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Jon Jones believes ‘beating up on cans’ has Dominick Reyes making delusional statements
Natasha Hooper - February 3, 2020
Jon Jones has made it clear how he feels about Dominick Reyes. The light heavyweight champion trashed his upcoming opponent’s recent comments as “the dumbest thing I’ve heard in a while.” On February 8, at the Toyota Center in Houston, Jones will defend his championship belt for the 14th time against the undefeated contender. Reyes is coming off a statement-making KO victory against Chris Weidman in the first-round of their 2019 bout. The undefeated fighter has tallied a professional 12-0 record with 4 first-round finishes since making his UFC debut in 2017.
Dominick Reyes hopes to honor Kobe Bryant at UFC 247
Mike Pendleton - January 30, 2020
The tragic passing of NBA legend Kobe Bryant shocked and shook the sports world, and it’ll have an effect on the UFC 247 main event as well. During a media luncheon ahead of his fight for the UFC light heavyweight title against Jon Jones, challenger Dominick Reyes hopes to honor Kobe Bryant. Speaking to the media on Thursday, Reyes said he would like to honor Bryant, who he said is the only athlete he’s ever looked up to.
Dominick Reyes plans to warn referee about Jon Jones' eye pokes
Tom Taylor - January 29, 2020
Dominick Reyes is still a few weeks out from his title fight with UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, but he’s already worried about the illegal — if inadvertent — eye pokes that the champ is infamous for. Speaking to MMA Fighting, Reyes admitted the threat of eye pokes is something he’s thinking about, and that he intends to remind the referee ahead of time to be vigilant for this potential foul.
UFC 247: ‘Jones vs Reyes’ Fight Card and Rumors
Harry Kettle - January 2, 2020
The excitement of a brand new year in the world of mixed martial arts is being felt throughout the Ultimate Fighting Championship and beyond, with a series of high profile cards and title fights already being set in stone for the next few months, including the stacked UFC 247 card, scheduled for February 8 in Houston, Texas. in the UFC 247 main event, Jon Jones will attempt to defend his UFC Light Heavyweight Championship against the undefeated Dominick Reyes. Jones is aiming to further cement his spot as the greatest light heavyweight of all time, whereas Reyes is looking to cause what would be regarded as one of the greatest upsets in UFC history.
Jon Jones explains why he's not a fan of Dominick Reyes
Tom Taylor - December 17, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones is set to defend his title against Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 on February 8. Initially, it seemed as though we were in for a cordial buildup to this fight. If Jones’ comments at the recent UFC 247 pre-fight press conference were any indication though, there’s plenty of trash talk coming our way. At the press conference, Jones explained why Reyes rubs him the wrong way.
Dominick Reyes believes Jon Jones fight will be 'very similar to Gus-Jones 1'
Cole Shelton - December 6, 2019
Dominick Reyes is predicting a fight of the year contender when he takes on Jon Jones for the light heavyweight title. The two will meet in the main event of UFC 247. There, many believe it will be another title defense for Jones. Yet, Reyes believes “Bones” mentally breaks his opponents before they step into the Octagon and he won’t fall for the trash talk in the lead up to the scrap. He also doesn’t think Jones’ trash talk is all that good.
Dominick Reyes already eyeing rematch with Jon Jones at Cowboys Stadium
Adam Martin - November 29, 2019
UFC light heavyweight title challenger Dominick Reyes is already eyeing a rematch with champion Jon Jones at Cowboys Stadium after he beats him at UFC 247. Reyes and Jones are set to headline UFC 247, taking place on February 8 at Toyota Center in Houston, Texas. Reyes is undefeated and represents arguably Jones’ toughest challenge in quite some time. With an undefeated record comes supreme confidence and Reyes says he’s already looking forward to a rematch against Jones after he beats him at UFC 247.
Dominick Reyes explains how he'll handle title fight pressure
Mike Pendleton - November 27, 2019
Dominick Reyes has risen through the light heavyweight division rather quickly and in doing so, he’s earned himself a title fight opportunity against defending champion Jon Jones. That fight has been scheduled to take place on February 8, 2020 in Houston, Texas and will be the first UFC title fight opportunity for Reyes. While it won’t be the first main event for Reyes, the opportunity to defeat Jon Jones and become the new light heavyweight champion is something he and many other young contenders have put in the work for, and now Reyes has his time.
Jon Jones defends decision to fight Dominick Reyes over Corey Anderson
Harry Kettle - November 21, 2019
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has defended his decision to fight Dominick Reyes in his next bout as opposed to Corey Anderson. Jones hasn’t fought since International Fight Week when he narrowly edged out Thiago Santos via split decision, and ever since then, the light heavyweight division has certainly been busy. The two primary contenders that have been able to rise up and make a case for a title shot are Dominick Reyes and Corey Anderson, and after a great deal of speculation, it appears as if Jones has selected Reyes as his next opponent.
Jon Jones vs. Dominick Reyes in the works to headline UFC 247
Chris Taylor - November 16, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones will put his title on the line against undefeated contender Dominick Reyes in the main event of UFC 247. BJPENN.com’s Chris Taylor reported the exciting news on Twitter just moments ago.
Jon Jones says his fight with Dominick Reyes is just weeks away
Natasha Hooper - November 14, 2019
UFC light heavyweight champ Jon Jones claims that he is just weeks away from his next fight. He also confirmed his opponent.
Jon Jones won't give Dominick Reyes ‘easy way out’
Harry Kettle - November 13, 2019
UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones has claimed that he won’t give Dominick Reyes the easy way out if they end up squaring off for the title. Reyes has been positioned as the next big thing within the light heavyweight division, and at 12-0, many fans are finding it hard to argue with that. His last win came at UFC Boston in the main event of the evening, where he was able to knock out Chris Weidman in under 90 seconds to improve his UFC record to 6-0.
Dominick Reyes calls Jon Jones a 'troll,' wants title fight on Conor McGregor card
Adam Martin - November 8, 2019
UFC light heavyweight contender Dominick Reyes looks like he’s next in line for a title shot against UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones, who he calls a ‘troll.’ Speaking to MMAFighting.com’s Damon Martin, Reyes spoke about a potential title matchup against Jones, which has gained traction lately after Jones said he believes Reyes is a more intriguing matchup than Corey Anderson for his next title defense. Jones has seemingly agreed to the fight, but until he gets his bout agreement Reyes isn’t buying it.
Breaking! Jon Jones agrees to fight undefeated contender Dominick Reyes
Harry Kettle - November 6, 2019
Earlier this week UFC President Dana White said he liked the idea of Jon Jones defending his light heavyweight title against Dominick Reyes next. While ‘Bones’ was initially against the idea, the UFC light heavyweight champion had a change of heart this evening and announced that he does in fact fight want Reyes next.
Corey Anderson clarifies release comments, willing to wait for Jones vs. Reyes winner
Harry Kettle - November 6, 2019
UFC light heavyweight contender Corey Anderson has clarified his recent remarks about wanting to be released from the UFC, and has also confirmed his plans for the immediate future. Anderson was able to derail the Johnny Walker hype train at UFC 244 in phenomenal fashion, finishing the eccentric Brazilian via TKO in the first round. The Ultimate Fighter winner’s antics after the fight received quite a lot of attention, as did some of his comments regarding his desire to receive a UFC Light Heavyweight Championship title shot.
Corey Anderson explains why he deserves title shot before Dominick Reyes
Tom Taylor - November 4, 2019
Corey Anderson and Dominick Reyes are two of the top contenders in the UFC light heavyweight division. Both have arguably earned the opportunity to fight the champion, Jon Jones. Only one of them, of course, will get the call to do so next.
Dominick Reyes responds to Jon Jones snub, 'super fight' talk
Tom Taylor - October 23, 2019
Dominick Reyes feels that he’s earned a crack at the UFC light heavyweight title. Unfortunately for him, the division’s reigning champion Jon Jones seems less than enthused about that possibility, and more interested in taking a “super fight” —potentially at heavyweight. I should just wait for the winner of DC and Stipe? Let these light heavies figure out who’s going to present the best challenge https://t.co/PfTK5LxrJN
UFC Rankings update: Dominick Reyes stays still, Yair Rodriguez rises
Thomas Taylor - October 22, 2019
The official UFC rankings have been updated in the wake of last Friday’s UFC Boston card, but surprisingly, Dominick Reyes has not moved up the light heavyweight ladder on the strength of his defeat of Chris Weidman. Yair Rodriguez, however, who defeated Jeremy Stephens in the card’s co-main event, did make a small climb at featherweight.