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Jon Jones responds after Dominick Reyes disparages his boxing
Tom Taylor - February 6, 2020
Dominick Reyes has a tall task ahead of him. At UFC 247, which goes down this Saturday in Houston, Texas, he’ll attempt to defeat the seemingly unbeatable UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. While there is not a lot of belief that Reyes will pull this feat off, the man himself is confident, and sees several weaknesses in Jones’ game.
Dominick Reyes plans to exploit Jon Jones’ boxing at UFC 247
Harry Kettle - February 6, 2020
UFC 247 title challenger Dominick Reyes is aiming to exploit the boxing of UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones this Saturday in Houston, Texas. Reyes is set to face off against Jones this weekend in the main event of UFC’s second PPV card of the year. It’s set to be an explosive showdown between two of the best light heavyweight fighters in the world, even though many fans and pundits aren’t giving Reyes much of a chance.
UFC 247 | Pro fighters make their picks for Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes title fight
Cole Shelton - February 6, 2020
In the main event of UFC 247, Jon Jones is looking to defend his light heavyweight belt once again when he battles Dominick Reyes. Heading into the fight, the champion is a -500 favorite while the undefeated challenger is a +350 underdog. Ahead of the fight, BJPENN.com reached out to several pro fighters to get their predictions for the fight and the pros are unanimous in this one believing Jones defends his belt.
Jon Jones explains why he is ahead of Khabib Nurmagomedov in the GOAT conversation
Natasha Hooper - February 6, 2020
In the run up to his title defence at UFC 247, Jon Jones made an appearance on ESPN “First Take.” His upcoming opponent, Dominick Reyes, was a hot topic, but the lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor also came up. The host, Stephen A. Smith, gave credence to Nurmagomedov and McGregor’s box office success in the sport. Co-host Max Kellerman postulated that Khabib Nurmagomedov is currently the best pound-for-pound fighter. Jones didn’t take offence to the comment but quickly gave justification for his superior GOAT status.
Jon Jones believes he will put GOAT conversation to rest with a second UFC title
Mike Pendleton - February 5, 2020
Current UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is arguably one of the greatest fighters of all-time, but that conversation is still up for debate to some. As Jones prepares for another defense of his UFC light heavyweight title against Dominick Reyes, who Joe Rogan believes is one of his tougher opponents, he recognizes that there could be change coming to his career, and he believes that change could put an end to the “GOAT” conversation. During an appearance on ESPN‘s First Take, Jon Jones discussed his place in the debate of greatest of all-time, and said he believes he will need to go into another weight class and win another belt to put that debate to rest.
Jon Jones eyes Corey Anderson, Johnny Walker after Dominick Reyes fight at UFC 247
Cole Shelton - February 5, 2020
Jon Jones knows there are still worthy opponents at light heavyweight if he emerges victorious this weekend. Jones is set to defend his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 247 when he takes on Dominick Reyes. The undefeated challenger presents a ton of challenges. But, should “Bones” get his hand raised he said he wants to fight Stipe Miocic at heavyweight for the belt.
Chael Sonnen wonders if Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya would be at catchweight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 5, 2020
Chael Sonnen isn’t predicting that Jon Jones vs. Israel Adesanya would take place at a catchweight but he wouldn’t be surprised if it does. Jones and Adesanya have gone back-and-forth to the point where fight fans are expecting the two to collide at some point. Jones is in his second reign as the UFC light heavyweight champion, while Adesanya holds the undisputed middleweight gold. Both men have title defenses coming up.
Jon Jones takes aim at Corey Anderson while praising UFC 247 opponent Dominick Reyes
Harry Kettle - February 5, 2020
Jon Jones has taken aim at UFC light heavyweight contender Corey Anderson, praising his UFC 247 opponent Dominick Reyes in the process. This weekend will see the return of the man who many consider to be the greatest of all time: Jon Jones. However, while his focus may be on Reyes who has been on an absolute ear at light heavyweight in recent years, Jones can’t help but bring up a few adversaries that could pop up down the road.
Jon Jones' former opponent Rashad Evans explains what Dominick Reyes needs to do to win
Natasha Hooper - February 4, 2020
Jon Jones is putting his light heavyweight title on the line against the rising contender, Dominick Reyes. His former opponent and teammate, Rashad Evans, reveals what it will take for the title challenger to overthrow the 205-pound champion. When Jon Jones began training at Jackson Wink MMA in Albuquerque New Mexico, Evans was the light heavyweight star. While “Suga” initially embraced fresh meat in the form of Jon Jones, the power shift fractured any budding friendship.
Dominick Reyes sees two key weaknesses in Jon Jones
Tom Taylor - February 4, 2020
At UFC 247, which goes down this Saturday in Houston, Texas, Dominick Reyes will attempt to do what so many others have failed to do: defeat UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones. While Reyes will enter this fight as a significant underdog, he’s brimming with confidence, and believes Jones has two key weaknesses that he might be able to expose.
Dominick Reyes responds to Jon Jones saying he only beats cans
Fernando Quiles Jr. - February 4, 2020
Dominick Reyes is aware of Jon Jones’ latest digs just ahead of UFC 247. We’ve entered fight week for the UFC’s next pay-per-view event. This Saturday night, Jones will put his light heavyweight gold on the line against Reyes. “Bones” is hoping to pull off the third successful title defense in his second reign as the 205-pound king. Reyes would like to capitalize on his first UFC title opportunity.
Jon Jones recounts getting bad 'energy' from referees in UFC fights
Tom Taylor - February 4, 2020
Dominick Reyes has stated that he intends to remind the referee for his UFC 247 fight Jon Jones of Jones’ infamous tendency to land eye-pokes. Understandably, Reyes’ doing so may cause the referee to keep an extra close eye on Jones in the fight. Apparently, that’s something Jones is used to.
Jon Jones most tested athlete in any sport according to Jeff Novitzky
Adam Martin - February 3, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones was the most tested athlete in any sport in 2019 according to UFC executive Jeff Novitzky. Jones was tested 42 times in 2019 by USADA, the Nevada State Athletic Commission, and the California State Athletic Commission combined. According to Novitzky, the UFC Senior VP of Athlete Health and Performance, that’s the most drug tests in one year for one particular athlete that he’s ever seen in his 20 years of experience in the space.
Jon Jones says 'child' Israel Adesanya won't be a challenge if they fight
Cole Shelton - February 3, 2020
Jon Jones doesn’t believe Israel Adesanya wants to fight him, but if they do scrap, it apparently won’t be a challenge for him. “Bones” is set to defend his light heavyweight title against Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 this Saturday. Should he win he has spoken about going up to heavyweight and fighting Stipe Miocic. Yet, one intriguing last fight at light heavyweight could be against the promotions current middleweight champion Israel Adesanya.
Jon Jones says he really wants to fight Stipe Miocic because he knows he would beat him
Cole Shelton - February 3, 2020
Jon Jones is confident that he would beat Stipe Miocic if they were to fight. Jones is set to defend his light heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 247 this Saturday against Dominick Reyes. Should “Bones” win, many hope he will move up to heavyweight, which he has been reluctant to do in the past. Yet, it appears he is open to a move up to scrap the champ in Miocic.
Jon Jones says transgressions are in the past: 'I take more accountability for my actions'
Tom Taylor - February 3, 2020
Jon Jones is widely regarded as the greatest mixed martial artists of all time. Unfortunately, Jones is also known for his lengthy list of issues outside the cage, which have resulted in legal trouble and brushes with the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). The good news for Jones fans, though, is that he says these issues are in the rear-view mirror. As he gears up for a Saturday night title fight with Dominick Reyes, Jones spoke to ESPN to discuss his troubled past, and his new focus on taking more accountability for his actions.
Jon Jones can rewrite the history books at UFC 247
Natasha Hooper - February 3, 2020
Jon Jones can make history at UFC 247. The light heavyweight champion returns to action against Dominick Reyes in the main event of the card on Saturday, February 9. The pay-per-view event take place in the Toyota Center in Houston and will be his first appearance since his split decision victory over Thiago Santos in July 2019.
Jon Jones says he will still be the best fighter in MMA 10 years from now
Adam D Martin - February 2, 2020
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones says that he will still be the best fighter in MMA 10 years from now. Jones is universally regarded as the best pound-for-pound MMA fighter on the planet and arguably the greatest mixed martial arts fighter of all time. Speaking to ESPN’s Ariel Helwani ahead of his UFC 247 title defense against Dominick Reyes, Jones says that he believes not only is he the best fighter in the world right now but that he still will be 10 years from now.