Gable Steveson burst onto the UFC scene at UFC 329 in a performance that garnered glowing praise from Jon Jones. Calling Steveson his heavyweight protégée, Jones remarked that the newcomer “did tremendous,” even admitting he misses fighting when training the rising star.
Conor McGregor’s highly anticipated comeback at UFC 329 has inspired mixed reactions among fight fans. However, UFC legend Jon Jones stands out with open admiration, declaring himself a “massive fan” and expressing pride in McGregor’s upcoming return.
Jon Jones recently posted, then deleted, tweets suggesting he was unaware of why he is not scheduled for the upcoming UFC White House event on June 14. With an interim heavyweight title bout set between Alex Pereira and Ciryl Gane, Jones’s abrupt question—“I’m released from the UFC?”—has left fans speculating about his status.
Dana White has changed his stance on Alex Pereira’s quest to move up to the heavyweight division. After initially questioning the idea, the UFC President now appears ready to back Pereira’s ambitions, citing his accomplishments so far.
One fighter’s public call-out of Jon Jones ended with a swift and shocking knockout courtesy of Jan Blachowicz. Jones—who had been accused of running from this rival—could not hide his relief and satisfaction at seeing the tables turn so dramatically.
Daniel Cormier has his sights set on wrestling longtime rival Jon Jones under the Real American Freestyle (RAF) banner. According to RAF co-founder Chad Bronstein, “all matches can happen”—including this dreamy crossover between two former UFC champions.
In a landscape often defined by heated conflicts, Jon Jones offered a rare gesture of goodwill toward Daniel Cormier. Both men once ruled the UFC’s light heavyweight division, making this unexpected compliment stand out in their storied rivalry.
Daniel Cormier, one of the UFC’s most accomplished fighters, believes he was the root of his own downfall in his rematch against Jon Jones. In reflecting on one of the sport’s most heated rivalries, Cormier shares insights into what he would change if given another chance.
Jon Jones has long thrived in the UFC spotlight yet remained dogged by controversy. In a twist of events, his actions disrupted Dana White’s grand plans for a super fight and allowed one of Jones’s fiercest rivals to eclipse him.
Jon Jones, now 38, lauds Khabib Nurmagomedov’s strong views on retirement but remains determined to forge ahead with his UFC career. His acknowledgment of Khabib’s advice stands in stark contrast to his decision to keep fighting despite age and controversy.
