Jon Jones News
Demetrious Johnson explains why Jon Jones isn't the Michael Jordan of MMA
Harry Kettle - September 28, 2024
Demetrious Johnson has explained why he doesn’t see Jon Jones as the Michael Jordan of mixed martial arts. In the eyes of many, Jon Jones is the greatest fighter of all time. He’s done some incredible things in the sport and later this year, he’ll hope to cement his legacy even further when he battles Stipe Miocic. In doing so, he’ll be defending his UFC heavyweight championship against the man who many believe is the best heavyweight ever.
Tom Aspinall reveals who he wants in first title defense if Jon Jones retires: "It only makes sense..."
Josh Evanoff - September 26, 2024
UFC interim heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall knows what he wants if he’s not facing Jon Jones or Stipe Miocic. The British fighter hasn’t competed since a trip to the octagon in July, in Manchester. In the co-main event of UFC 304, Tom Aspinall made his first interim title defense against Curtis Blaydes. There, the heavyweight handed ‘Razor’ a first-round knockout loss. Post-fight, Aspinall called to face Jon Jones and unify their titles.
Aljamain Sterling recalls Jon Jones "going nuts" at the bar a week before early fights
Harry Kettle - September 26, 2024
Aljamain Sterling has taken a trip down memory lane to when he spent a lot of time with, at the time, rising UFC contender Jon Jones. As we know, Jon Jones is a pretty divisive figure. He’s also one of the greatest fighters of all time. Some fans can’t stand him, whereas others are convinced that he is the undisputed GOAT. Later this year, he’ll put his UFC heavyweight title on the line when he defends against former champion Stipe Miocic.
Jon Jones' coach believes 'Bones' will likely retire following UFC 309: "This is a dangerous game"
Josh Evanoff - September 24, 2024
Brandon Gibson believes Jon Jones will likely walk away after his UFC 309 title defense. ‘Bones’ has been out of the cage since his move to heavyweight last March. In the main event of UFC 285, Jon Jones scored a quick submission victory over Ciryl Gane, winning the title Francis Ngannou left vacant. Following the win, the newly crowned champion called out Stipe Miocic. While an injury prevented the two from squaring off last year, they’re finally set to collide in November.
Daniel Cormier predicts what will happen if Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic gets canceled again: "Opportunity for disappointment"
Curtis Calhoun - September 19, 2024
UFC analyst Daniel Cormier is already preparing for the worst circumstances ahead of Jon Jones’s return to the Octagon against Stipe Miocic. Jones and Miocic are scheduled to headline UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden in November. After they were supposed to fight last year at UFC 295, the heavyweight matchup between legends will (hopefully) come to fruition.
Dana White reacts to Jon Jones saying UFC 309 is his final fight: "We’ll go from there"
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White has opened up following the news that heavyweight champion Jon Jones said his UFC 309 fight against Stipe Miocic will be his last. The UFC officially announced that Jones will be defending his heavyweight title on November 16 against Stipe Miocic in an intriguing bout. However, while attending UFC 306 on Saturday, ‘Bones’ said this fight is likely his last.
UFC 309: ‘Jones vs. Miocic’ Fight Card and Start Times
Cole Shelton - September 19, 2024
The UFC heads back to Madison Square Garden for their annual November date for a solid UFC 309 card that sees the heavyweight title up for grabs. Event: UFC 309: Jones vs Miocic Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024 Location: Madison Square Garden (New York City, New York) Broadcast: Pay-per-view & ESPN+ (10 p.m. main card, 6 p.m. prelims)
Chael Sonnen believes Jon Jones is lying about UFC 309 fight being his last: "He did not mean it!"
Josh Evanoff - September 18, 2024
Chael Sonnen doesn’t believe UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is serious about retirement. Earlier this week, ‘Bones’ announced his return to the cage. In the main event of UFC 309 in November at Madison Square Garden in New York City, Jon Jones will face former champion Stipe Miocic. For his part, the latter hasn’t competed since a second-round knockout loss to Francis Ngannou in early 2021.
Jon Jones praises 'awesome champion' Alex Pereria after meeting at Noche UFC: "He was so humble"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
UFC heavyweight Jon Jones has nothing but respect for fellow champion Alex Pereira. ‘Bones’ was in attendance for the massive Noche UFC show in Las Vegas over the weekend. There, the promotion finally made Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic official. With the heavyweight champion on hand, it was announced that he would face the 41-year-old former titleholder in November at UFC 309 in New York City.
Tom Aspinall reacts to Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight announcement: "Give me my undisputed title"
Josh Evanoff - September 16, 2024
Interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall is ready to fight Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic. The British fighter has been out of the cage since his first title defense in Manchester earlier this summer. In the co-main event of UFC 304, Tom Aspinall faced Curtis Blaydes, handing ‘Razor’ a first-round knockout defeat. Following the victory, the interim heavyweight champion called for a bout with Jon Jones.
Jon Jones reveals UFC 309 is "going to be the last time" he fights
Cole Shelton - September 16, 2024
Jon Jones says he will be making the walk to the Octagon for the final time at UFC 309. Jones is set to headline the pay-per-view card on November 16 at Madison Square Garden as he defends his heavyweight title for the first time against Stipe Miocic. Before the fight was made, there were rumors it would be the final fight for both Jones and Miocic.
Alex Pereira plans to train with Jon Jones ahead of his Octagon return at UFC 309: “I want to grab his experience”
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 16, 2024
Forget a super fight, Alex Pereira wants to train with Jon Jones. The stars were out for UFC 306 inside the Sphere in Las Vegas this past Saturday night. UFC heavyweight champion Jones and light heavyweight titleholder Pereira were both in attendance and got a chance to link up.
Dana White confirms Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic will headline UFC 309 at MSG
Chris Taylor - September 14, 2024
Dana White has confirmed that Jon Jones will defend his heavyweight title against Stipe Miocic in the main event of UFC 309 on November 16. Jones (27-1 MMA), arguably the greatest fighter in MMA history, will be returning to action for the first time since claiming the promotion’s then-vacant heavyweight title with a submission win over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 in March of 2023. ‘Bones’ was originally slated to fight Miocic in the main event of UFC 295 but was forced to withdraw from the contest after suffering a torn pectoral in training.
Tom Aspinall admits revamped Jon Jones attacks are meant to "Test his ego"
Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2024
There’s a calculated method to the madness behind interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall’s recent online banter with Jon Jones. Aspinall is fresh off a dominant interim title defense against Curtis Blaydes in their UFC 304 rematch. Just seconds into the fight, Aspinall floored Blaydes and won the fight by knockout.
Jon Jones reacts to Dana White's MMA 'Mount Rushmore' list
Curtis Calhoun - September 10, 2024
UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones lauded CEO Dana White for his inclusion on the UFC headman’s MMA ‘Mount Rushmore’ list. Jones is expected to face former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic in November. He hasn’t competed since winning the then-vacant heavyweight belt over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285.
Bellator champion Usman Nurmagomedov picks Islam Makhachev over Jon Jones in UFC pound-for-pound debate
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 6, 2024
Usman Nurmagomedov has weighed in on the pound-for-pound debate. At the top of the official UFC pound-for-pound rankings currently is UFC lightweight champion Islam Makhachev. UFC light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira has the number two spot, while Jon Jones sits at number three.
Matt Brown dismisses idea that Jon Jones' legacy would be tarnished if he doesn't fight Tom Aspinall
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 4, 2024
Matt Brown is dismissive of the idea that the legacy of Jon Jones would take a hit if he never fights Tom Aspinall. Much has been made over the UFC’s insistence on going through with plans to book Jones against Stipe Miocic for the UFC Heavyweight Championship. The two were supposed to collide back in November 2023, but “Bones” suffered an injury and was forced to pull out of the fight.
Video | Dana White releases Jon Jones ‘The GOAT’ promo amidst pound-for-pound debate
Harry Kettle - September 4, 2024
UFC CEO Dana White continues to make the case for Jon Jones being the pound-for-pound best fighter in the sport. Later this year, Jon Jones will likely defend his UFC heavyweight championship against Stipe Miocic. It’s a true legacy fight for both men, with Jon being seen as the GOAT and Stipe being seen as the heavyweight GOAT. Of course, a lot of fans and pundits aren’t happy about it.