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Dana White confirms Jon Jones-Stipe Miocic fight location

Following the exciting night of knockouts and close fights at UFC St. Louis, Dana White addressed the media in his post-fight press conference and acknowledged that the event was the highest-ever gate for a Fight Night card.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 11

'I’m on a mission' – Jon Jones justifies notion of snubbing ‘SELFISH’ interim champ Tom Aspinall waiting on his legacy battle

The decision is quite easy if it’s either a fight between former titleholder Stipe Miocic or interim champ Tom Aspinall. Meanwhile, Jon Jones has steadfastly wanted to make his legacy fight with Stipe Miocic happen.

MMA News / Field Level Media / 6 hours ago

Stipe Miocic wants Jon Jones fight over everything else

Former two-time UFC heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic counts a third crown as important -- but not quite as important as fighting legendary Jon "Bones" Jones.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 10

Jones Defends His Decision To Avoid Aspinall – ‘I Am Not Changing For Anyone’

Jon Jones has defended his decision to fight Stipe Miocic next over Tom Aspinall. Bones is back in training as he prepares to defend his UFC Heavyweight title against Stipe.

MMA News / ClutchPoints / May 10

Jon Jones announces his next opponent in the UFC

Jon Jones, the reigning UFC heavyweight champion, has officially announced his next opponent: Stipe Miocic, reported by Bleacher Report. In a statement made recently, Jones made it crystal clear that he is committed to facing Miocic upon his return to the Octagon, despite other potential matchups on the horizon.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 10

Jon Jones jokes about ‘spy in camp’ after Jan Blachowicz claims he fled light heavyweight division out of fear

When Jon “Bones” Jones became the light heavyweight champion, he was the youngest to do it in the UFC. However, more recently, older fighters like Glover Teixeira, Jan Blachowicz, and Alex Pereira have become champions in the division.

MMA News / Bleacher Report / May 9

UFC's Jon Jones Eyes Stipe Miocic Fight amid Tom Aspinall's Push for Unification Bout

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones made it abundantly clear on X that he intends to fight Stipe Miocic upon his return to the Octagon: "I'm in the middle of a…

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 8

Looking at Jon Jones against Stipe Miocic (Possibly)

Jon Jones (27-1, 1 NC) is *supposedly* returning to the UFC octagon, facing off against Stipe Miocic (20-4). The UFC Heavyweight Champion has a verbal agreement to fight the Cleveland native at a later date.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 7

Aspinall Says Jones Is Using Alex Pereira To Duck Him – ‘Playing Games To Convince The Public’

Tom Aspinall, the UFC Interim Heavyweight Champion, says Jon Jones is doing everything to duck him. Jones, the current UFC Heavyweight Champion, has not fought since beating Ciryl Gane last year at UFC 285 to win the vacant title.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / May 6

What Would Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira Look Like?

There have been rumors swirling that Jon Jones could be involved in a mammoth fight with Alex Pereira. It would fulfill the prophecy Pereira laid out, with the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion hinting at a move to heavyweight.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / May 6

Jon Jones Teases His Return – ‘I Have A Date’

Jon Jones‘ return is near after the UFC Heavyweight Champion revealed he has a verbal agreement over his next fight. Bones has not been in the Octagon since his victory over Ciryl Gane to win the vacant heavyweight title at UFC 285.

MMA News / FirstSportz / May 4

Jon Jones ready to give ‘GOAT’ status threat Alex Pereira chance to create history with 3-division champion glory

After fighting Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones sees two-division champ Alex Pereira as a legacy fight worth pursuing in his career. That is not surprising, given he has long maintained deep reverence for the kickboxing powerhouse.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / May 3

UFC’s Jon Jones Snubs Tom Aspinall, Welcomes ‘Biggest Fight in MMA History’ with Alex Pereira

(Photo: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports) Stipe Miocic might not be Jon Jones' final opponent, after all. It's no secret that the current UFC Heavyweight Champion is nearing the end of his illustrious career.

MMA News / ClutchPoints / April 25

Jon Jones gives huge update on his UFC return

Reigning UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones has ignited speculation about his highly anticipated return to the octagon, reported by Frontkick. After enduring a setback with a torn pectoral muscle last October, Jones has taken the crucial first step towards his comeback.

MMA News / BoxingNews.com / April 25

Jon Jones Is Back In Training – Will He Face Aspinall?

Jon Jones, the UFC Heavyweight Champion, shared a picture of himself back in training following his recent injury troubles. Bones has not fought since stopping Ciryl Gane last year via first-round submission at UFC 285.

MMA News / Field Level Media / April 24

Jon Jones begins workouts, returning from pectoral surgery

Jon Jones is back on the comeback trail and has an eye on resuming his career. The heavyweight champion has been sidelined with a torn pectoral muscle that required surgery in October.

MMA News / Dice City Sports / April 8

How many more chances does Jon Jones have?

Jon Jones is no stranger to controversy. From felony hit-and-run charges in 2015 to being suspended for taking banned substances, Jones has gotten into his fair share of mischief.

MMA News / Ringside Intel / April 6

Jon Jones Accused of Assaulting Drug Testing Agent

As the UFC settles in with Drug Free Sport International, Jon Jones has not exactly warmed up to the promotion’s new drug testing partner. According to

MMA News / Ringside Intel / March 12

UFC Champion Jon Jones Sends Fan To Hospital

Reigning UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones is known for his incredible abilities inside the Octagon. During a recent tour of Australia, Jones met up with artist Jensen Dean.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / February 12

MMA Today: UFC 300 Main Event, Jon Jones' Return, Anaheim's Ascent, More

MMA Knockout's Zain Bando has the first edition of his new weekly site series, "MMA Today," chronicling all the big news and headlines across the combat sports landscape.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / February 10

Jon Jones Reveals He Turned Down Opportunity to Headline UFC 300

It appears that the Ultimate Fighting Championship is covering all its bases in pursuit of a suitable headliner for its 300th event. During an interview with Submission Radio, Jones revealed that he was contacted by the promotion in the hopes that he might be healthy enough to compete in the main event of UFC 300.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / February 10

UFC 300 News: Jon Jones Reveals Offer to Headline Landmark UFC Event

Widely considered the greatest mixed martial artist of all time, Jon Jones is second only to Conor McGregor in terms of popularity and marketability. "Bones" suffered a torn pectoral muscle in November 2023, which is expected to sideline the heavyweight champion until Summer 2024.

MMA News / Sherdog.com / January 8

UFC Heavyweight Champ Jon Jones Undergoes Elbow Surgery

Since he was already in the rehabilitation process, Jon Jones has decided to take care of some additional ailments while he waits. The UFC heavyweight champion revealed on social media that he recently underwent surgery on his left elbow.

MMA News / FanNation MMA Knockout / January 8

UFC Champion Jon Jones Updates Fans Following Second Surgery

Already sidelined for an extended period due to a pec injury, UFC heavyweight king Jon Jones has decided to make the most of his time off and address a lingering issue with his elbow.