Johnson is considering coming out of retirement to face Jones. (Photo: Facebook/UFC)
Anthony Johnson retired in April 2017 after being defeated by Daniel Cormier at UFC 210. Many rumors hinted at his return to MMA, but the heavyweight remained inactive. In an interview with the North American podcast 'Into The Weeds', 'Rumble' stated that he would leave retirement to face Jon Jones.
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“The only way I can come back from retirement is if Jon Jones If it's heavyweight, then I'd fight Jon. I mean, he's the only guy I want to face, because after him, I can officially say that he did my job, that I fulfilled my mission. Although I didn't win a title, I fought the best of the best. I can go to sleep at night,” Johnson explained.
When considering his return, Anthony said he would need more preparation time. Since announcing his retirement, 'Rumble' has been away from training, as he had to dedicate himself to his career in the marijuana industry.
“I haven’t trained since my last fight. I have been focused on cannabis and CBD. I had to leave everything else in the background, you know? I had to give it my full attention”, concluded Anthony.
Johnson starred in 28 fights in his 11-year mixed martial arts career. Before hanging up his gloves, the heavyweight had three knockout victories over Jimi Manuwa, Ryan bader e Glover Teixeira. In his last fight, Anthony was submitted by Daniel Cormier in contention for the division belt.
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