J. Jones (photo) admits supporting D. Cerrone in the UFC 246. Photo: Reproduction / Facebook @ufc
It is impossible to predict what will happen in the main fight of the UFC 246, this Saturday (18), when Conor McGregor returns to the octagon after more than a year of inactivity to face Donald Cerrone. However, the North American gained a strong following for the clash. In an interview with 'BT Sport', the light heavyweight champion (up to 93kg) declared his support for 'Cowboy', but did not venture a guess about the final result.
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“I'm very happy for 'Cowboy' Cerrone, being an athlete from Albuquerque (USA), to have this great opportunity. Cowboy and I will always have a connection, so I'm rooting for him,” said 'Bones'.
Jones, however, took the opportunity to praise the American's rival for this weekend. The light heavyweight champion stated that he respects McGregor for the services he has provided throughout his time working for the UFC.
“At the same time, we have Conor McGregor. I love everything he has done for the sport. A great negotiator, and he brought a lot of awareness to our sport,” Jon said.
In the end, when asked who would win the long-awaited clash, the champion preferred to remain 'on the fence'. Aware that MMA fans are in for a great show, 'Bones' limited himself to a cordial response to both sides.
“May the best man win”, he concluded.
While he remains cheering for Donald, Jones is preparing to defend his belt once again. The North American will face Dominick reyes in the main fight of UFC 247, on February 9, in Houston, United States.
This will be Jon's third title defense after losing the belt following a drug test. The athlete achieved the number one position after beating Alexander Gustafson in the main fight of UFC 232. The athlete is coming off victories over Anthony Smith e Thiago Marreta.
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