In bookmakers, Velasquez is the favorite in a hypothetical superfight against Jon Jones

Velasquez (left) and Jones (right) face each other during a promotional event in New York. Photo: Josh Hedges/UFC

It was just a statement of Jon Jones suggesting that he would like to have a superfight against the heavyweight champion Cain Velazquez. But it was enough for bookmakers in the United States to open the gaming option for the duel. And, as much as this goes against the UFC's weight-for-pound ranking, according to the specialized website “Best Fighting Odds”, Velasquez is the favorite in a hypothetical fight.

The heavyweight champion is quoted at –275, which means that an investment of US$275 is necessary for the bettor to win US$100 in case of Velasquez's victory. Jones is quoted at +215, which means that a victory for the light heavyweight belt holder will mean that whoever bet on him will earn US$215 for every US$100 invested.

Before thinking about a super fight, or betting on a possible fight, Jon Jones e Cain Velazquez He has other commitments ahead of him. In 2014, Jones will defend the light heavyweight belt against Glover Teixeira, in an event with no official date set yet. Velasquez, who is recovering from injury, is also waiting to put his title on the line against the Brazilian Fabricio Werdum in the next year. The confrontation is expected, but has not yet been confirmed by Ultimate.