UFC, Jon Jones and White House
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Jon Jones’ retirement seemed final when the UFC moved forward, officially elevating Tom Aspinall to undisputed heavyweight champion. While the division adjusted to life without him, Jones dropped hints that he still has some big plans—plans that could involve one of the most historic backdrops in combat sports history.
And now just a day removed from White’s public snubbing of Jones, the British champion has confirmed that his first official title defence is confirmed after conversations with the UFC.
Jon Jones won the UFC heavyweight title in some style on Saturday, defeating France’s Ciryl Gane with a first-round submission following a three-year absence and a step up a weight division.
Jon Jones (R.) punches Stipe Miocic during their fight on Nov. 16, 2024. Zuffa LLC. But Chandler was game as ever. With no path to victory but to finish, he nearly got Oliveira out of there.