Chael Sonnen provokes Jon Jones and says Derrick Lewis should fight for the heavyweight belt

C. Sonnen at a press conference at Bellator (Photo: Reproduction/Facebook Bellator)

The discussion about the possible duel between Jon Jones e Francis Ngannou for the heavyweight belt (up to 120,2kg) continues to resonate in the MMA community. In a statement given in his 'Twitter', the former fighter Chael Sonnen also commented on the matter. O 'bad boy' remembered the controversies of 'Bones' throughout his career and suggested that Derrick Lewis be the first challenger to the Franco-Cameroonian.

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“If you are a 'former fighter' who can't pick a division or an opponent, has multiple arrests and failed drug tests, you are the problem. These are the reasons why (Derrick) Lewis deserves the (belt) shot: better for the sport, for the fans and for the UFC,” wrote Sonnen.

Months after winning Dominick reyes, in February 2020, Jones officially abandoned the light heavyweight belt (up to 93kg) and announced the move up a category. Even without debuting in the new division, 'Bones' was confirmed by Dana White as the next challenger. After UFC 260However, there was an exchange of barbs between the former champion and the agent, who accused him of 'not showing desire' and 'only speaking out on social media'.

At 33 years old, Jones is considered by many to be the best MMA fighter of all time. Absolute legend of the under-93kg group.,'Bones' reigned in the division for about 10 years.

Since August 2020, the legend has been preparing for his heavyweight debut. after the UFC 260However, negotiations between the athlete and the organization are likely to become more complicated.

Praised by Sonnen, Derrick Lewis He is experiencing a great moment in his career. Current number two in the under-120,2kg ranking, the 'giant' comes from four consecutive victories and has the advantage of having already beaten the new champion, Ngannou, in 2018.

If YOU are a former fighter, who can't pick a weight class or an opponent, w/multiple arrests and failed drug tests, you are
THE
ISSUE
PERSONIFIED

— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) March 29, 2021

These are 5 reasons Derrick Lewis deserves the shot.

-Better for the SPORT
-Better for the FANS
-Better for the UFC

— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) March 29, 2021