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‘Use your brain’…Israel Adesanya vehemently defends Jon Jones against trolling fan at UFC meet-and-greet

Former UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya didn’t appreciate one UFC fan’s attempt to get him to troll Jon Jones. Jon Jones‘s retirement continues to send shockwaves around MMA.

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‘My biggest criticism of Jon Jones’… Ilia Topuria can surpass GOAT in key area says UFC record holder

A UFC veteran believes that Ilia Topuria is already on the verge of Jon Jones comparisons. At UFC 317, Topuria knocked out Charles Oliveira to win the vacant lightweight title with another ruthless knockout victory.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / July 1

Who Are the Best UFC Fighters to Come Out of The Ultimate Fighter?

The Ultimate Fighter (TUF) has been a proving ground for raw MMA fighters over the years. Whilst also producing several legendary fighters, we must never

MMA News / MMA Weekly / July 1

Holly Holm weighs in on teammate Jon Jones' retirement

Jon Jones relinquished the UFC heavyweight title and opted to retire. The former two-division UFC champion informed the fight promotion of his decision

MMA News / MMA Sucka / June 30

Is Jon Jones’ Legacy better than…

After Jon Jones retired from the sport of MMA, relinquishing his undisputed heavyweight title and consequently awarding the interim champion, Tom Aspinall, the undisputed strap, questions have been asked about his legacy.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 29

Tom Aspinall Pivots Thoughts About Fighting Jon Jones

Since the moment that Tom Aspinall knew that it was a possibility that he was going to fight Jon Jones, everything has been centered around trying to be the only fighter that would ever beat the GOAT in the ring.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 29

UFC boss Dana White claps back at cryptic Jon Jones retirement claims

Dana White is tired of Jon Jones’ antics, as barely a week has gone by since the former UFC Heavyweight Champion notified the promotion about his retirement plans.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 29

Dana White issues emphatic two-word response to Jon Jones’ claim he retired in 2024

Dana White has shut down talk about Jon Jones retiring from MMA after UFC 309. ‘Bones’ knocked out Stipe Miocic to defend his heavyweight title at Madison Square Garden last November.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 29

Joe Rogan reacts to Jon Jones retirement: 'He liked riding that lightning'

There's much to say about Jon Jones' memorable career inside the octagon, and Joe Rogan has highlighted the legend's inability to escape controversy throughout his years in the spotlight.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 28

Ex-UFC GOAT rips Jon Jones for sudden retirement: 'I don't understand why'

Former UFC Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has faced intense scrutiny from the public since he opted to retire from MMA this past Saturday, rather than accepting a potential unification bout with then-interim UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 28

Ex-UFC double champ reveals scenario to tease possible Jon Jones comeback

Former UFC two-division champion Henry Cejudo believes that recently retired Jon Jones is smartly playing the waiting game with the heavyweight division.

MMA News / MMA on SI / June 28

'Never took steroids' ... Jon Jones responds to UFC retirement backlash

Jon Jones is lashing out on all fronts as his fairy tale retirement turns into more of a nightmare. In the wake of Dana White announcing Jones' retirement

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Jon Jones snubs greatest rival when naming his best performance inside the Octagon after retiring at 37

Jon Jones reflected on his career when engaging with fan questions on social media. Jones may have his own MMA Mount Rushmore but for many, ‘Bones’ is the first name on the list after everything that he accomplished.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

‘That’s the truth’… Jon Jones compares himself to Muhammad Ali after blaming the UFC for drawn out retirement

Since announcing his retirement, Jon Jones has been very active on social media when replying to fans. The former UFC heavyweight and light heavyweight champion has been hitting back at some of the criticisms he has faced since calling time on his career.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 28

Jon Jones bites back at Demetrious Johnson for discrediting him in the UFC GOAT debate

Following his recent UFC retirement, Jon Jones has continued to hit back at his critics. A few weeks ago, the long saga involving UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones and interim champion Tom Aspinall finally came to an end when Jones officially retired from the sport.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 28

Is Jon Jones retired or not?

According to MMA Weekly, it is reported that Jon Jones could be looking at a return to the octagon soon after a recent admission that he’s ‘not really retired’.

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UFC Hall-of-Famer Questions Jon Jones GOAT Status Over Failed Steroid Tests

Performance-enhancing drug usage has long been an issue in sports, but especially in the world of combat sports like boxing and MMA. While some fighters have built untarnished reputations, others have seen their accomplishments overshadowed by doping scandals.

MMA News / Bloody Elbow / June 27

Tom Aspinall pinpoints moment he knew Jon Jones fight was off after hearing about rival’s ‘recent behavior’ in Thailand

UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall had several moles in Jon Jones’s inner circle during the legend’s recent Thailand trip. Tom Aspinall‘s wait for a shot at the undisputed UFC heavyweight title ended in bizarre fashion after Jon Jones announced his retirement last weekend.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / June 27

Did Jon Jones Retire At The Right Time?

Jon Jones retired from the UFC without fighting Tom Aspinall, but did he make the right decision? Jones retired after stopping Stipe Miocic at UFC 309, which followed his submission win over Ciryl Gane.

MMA News / MMA Weekly / June 25

Police body cam footage released from Jon Jones' alleged crash scene

The Albuquerque Journal obtained Albuquerque Police Department body cam footage from Jon Jones' alleged crash scene that he been accused of leaving. On June 17, Jones was charged with leaving the scene of an accident, a misdemeanor charge (no great bodily harm or death).

MMA News / The SportsRush / June 24

Is Jon Jones Facing Charges? Breakdown of the Body-Cam Threat Incident in Albuquerque

Jon Jones needs to stay as far away from vehicles as he possibly can. ‘Bones’ has a history of DUI and has fled the scene of accidents in the past. He was charged for the same and has had to serve 18 months of probation, and his UFC title was stripped from him in 2015.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 24

Update: Jon Jones’ Legal Case Takes Another Turn as New Video Surfaces

Since Jon Jones’ retirement announcement, the drama surrounding the former UFC heavyweight champion has only escalated. For a fighter who’s never been far from headlines—good or bad—this latest chapter feels all too familiar.

MMA News / Athlon Sports / June 23

Update: Jon Jones’ Legal Team Responds With New Details, Raises Serious Questions

Jon Jones’ recent retirement announcement has left a massive void in the UFC’s heavyweight division—and kicked up a storm of new headlines. The longtime

MMA News / Dice City Sports / June 22

Jon Jones now facing criminal charges

After announcing his retirement, Jon Jones’ retirement fanfare takes a hit. According to MMA Weekly, Jon Jones is facing criminal charges. On Saturday, UFC CEO Dana White announced that Jones had relinquished his UFC title and officially announced Jones’ retirement from the sport after 17 years.

MMA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 22

Jon Jones faces criminal charge amid retirement news

Jon Jones announced his retirement from MMA, and news also emerged that he is facing a new criminal charge.

MMA News / Yardbarker / June 22

New UFC champion crowned after Jon Jones' retirement

UFC CEO Dana White announced on Saturday that Jon Jones, arguably the greatest mixed martial arts fighter to ever step into the octagon, has retired from fighting.

Jones faces criminal charge amid retirement announcement

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