Impressed with Ngannou, Dana White suggests Jon Jones move down to middleweight to avoid meeting

D. White at a UFC press conference. Photo: Reproduction/YouTube UFC

Impressed with the performance of Francis Ngannou No. UFC 260, Dana White sent a message straight to Jon Jones, who is preparing for his debut in the company's heavyweight division (up to 120,2kg). Watching the Franco-Cameroonian's brutal knockout over Stipe Miocic, which gave the 'giant' the division's belt, the 'boss' joked when analyzing 'Bones'. The statement was made at the press conference after the event.

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"If I am Jon Jones and I'm at home watching the fight, I would start moving to middleweight (up to 83,9kg.)”, joked the president, who drew laughter from the audience present.

Afterwards, the agent asked about 'Bones' willingness to face Ngannou. According to the president of Ultimate, the fighter needs to show more desire and not just express himself on social media.

“We can confirm this fight tonight, Jon. Call the 'Hunter' (responsible for confirming matches). (…) Do you want the fight? I guarantee that if I call other heavies they will want it. If he wants the fight, he knows he can get it. It's easy to say you want the fight, but if you really want it, Francis Ngannou You're the world champion, so all you have to do is give us a call.

An absolute legend in the under-93kg division, Jones began the process of gaining muscle mass in August 2020. On that occasion, the fighter made his transfer to the heavyweight division official, where he will meet stronger athletes with greater physical capacity.

After following Ngannou's victory, Jones used social media to suggest a duel against the new champion. Restrained, the North American just asked the organization to 'show the money'.

Light heavyweight leader for around 10 years, 'Bones' has not performed since February 2020, when he defended his old belt for the last time. On that occasion, Jon said goodbye to the category with a victory over the then undefeated Dominick reyes.

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