How did Jon Jones lose his belt?
The UFC has stripped former light heavyweight champion Jon Jones of his title following his yearlong suspension by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), according to Brett Okamoto of ESPN.com. “It doesn’t make sense,” UFC President Dana White told ESPN’s 5ive Rounds podcast, per Okamoto.
What happened to Jon Jones?
Back in September 2021, Jon Jones was arrested and charged with misdemeanor battery domestic violence and injuring or tampering with a vehicle. Recently, video footage was released from his arrest and altercation with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department.
Why is Jon Jones not ranked?
Jones was recently removed from MMA Fighting’s Global Rankings and MMA Fighting’s Pound-for-Pound Rankings in August due to being inactive for 18 months. His pro record stands at 26-1 (1 NC), with his one loss coming by way of disqualification against Matt Hamill in December 2009 in a bout that Jones was dominating.
Is Jones undefeated?
#5 Jon Jones is virtually undefeated With 26 wins and one loss (one no-contest), Jon Jones has one of the best records in MMA history. His record is made even more commendable by the fact that his only loss came via disqualification due to illegal elbows in a fight he was clearly winning (against Matt Hamill in 2009).
Is there any Indian fighter in UFC?
Pawan Mann Singh and Anshul Jubli are two Indian fighters who will feature in ‘Road to UFC’, a unique Asian qualification pathway to the world’s biggest mixed martial arts competition. “Indians love to watch blood and gore and MMA has a lot of that.
Who will Jon Jones defend his UFC title at UFC 172?
UFC light heavyweight Jon Jones is set to defend his title for the seventh time as he takes on No. 1 contender Glover Teixeira at UFC 172. Also on the docket, Anthony Johnson makes his return to the UFC to take on Phil Davis.
What happened at UFC 172?
UFC light heavyweight Jon Jones is set to defend his title for the seventh time as he takes on No. 1 contender Glover Teixeira at UFC 172. Also on the docket, Anthony Johnson makes his return to the UFC to take on Phil Davis. Jim Miller finishes Yancy Medeiros at their UFC 172 bout with a devastating guillotine choke in round number one.
Which UFC fighter has won 10 fights in a row?
UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones puts his 10-fight win streak on the line against Glover Teixeira, who hasn’t suffered a loss since 2006. Plus, Phil Davis tries to establish himself as a title contender when he faces Anthony Johnson.
What does Chuck Liddell think about the UFC 172 Main Event?
UFC Hall of Famer Chuck Liddell gives his take on UFC 172 main event: Jon Jones vs Glover Teixeira. He thinks Teixeira, his training partner, has all the tools to dethrone the light heavyweight king. Lightweight Yancy Medeiros takes you inside his training camp as he prepares for his UFC 172 fight against veteran Jim Miller.