End of an era! In a press conference after UFC Baku , held on Saturday night (21), Dana White revealed 'Bones' retirement and announced Tom Aspinall as the new undisputed heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg). According to the Ultimate president, the decision was communicated by Jon Jones himself through a phone call last Friday (20).
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'Bones' says goodbye to the octagon with 'GOAT' status (greatest in history), a legacy of victories over legends and while holding the heavyweight belt (up to 120,2 kg). Several names in combat sports spoke about the historic moment.
"Alex (Poatan) Pereira will fight Aspinall for the heavyweight title. I've changed my mind," wrote Renato Moicano.
Alex Pereira will fight aspinal for the heavyweight title! Change my mind!
— Renato Moicano (@moicanoufc) June 22, 2025
"Congratulations, Jon Jones . You are the 'GOAT'," posted the YouTuber and boxer Jake Paul.
Congrats Jon Jones . You the GOAT.
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) June 21, 2025
Gilberto Durinho showed surprise at the retirement by sharing several wide-eyed emojis.
— GILBERT BURNS DURINHO (@GilbertDurinho) June 21, 2025
“Congratulations to our champion,” wrote Muhammad Mokaev, captioning an old photo of himself with Aspinall.
Congratulations to our champion @AspinallMMA pic.twitter.com/IJCE5RNunf
— Muhammad Mokaev (@muhammadmokaev) June 21, 2025
Historical rival Daniel Cormier posted on his channel, reminding viewers: "I said, 'If Jon Jones doesn't fight this guy, Jon Jones is out.'"
Unbelievable, crazy news! Tonight, go to my YouTube channel at 12 am Eastern, 9 pm Pacific, for my instant reaction to Jon Jones walking away from mixed martial arts. pic.twitter.com/Qw1DptoIAj
— Daniel Cormier (@dc_mma) June 22, 2025
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