Chuck Liddell Reveals Why Jon Jones Didn’t Want Fighters Knowing His Real Reach

Jones built his entire early career on using every physical tool available to him in ways opponents struggled to anticipate. The oblique kick, the unorthodox clinch work, the angles that did not fit neatly into conventional striking patterns, these were all extensions of a fighter who thought about competitive advantage in dimensions most people did not consider.

Whether Liddell has hard evidence to back the claim, or whether this is a theory that hardened in his mind over years of watching Jones compete from the outside, is something only he can answer. Meanwhile, Jones has enough going on publicly right now, including the White House card collapse, the contract dispute with the UFC, and the release request still unanswered.

Jon Jones Wants UFC To Release Him From The Promotion

After being left off the UFC White House card, Jon Jones publicly addressed the situation and asked to be released from the UFC. Jones claimed he and his team were actively negotiating to fight on the card but felt the UFC offered him a lowball deal. The former heavyweight champ also responded to comments from Dana White, saying the situation was misrepresented. In a recent post on X, ‘Bones’ wrote:

“Especially when as recently as Friday UFC was calling me trying to get me on that White House card for a much lower number. If the UFC truly feels like I’m done, then I respectfully ask to be released from my contract today. No more spins, no more games. Thank you to the real fans who know what’s up. Bones out.”

The 38-year-old also admitted he’s dealing with hip arthritis, but insisted it doesn’t stop him from fighting. He even revealed that he recently underwent stem cell treatment and was preparing to start training camp for the event. White hasn’t responded to Jones’ recent tweets yet, so fans wonder what actually happened.