth on social media over the last week or so, with both men expressing their interest in a potential fight.
Jon Jones shares ideal weight range for heavyweight title win
Tom Taylor - May 19, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is confident that he’ll soon win the promotion’s heavyweight title to become a two-division champ. Jones has been teasing a move up to the heavyweight division for years, but has been doing so at an increased degree of late, repeatedly calling for a fight with streaking heavyweight knockout artist Francis Ngannou.
Daniel Cormier praises Jon Jones for "gangster" move of calling out Francis Ngannou
Cole Shelton - May 18, 2020
Daniel Cormier says Jon Jones calling out Francis Ngannou is a gangster move. Ever since Ngannou knocked out Jairzinho Rozenstruik in just 20 seconds at UFC 249, Jones has talked about moving up to fight him. It immediately caught the attention of the MMA world who has called for “Bones” to move up to heavyweight for years.
Jon Jones questions Chael Sonnen's "gangster" persona
Tom Taylor - May 18, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has fired another volley at his former opponent Chael Sonnen, this time challenging his rival’s “gangster” persona. Jones and Sonnen have been jawing back and forth for several days, with Sonnen most recently burying the light heavyweight champ under an avalanche of virulent Tweets.
Chael Sonnen rips Jon Jones over “has been” comment
Natasha Hooper - May 18, 2020
Jon Jones has been spending his COVID-19 lockdown on Twitter going back and forth with many of his rivals. His latest target is Chael Sonnen. The former middleweight and light heavyweight title contender turned MMA analyst responded to the light heavyweight champion’s insults.
Dana White reacts to talk of a potential Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou fight
Chris Taylor - May 16, 2020
UFC President Dana White shared his thoughts on a potential heavyweight bout between Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou during tonight’s post-fight press conference. Earlier this week, Jones (26-1 MMA) expressed his interest in moving up a weight class to take on the divisions most feared knockout artist in Ngannou.
Jon Jones responds to fan criticism, says he will "kick it up" going forward
Chris Taylor - May 16, 2020
UFC light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones says he has “got the message” from fight fans and promises to “kick it up” going forward. ‘Bones’ returned from a one and a half year layoff at UFC 232 in December of 2018, for a rematch with Alexander Gustafsson. Jones would ultimately put the Swede away in round three that night in Los Angeles, thus reclaiming the promotions vacant light heavyweight title.
Jon Jones doubles down on Francis Ngannou callout: "I'm going to win this fight"
Tom Taylor - May 15, 2020
It appears that UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is dead serious about moving up to heavyweight to fight Francis Ngannou. On Friday morning, Jones took to Instagram to double down on his call for a fight with the Cameroonian-French knockout artist, referring to it as a “modern day David and Goliath” matchup.
Dominick Reyes takes aim at Jon Jones and Tyron Woodley on social media
Natasha Hooper - May 15, 2020
Dominick Reyes took no prisoners on a recent Twitter campaign, targeting Jon Jones, Mike Perry, and Tyron Woodley. “The Dominator” has experienced a surge in popularity this year, particularly following his UFC 247 fight against Jon Jones. He fought the light heavyweight champion for the title and lost by decision, but many spectators believed he was the better fighter and should have won the clash.
Francis Ngannou responds to Jon Jones, says he’s willing to fight for bags of money
Cole Shelton - May 14, 2020
Francis Ngannou seems interested in potentially fighting Jon Jones. For years now, many fans have clamored for Jones to move up to heavyweight. His coach, Mike Winkeljohn told BJPENN.com it was time for “Bones” to move up in weight. If he does move up, many assumed it would be for the belt. Yet, recently, many fans brought up Ngannou’s name and Jones seems interested.
Jon Jones is certain he'd beat Francis Ngannou and is ready to prove it: "send the deal"
Tom Taylor - May 14, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is certain he’d win a potential fight with heavyweight knockout artist Francis Ngannou, and he’s ready to prove it. Speaking on Twitter on Thursday morning, Jones shared his belief that his recent opponent Thiago Santos, who he beat by decision in 2019, is a more dangerous striker than Ngannou—so he’d likely beat Ngannou too.
Glover Teixeira scolds Jon Jones over "the stupidest thing he's ever said"
Tom Taylor - May 14, 2020
Jon Jones says he is not afraid of Francis Ngannou: “I have no reason to doubt my chin”
Harry Kettle - May 14, 2020
UFC light heavyweight king Jon Jones has claimed that he isn’t afraid of Francis Ngannou, stressing that he has faith in his chin. “The Predator” is still enjoying the high from his decisive knockout win over Jairzinho Rozenstruik at UFC 249 last weekend, in a win that all but guaranteed he will be one of the next two challengers in the race to capture the UFC Heavyweight Championship.
Fan responds to Anthony Smith diss, sends Jon Jones packing on Twitter
Christopher Taylor - May 14, 2020
UFC light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones was watching tonight’s main event between Glover Teixeira and Anthony Smith with keen interest. ‘Bones’ has defended his crown against both Smith and Teixeira in the past, but knew tonight’s winner would inch one step closer to a rematch.