Jon Anik News
Jon Anik believes Alex Pereira could end up facing Dricus du Plessis at middleweight
Harry Kettle - March 8, 2025
UFC commentator Jon Anik has given his thoughts on what the future could hold for Alex Pereira following UFC 313 tonight. On Saturday night, Alex Pereira will defend his UFC light heavyweight championship against Magomed Ankalaev. It’s set to be the toughest test of the Brazilian’s career, with many wondering whether or not he can handle the top contender.
UFC commentator argues Jon Jones has "already pushed himself beyond" Floyd Mayweather
BJ Penn Staff - December 4, 2024
Jon Jones has already achieve more as a professional fighter than boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr., according to UFC commentator Jon Anik. Anik, who provides play-by-play on the majority of UFC broadcasts, discussed Jones’ legacy in a recent interview with MMA Junkie. He compared the MMA star to Mayweather and Joe Calzaghe, both of whom retired with undefeated records.
Jon Anik suggests voting board for UFC Hall of Fame: 'Every case is unique'
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 29, 2024
Jon Anik has a suggestion for how UFC Hall of Fame inductees are determined. As it stands now, there’s no publicly known criteria for earning the distinction. It’s led to some debates throughout the MMA community on who deserves to make it to the Hall. We’ve even seen Daniel Cormier explain why he wouldn’t have someone like Jim Miller get in.
Popular UFC personality thinks Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall title unification bout will happen in 2025
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 27, 2024
One prominent UFC personality believes Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall will ultimately take place. Jones vs. Aspinall has been a hot topic within the MMA community. “Bones” hasn’t shown much interest in fighting Aspinall. The future UFC Hall of Famer has shared his desire to fight light heavyweight titleholder Alex Pereira instead. UFC CEO Dana White isn’t gung-ho on the idea, expressing his belief that Jones is too big for “Poatan.”
Jon Anik praises strength of UFC's middleweight division
Harry Kettle - October 5, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has given his thoughts on the overall strength of the promotion’s middleweight division. Over the years, Jon Anik has seen some incredible things in the Ultimate Fighting Championship. Throughout every single division, he’s had the pleasure of commentating on some of the best moments in the promotion’s history.
Jon Anik recalls Joe Rogan's initial reaction to UFC 306 inside the Las Vegas Sphere
Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 22, 2024
UFC play-by-play ace Jon Anik has recalled how his broadcast colleague Joe Rogan reaction to the Sphere in Las Vegas. UFC 306 was held inside the Sphere, and it was an expensive endeavor for the promotion. Dana White has been adamant that the Sphere show was a one and done scenario. The event received praise from fans and experts for its unique feel as well as its tributes to Mexican culture to represent the Noche UFC theme.
Jon Anik hypes up fans with big tease for Noche UFC: "Maybe the sickest s**t I've ever seen"
Harry Kettle - September 7, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has hyped up fans by teasing how incredible the upcoming Noche UFC event at the Sphere will be. Next weekend, the Ultimate Fighting Championship will make history. They will put on the first major sports event at the Sphere in Las Vegas. As you can imagine, there’s a lot of excitement and hype surrounding this showcase. The Sphere is one of the most visually insane structures ever assembled, and the UFC is doing everything in its power to make it a night that fight fans will never forget.
Jon Anik defends Belal Muhammad against ducking allegations
Harry Kettle - September 4, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has defended Belal Muhammad against allegations of the champion ducking contenders. Belal Muhammad is the UFC welterweight champion. He was able to earn that crown by defeating Leon Edwards in a pretty one-sided collision back at UFC 304 in Manchester. Now, he’s able to wait and see who is offered to him by the promotion. The leading contender is Shavkat Rakhmonov, who has been able to tear through pretty much everyone in the division that he’s faced.
Jon Anik hits back at critics of UFC 304 commentary during Belal Muhammad's win
Curtis Calhoun - August 12, 2024
UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik vehemently denies any favoritism during Belal Muhammad’s title win in Manchester last month. Muhammad defeated Leon Edwards for the UFC welterweight championship at UFC 304. His ongoing 11-fight unbeaten streak was capped off by a largely-dominant win over the incumbent Edwards in a rematch of their 2021 clash.
Jon Anik heaps praise on surging featherweight Chepe Mariscal following UFC Vegas 95
Fernando Quiles Jr. - August 11, 2024
UFC play-by-play ace Jon Anik heaped praise on rising featherweight Chepe Mariscal following UFC Vegas 95. Mariscal shared the Octagon with Damon Jackson this past Saturday night. The two did battle inside the UFC Apex. Chepe failed to make weight for the fight, but he ended up scoring a unanimous decision victory to improve his winning streak to seven.
Jon Anik pitches one UFC vet Tony Ferguson could face if promotion offers him one more fight
Curtis Calhoun - August 5, 2024
UFC play-by-play broadcaster Jon Anik has an intriguing idea for Tony Ferguson if the promotion offers him another fight after UFC Abu Dhabi. Ferguson lost to Michael Chiesa at UFC Abu Dhabi last Saturday. The defeat extended his ongoing losing streak to eight fights, and he half-retired in the Octagon after the bout in hopes of getting another opportunity.
Jon Anik explains his worry with UFC 304 co-headliner between Tom Aspinall and Curtis Blaydes: "I’d like to see some pressure on this heavyweight division to move forward"
Fernando Quiles Jr. - July 11, 2024
UFC play-by-play ace Jon Anik has revealed what situation he’d find to be less than ideal for the winner of Tom Aspinall vs. Curtis Blaydes. Aspinall will be putting the interim UFC Heavyweight Championship on the line against Blaydes in the co-main event of UFC 304. Aspinall, who captured interim gold back in November 2023, was hoping to go straight into an undisputed title fight with Jon Jones. Instead, he’ll mix it up with Blaydes in a rematch from a disastrous and quick end to their first meeting.
Jon Anik defends referee Jason Herzog over UFC Louisville stoppage: "He would've been knocked out!"
Curtis Calhoun - June 10, 2024
UFC play-by-play broadcaster Jon Anik empathizes with referee Jason Herzog after a controversial stoppage in the UFC Louisville main event. Nassourdine Imavov defeated Jared Cannonier by fourth-round TKO at UFC Louisville last Saturday. He has now won back-to-back fights and continued his surge up the middleweight ranks.
Jon Anik echoes fan frustration over Jon Jones’ refusal to fight Tom Aspinall, ‘should’ve vacated’ title after torn pec injury
Curtis Calhoun - May 27, 2024
UFC play-by-play broadcaster Jon Anik sides with fans frustrated with Jon Jones’ apparent refusal to face Tom Aspinall in the Octagon. Jones is expected to face former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic in his return later this year, potentially as soon as November. He hasn’t fought since winning the then-vacant UFC heavyweight title over Ciryl Gane at UFC 285 last year.
Jon Anik gives honest assessment of Calvin Kattar's future after UFC 300 loss to Aljamain Sterling: 'There's not much fight left...'
Curtis Calhoun - April 16, 2024
UFC play-by-play broadcaster Jon Anik gave a bleak forecast of Calvin Kattar’s future after his loss to Aljamain Sterling at UFC 300. Kattar’s Octagon comeback fell short of the mark against Sterling during the UFC 300 prelims. Sterling defeated Kattar by unanimous decision, and Kattar tallied just eight significant strikes.
Jon Anik shares the text message he sent Marlon Vera following his tough loss at UFC 299
Harry Kettle - March 13, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has revealed the text message he sent to Marlon Vera following his loss at UFC 299. Last weekend at UFC 299, Marlon Vera suffered a pretty devastating loss. He was beaten via unanimous decision at the hands of Sean O’Malley, who controlled most of the fight in their UFC bantamweight title main event. While some ‘Suga’ fans were quick to dunk on ‘Chito’, the majority of fight fans praised him for his heart, grit and determination.
Jon Anik believes Alexander Volkanovski will make a permanent move to lightweight if victorious at UFC 298
Harry Kettle - February 17, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik believes Alexander Volkanovski will make a permanent switch to lightweight if he wins at UFC 298. Tonight, Alexander Volkanovski goes head to head with Ilia Topuria. He will be defending his UFC featherweight championship as he attempts to cement his place as one of the best 145-pounders of all time.
Jon Anik explains why he’s “so thankful” that the UFC allows freedom of speech: “There isn't a double standard”
Harry Kettle - February 2, 2024
UFC commentator Jon Anik has explained why he’s a fan of the promotion’s view on freedom of speech. For the longest time now, Jon Anik has been the voice of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. He’s spent years carving out a reputation for himself as one of the best in the game, and fans hold him in high regard.