Jon Jones suggests fighting Johnny Walker and Corey Anderson, after testing himself at heavyweight

J. Jones (center) considers fighting J. Walker (left) and C. Anderson (right). Photo: Montage SL/MMA Press

Considered by many to be the best MMA fighter of all time, Jon Jones He still has big plans for his career. In addition to the idea of ​​trying himself among the heavyweights (up to 120,2kg), the North American ruled out any possibility of abandoning his current category and is already targeting opponents for his next challenge after defending his title this Saturday (8), at UFC 247. In an interview with 'Ariel Helwani's Show', the athlete suggested a confrontation against Johnny Walker e Corey anderson.

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“I will probably return to light heavyweight (after debuting in the top division). Fighting at light heavyweight makes me feel good about myself. I will deserve that victory and work on losing weight again. It makes me feel like a great journey, moving down a category and feeling prepared. I love it,” said 'Bones'.

With the possibility of competing for the heavyweight title in the future, Jon stated that, when he returns to his current category, he has two names in particular against whom he would like to fight, including a promising Brazilian.

"I think that Corey anderson will be able to get there and Johnny Walker also. In addition to the middleweights (up to 83,9kg.) who are always moving up”, he concluded.

This weekend, Jones will make another title defense. The North American will, together with Dominick reyes, responsible for the main fight of the UFC 247, which takes place in Houston, in the United States.