Jon Jones News
Ciryl Gane not worried about Jon Jones' wrestling, hopes to be the "GOAT" if he wins at UFC 285
Cole Shelton - February 7, 2023
Ciryl Gane isn’t afraid of Jon Jones’ wrestling at UFC 285. Gane and Jones are set to headline UFC 285 on March 4 in Las Vegas for the vacant heavyweight title in an intriguing matchup. Heading into the contest, many point to Jones’ wrestling as a potential advantage given the fact Francis Ngannou was able to get Gane down. Yet, Gane says he isn’t worried about Jones’ wrestling ability.
Joe Rogan holding out hope that Francis Ngannou returns to the UFC to face Jon Jones in the future: "The perfect world"
Josh Evanoff - February 7, 2023
UFC commentator Joe Rogan is holding out hope that Francis Ngannou will return to the promotion. ‘The Predator’ famously left the UFC last month, after failing to come to terms on a new contract. As a result, Ngannou was quickly stripped of his heavyweight title as he targeted a move to boxing. For their part, the UFC later booked Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the vacant championship in March.
Jon Jones discusses his new heavyweight physique ahead of UFC 285 title fight with Ciryl Gane: “I think when the fans see me, they’ll be surprised “
Lewis Simpson - February 7, 2023
Jon Jones is weeks away from making his transition to the UFC heavyweight division. The former UFC light heavyweight champion believes fans will be “surprised” when they scan his new physique. It’s been three years since Jones last appeared inside the octagon, when he attained a unanimous decision victory over Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 in Houston, Texas.
Jamahal Hill eyeing future superfight with Jon Jones at heavyweight: "It's never stopped crossing my mind"
Josh Evanoff - January 31, 2023
UFC light heavyweight champion Jamahal Hill is eyeing a future superfight with Jon Jones. ‘Sweet Dreams’ is fresh off his showdown with Glover Teixeira at UFC 283 earlier this month. Despite heading into the Brazilian’s home country, Hill dominated in his first title shot. He wound up claiming the vacant 205-pound gold by a lopsided unanimous decision.
Henry Cejudo says Jon Jones continues to evolve and get better in training: “That’s just scary”
Harry Kettle - January 20, 2023
Henry Cejudo has given his thoughts on the progress of Jon Jones as he gears up for his return at UFC 285. Last weekend, it was announced that Jon Jones will return to action at UFC 285. On that night in Las Vegas, he’ll battle Ciryl Gane for the UFC heavyweight championship. The news broke after it was announced that Francis Ngannou had been released from his contract with the promotion.
Francis Ngannou is excited to see Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane but adds “undisputed means nothing here”
Harry Kettle - January 20, 2023
Former UFC star Francis Ngannou has given his thoughts on the upcoming heavyweight title fight between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane. Last weekend, it was announced that Francis Ngannou had been released by the Ultimate Fighting Championship. It came at the end of a long negotiating period, in which the two sides couldn’t come to terms.
Jon Jones says he's "really happy" for Daniel Cormier and his success after retirement from MMA: "I’ve got nothing but respect for Daniel Cormier"
Cole Shelton - January 19, 2023
Jon Jones is happy with Daniel Cormier’s success after retiring from MMA. Jones and Cormier had one of the biggest rivalries in UFC history as the two did not like one another and it led to them fighting twice. The first time, Jones edged out a decision and in the second fight, ‘Bones’ won by TKO, but it was overturned to a No Contest due to a failed drug test by Jones.
Jon Jones claims he "was chosen by God Himself to be an undefeated fighter"
Cole Shelton - January 19, 2023
Jon Jones believes he was picked by God to become the greatest fighter of all time. Jones is set to return to the Octagon in the main event of UFC 285 on March 4 against Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title. If Jones wins he would become a two-division champion and cement himself as one of, if not the greatest fighter of all time.
UFC 285: ‘Gane vs. Jones’ Fight Card and Rumors
Harry Kettle - January 19, 2023
It’s time to take a look at the latest fight card ahead of the blockbuster UFC 285 pay-per-view that’ll go down on March 4. As tends to be the case in the first quarter of every year, the Ultimate Fighting Championship is set to host a blockbuster PPV event in Las Vegas. The main event, as we know, will see the return of Jon Jones.
Stipe Miocic reveals he was intending on fighting Jon Jones at UFC 285 prior to Ciryl Gane announcement: "It’s not my decision"
Josh Evanoff - January 18, 2023
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic was surprised to learn Jon Jones will be fighting Ciryl Gane. The former champion has been out of action since UFC 260 in March 2021. In that outing, Miocic looked to defend his heavyweight gold against Francis Ngannou. ‘The Predator’ was previously defeated in his first title bid in January 2018 at UFC 220.
Jon Jones shares his thoughts on Francis Ngannou’s UFC release: “I do believe my path will cross with Francis”
Harry Kettle - January 18, 2023
Jon Jones has given his thoughts following Francis Ngannou‘s release ahead of his return to the Octagon at UFC 285. Last weekend, it was announced that Jon Jones will return to the UFC after three years away. He’ll do so in March, taking on Ciryl Gane for the UFC heavyweight championship.
Jon Jones won’t reveal how much he’ll weigh in heavyweight debut at UFC 285: “I want Ciryl to see me for the first time and it be a nice surprise”
Cole Shelton - January 17, 2023
Jon Jones won’t let anyone know his weight until he steps onto the scales. Jones is set to make his heavyweight debut for the vacant title in the main event of UFC 285 on March 4 against Ciryl Gane. The fight marks Jones’ heavyweight debut which is something he has teased for years but he won’t be telling anyone what he plans on weighing until he steps onto the scale on weigh-in day.
Jon Jones doesn't plan on talking trash to Ciryl Gane in the build to UFC 285 clash: "I'm past the point of talking sh*t"
Josh Evanoff - January 16, 2023
Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones feels he’s beyond the trash talk at this point. ‘Bones’ has been out of action since a controversial decision victory over Dominick Reyes at UFC 247 in February 2020. Following the win, Jones relinquished his light-heavyweight championship. The goal was for the former titleholder to move to heavyweight, likely for a date with Francis Ngannou.
Jon Jones' manager says 'Bones' will be "the highest-paid heavyweight" in UFC history when he returns at UFC 285
Cole Shelton - January 16, 2023
Jon Jones will be the highest-paid heavyweight in UFC history when he makes his return at UFC 285. On Saturday, it was announced that Jones would be making his heavyweight debut for the vacant title at UFC 285 against Ciryl Gane. It’s a massive fight for the promotion and ‘Bones’ is getting paid for it as Jones’ manager says he is now the highest-paid heavyweight in history.
Ciryl Gane responds to critics who believe he will be out-wrestled by Jon Jones at UFC 285: “I’m a little bit more well-rounded (than Ngannou)”
Susan Cox - January 16, 2023
Ciryl Gane is responding to critics who believe he will be out-wrestled by Jon Jones at UFC 285. It will indeed be Ciryl Gane (11-1 MMA) vs Jon Jones (26-1 MMA) for the heavyweight title on Saturday, March 5th, 2023 at UFC 285 which takes place at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Jon Jones signs new eight-fight contract ahead of his return at UFC 285
Harry Kettle - January 16, 2023
As per UFC president Dana White, Jon Jones has signed a new eight-fight deal with the company ahead of his return. During Saturday’s post-fight press conference, Dana White made the announcement everyone had been waiting for. After three years away, Jon Jones will return to compete for the UFC heavyweight championship at UFC 285.
Former UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic reacts to Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane booking
Fernando Quiles - January 15, 2023
If you thought Stipe Miocic would bow out of the UFC Heavyweight Title picture, think again. The UFC heavyweight division was set on its ear when Francis Ngannou, who had been the reigning champion, was released. UFC President Dana White told reporters during a UFC Vegas 67 post-fight scrum that Ngannou turned down the biggest contract offer for a UFC heavyweight.
Pros react after the UFC releases Francis Ngannou and books Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the vacant title
Chris Taylor - January 14, 2023
Several pros have reacted after the UFC released Francis Ngannou and booked Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane for the vacant heavyweight title on March 4. Earlier this afternoon, rumors began to swirl about a ‘Jones vs. Gane’ title fight after a photo of the pair was seen advertised at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.