For Jones, 'weak' performance against Reyes led to a move to heavyweight: 'The flame had already gone out'

D. Reyes in a fight against J. Jones, in February 2020. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @domreyes24

MMA legend, Jon Jones He may not know when he will return to the Octagon, but he is certain: he will not return to light heavyweight (up to 93kg). In preparation for his debut in the 120,2kg division. of the UFC, the North American acknowledged his below-expected performance in his last appearance and ruled out a possible return. In your account on Twitter, 'Bones' he vented about the matter.

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“My flame in light heavyweight went out. I showed this in my last fight (in 2020). Instead of getting discouraged by a bad performance, I'm going to focus on the next chapter. New energy. My time at light heavyweight was already over, and today I see that more than ever,” wrote Jon.

In the process of preparing himself physically to debut in the UFC heavyweight division, Jones is confident that he can make history and win his second belt with the company. The athlete then assured that he covets the achievement in his daily life.

“I have been imagining this for more than two years. I truly believe that winning the heavyweight belt is in my destiny. It has already been written. I just need to work hard and everything will work out”, he concluded.

Considered by many to be the best MMA fighter of all time, Jon hasn't stepped into the Octagon for over two years. In his last commitment, the athlete defeated Dominick reyes in a tight confrontation and defended the title in the under-93kg category. Months later, the North American gave up his throne and began preparing to fight at heavyweight.

My candle for light heavyweight blew out, it showed in my last fight, instead of being discouraged by a bad performance, I'm stoked about this new season. New energy. My time at LWH was over, I see that more clear today than ever

- BONY (@JonnyBones) March 29, 2022

I've been imagining it for over two years now, I genuinely believe winning this heavyweight championship is in my destiny. It's already been written. I just need to keep my nose in the dirt for now and keep working, everything else will take care of itself. https://t.co/9V41HVzpTy

- BONY (@JonnyBones) March 29, 2022