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Jon Jones calls for two more fights with Daniel Cormier, Cormier fires back
Tom Taylor - September 4, 2018
If former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones has his way, his current USADA situation will soon be squared away, and he’ll fight his arch rival Daniel Cormier two more times: once to reclaim the light heavyweight belt, and once to capture the heavyweight title. “My vision is fighting him at light heavyweight first,” Jones said of Daniel Cormier in a recent interview with RT Sport (transcript via MMA Fighting). “I think that beating him a third time would really do something to his confidence. In his head, I feel like he thinks he can still beat me, especially because the fight was going fairly well until I knocked him out. I want to crush his confidence…
Jon Jones: 'I had to find a place in my heart to be happy' for Daniel Cormier after UFC 226
Drake Riggs - September 4, 2018
When fighters find themselves embroiled in heated rivalries, they forever end up intertwined with one another. Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier are no exceptions to that. The history between the two is clear yet ugly all at the same time. Jones was the once ruler of the 205-pound division but due to his own doing, he no longer is able to compete as actively as we expected him to be doing so from 2015 to now.
Jon Jones talks Cormier vs Lesnar and a potential trilogy bout with “DC” at heavyweight
Chris Taylor - September 1, 2018
It is no secret that former UFC light heavyweight kingpin Jon Jones (21-1 MMA) is not a fan of Daniel Cormier. With that said, “Bones” still has a ton of respect for “DC’s” talents and believes that Cormier will have no issue getting by former UFC heavyweight champion Brock Lesnar in their upcoming yet to be announced heavyweight title fight.
Jon Jones 'inspired' by Conor McGregor, talks fight with Khabib Nurmaomedov
Drake Riggs - August 31, 2018
When it comes to the big stars in MMA and more specifically the UFC, the names come few and far between. Which in a way can make them stand out even more. One of those among the big-name stars in the UFC hasn’t been in the spotlight all that much the past few years…or he has but for the wrong reasons.
Ilir Latifi calls for fight with "undisputed champ" Jon Jones, Jones responds
Tom Taylor - August 19, 2018
Excitement surrounding the potential return of former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is starting to mount. The MMA legend continues to hint at a comeback, and some members of the MMA community believe his next bout is already in the works. Whatever the case, Swedish light heavyweight contender Ilir Latifi is hoping to be the man to welcoming Jon Jones back to the cage. The hulking contender called for a fight with Jones on Twitter — while simultaneously questioning the legitimacy of Daniel Cormier’s reign as light heavyweight champ.
Luke Rockhold slams Brock Lesnar, Jon Jones: "These guys should be suspended for a long time"
Tom Taylor - August 17, 2018
Former UFC and Strikeforce middleweight champion Luke Rockhold believes fighters who fail drug tests — particularly those who fail multiple drug tests — should face harsher punishments from the UFC and the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA). Speaking with MMAjunkie recently, Luke Rockhold discussed former UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones, who has recently been teasing a comeback, and former heavyweight champ Brock Lesnar, who has recently been linked to a fight with heavyweight champ Daniel Cormier. In his eyes, both of these men should be facing lengthy suspensions for their recent failed drug tests.
Jon Jones promises "you’ve never seen anything like what’s coming"
Thomas Taylor - August 16, 2018
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones continues to tease his long-awaited return to the cage. Though his return is not set in stone just yet, he assures that, when he does make his comeback, he’ll be better than ever. Considering he’s widely considered one of the greatest fighters of all time, that’s definitely saying something. Every part of the journey matters. Triumphs and setbacks all combine to make the climb what it is supposed to be. My feet are dug in and I have clear motivation as to what I’m going after and why. I promise you’ve never seen anything like what’s coming #comebackseason
Coach: Jon Jones is developing one-strike KO power
Thomas Taylor - August 11, 2018
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones holds some of the most impressive victories in MMA history, having finished some of the best light heavyweights on earth in their competitive primes. That said, there aren’t a lot of one-shot knockouts on his resume. Instead, the former champion has delivered most of his stoppages by TKO or submission. Apparently, that could soon change.
Jon Jones issue deep statement on one-year anniversary of Daniel Cormier KO: "I'll be back"
Thomas Taylor - July 29, 2018
One year ago today, in the main event of UFC 214, Jon Jones knocked out his arch rival Daniel Cormier to reclaim the UFC light heavyweight title. In the subsequent days, however, it was learned that Jones had failed a pre-fight drug test. His knockout win was then ruled a no contest, and the title was returned to Cormier, who has held it ever since. This afternoon, Jon Jones took to Instagram with a deep and reflective statement on his last bout with Cormier, and how he’s spent the year since.
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Colby Covington suggests Jon Jones' management could be bribing USADA to expedite UFC return
Tom Taylor - July 18, 2018
UFC interim welterweight champion Colby Covington has never been shy when it comes to comments on his former roommate Jon Jones. His latest comments on Jones, however, might just take the cake. Speaking on Chael Sonnen’s Beyond the Fight podcast, Covington accused the former UFC light heavyweight champion and his management of bribing the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) in order to expedite his return to the Octagon.
Jon Jones issues savage response to Dillon Danis
Thomas Taylor - July 15, 2018
Earlier this weekend, former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones expressed interest in participating in a grappling match while he waits for his USADA situation to get sorted out. I’d be so down @FloGrappling who’s trying to get tapped out? https://t.co/vJB4OLz1NU
Former UFC champion Jon Jones says he could compete in other MMA organizations overseas, but doesn't really want to
Chris Taylor - July 14, 2018
Former UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones (22-1 MMA) has not stepped foot inside the octagon since his UFC 214 grudge match with Daniel Cormier last July in Anaheim. “Bones” proved victorious over “DC” that night via third-round knockout. However, the title fight rematch was eventually changed to a no-contest this after Jones failed his final pre-fight drug test which detected trace amounts of the anabolic steroid turinabol in his system.
Jon Jones sends word of encouragement to Francis Ngannou after disappointing UFC 226 loss
Tom Taylor - July 10, 2018
Francis Ngannou’s UFC 226 battle with Derrick Lewis was an undeniable disappointment, as he failed to mount any meaningful offense over the course of the three-round fight, and ultimately lost a unanimous decision as a result. After a brief period of silence, a disappointed Ngannou took to social media to explain his performance. Apparently, he let the residual nerves from his last fight — a decisive decision loss to Stipe Miocic — affect the way he fought at UFC 226.
Manager shares Jon Jones' private reaction to Daniel Cormier's UFC 226 win
Tom Taylor - July 10, 2018
UFC light heavyweight champ Daniel Cormier’s incredible UFC 226 knockout defeat of Stipe Miocic, which earned him the UFC heavyweight title, generated reactions from a host of MMA stars. One fighter in particular, however, was quite quiet in the immediate fallout of Cormier’s big win: his arch rival, Jon Jones. In the days since Cormier’s incredible win, Jones has made a few comments on social media, but none have addressed Cormier directly. According to Jones’ manager Malki Kawa, however, Jones had plenty to say behind closed doors.
Jon Jones' manager optimistic USADA decision could be made by "end of this month"
Tom Taylor - July 10, 2018
It feels like we’ve been waiting for the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) to hand Jon Jones a punishment for his 2016 failed drug test forever. At this point, we all just want to know what the future holds for the MMA great, one way or another. From the sounds of it, we’ll probably know soon. According to Jones’ manager Malki Kawa, who appeared on Ariel Helwani’s MMA Show on ESPN on Monday, USADA’s decision is coming soon — perhaps as early as the end of this month.
Jon Jones breaks silence after UFC 226
Tom Taylor - July 9, 2018
Ever since UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier knocked out Stipe Miocic to claim the UFC heavyweight title at UFC 226, we’ve been waiting for the first comments of his arch rival, Jon Jones. Well, Jones has now issued those comments — and they’re shockingly passive.
Dana White discusses Daniel Cormier's place in the GOAT debate
Tom Taylor - July 9, 2018
When UFC light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier knocked out Stipe Miocic in the UFC 226 main event, he became one of just two men in UFC history to wear belts in two weight classes concurrently — the other being Conor McGregor. Perhaps even more importantly, this win over Miocic solidified Cormier as one of MMA’s Greatest Of All Time. But where does Daniel Cormier sit in the GOAT discussion? UFC President Dana White gave his take at the UFC 226 post-fight press conference.