Jon Jones fighting in the UFC. Photo: Reproduction/Twitter/UFCBrasil
Retired from MMA, Jon Jones became the target of criticism and praise after Dana White announced the end of his professional career in the UFC. Former heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg), the American is considered by many to be the greatest athlete in the history of the sport, due to his great victories and achievements throughout his journey in the Ultimate.
Amidst beaten rivals, Jones was marked by his hateful relationship with Daniel Cormier, a fighter who he overcame twice in a confrontation in the octagon. Despite all the circumstances, the commentator opened up and admitted that his compatriot is indeed a unique being when the doors of the 'cage' close.
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“I can tell you without a doubt… I hit the Stipe Miocic, I was the UFC light heavyweight champion, the Strike Force heavyweight champion. I have never been better than in that fight in Anaheim (UFC 214, rematch with Jones). That was the best version of me and he beat me. That is why I will always respect him for his talent. In that octagon there is no one like him”, declared Cormier on his channel. YouTube.
Jon Jones in victory over Daniel Cormier at UFC 214. (Photo: Reproduction/Twitter UFC Brasil)
The fight mentioned by Cormier, at UFC 214, ended up being officially recorded as a 'no result' after Jones failed a drug test. At the time 'DC' was knocked out after receiving a high kick to the head that stunned him and allowed Bones to apply a series of blows until the referee separated and declared the fight over.
Jones on a successful UFC career
J. Jones (pictured) was a champion in two UFC categories. Photo: Reproduction/Josh Hedges/UFC
Along the way, Jon was at the top of the light heavyweight division (up to 93kg) and, as champion, he overcame names such as Lyoto Machida, Glover Teixeira, Vitor belfort, Alexander Gustafson, Rampage jackson, Daniel Cormier and other relevant names. And it doesn't stop there.
At the top of the world, 'Bones' tried for years to move to heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg). He lost a lot of time in his career to make history. And he did it again. In March 2023, he finished Cyryl Gane No. UFC 285 and wrote another great chapter of an unprecedented journey.
Historical achievements
– Youngest champion in UFC history (23)
– Record for most title defenses in light heavyweight history, with 12 successful defenses
– 16 UFC title fight wins
– 20 fights without losing
– Two-division UFC champion
– 22 career UFC wins (5th most all-time)
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