UFC 285 Highlights: Jon Jones enters history books with heavyweight title, Alexa Grasso lifts women's flyweight crown
1 year, 9 months ago

UFC 285 Highlights: Jon Jones enters history books with heavyweight title, Alexa Grasso lifts women's flyweight crown

Hindustan Times  

Jon Jones became the new heavyweight champion in UFC: Alexa Grasso lifted the women's flyweight crown by defeating Valentina Shevchenko in the co-main event of UFC 285. American MMA fighter Jon Jones created history by defeating Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 285. He joined the list of select UFC fighters to have won titles in two different weight class, as Jones had also been the light heavyweight champion earlier. Meanwhile, Alexa Grasso shocked Valentina Shevchenko in the co-main event to win women's flyweight title.

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UFC 309 results: Jon Jones retains heavyweight belt with TKO win over Stipe Miocic, says “maybe I will not retire”
1 month, 1 week ago

UFC 309 results: Jon Jones retains heavyweight belt with TKO win over Stipe Miocic, says “maybe I will not retire”

The Hindu  

Jon Jones defended his heavyweight title during the main event at UFC 309 in New York on Saturday night, using a spinning back kick to beat Stipe Miocic by technical knockout. It was Jones’ first fight since March 2023, and the 37-year-old successfully returned to the octagon after undergoing pectoral surgery that postponed a meeting with Miocic at UFC 295. …

Jon Jones announces his next career move after knocking out Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 - as Dana White outlines plans for 'biggest heavyweight fight of all time' amid Tom Aspinall speculation
1 month, 1 week ago

Jon Jones announces his next career move after knocking out Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 - as Dana White outlines plans for 'biggest heavyweight fight of all time' amid Tom Aspinall speculation

Daily Mail  

Jon Jones appeared to address a potential fight with Tom Aspinall after knocking out Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. After knocking out Miocic in typically impressive style, Jones took to the microphone inside the ring to address his future, and seemed to hint that he may well one day fight Aspinall. Jon Jones has announced his next career move after …

Jon Jones retains UFC heavyweight title with spinning kick to stop Stipe Miocic, celebrates with President-elect Donald Trump
1 month, 1 week ago

Jon Jones retains UFC heavyweight title with spinning kick to stop Stipe Miocic, celebrates with President-elect Donald Trump

CNN  

CNN — Jon Jones retained his UFC heavyweight title with an impressive spinning kick to stop Stipe Miocic in the third round of their fight at UFC 309 on Saturday at Madison Square Garden. Jones had not fought since winning the title in his heavyweight debut in March last year while for Miocic, it was his first time in the …

Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic – UFC 309: MMA heavyweight championship fight
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1 month, 1 week ago

Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic – UFC 309: MMA heavyweight championship fight

Al Jazeera  

Jones sends Miocic into retirement with a brutal back kick to the ribs on UFC 309 fight night in New York. Jon Jones has cemented his position as arguably the greatest mixed martial arts fighter of all time by pulling off a stunning knockout of Stipe Miocic to retain his heavyweight belt at the UFC 309 fight night. “That body …

UFC 309: Jon Jones not retiring after retaining Heavyweight title vs Stipe Miocic
1 month, 1 week ago

UFC 309: Jon Jones not retiring after retaining Heavyweight title vs Stipe Miocic

India Today  

Jon Jones has announced that he isn't retiring just yet after he defeated Stipe Miocic to retain the UFC Heavyweight title on November 16, Saturday. This was Jones' first fight since March 2023 when he had defeated Cyril Gane to win the heavyweight title. Jones would start to dominate the Croatian on the floor and started to land some stiff …

Jones vs Miocic LIVE Streaming info: Preview, full fight card, when and where to watch UFC 309 heavyweight title fight?
1 month, 1 week ago

Jones vs Miocic LIVE Streaming info: Preview, full fight card, when and where to watch UFC 309 heavyweight title fight?

The Hindu  

It is finally happening. Current heavyweight champion Jon Jones will make the first defence of his undisputed title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 in New York on November 17. The long-awaited fight was first scheduled to headline UFC 295 almost a year ago, but Jones suffered an injury that kept him out of action for the rest of 2023. …

Jon Jones: UFC champion charged with two misdemeanours after incident with drug-test agent
5 months, 1 week ago

Jon Jones: UFC champion charged with two misdemeanours after incident with drug-test agent

The Independent  

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UFC 300: Max Holloway faceplants Justin Gaethje with all-time great KO in final second of fight
8 months ago

UFC 300: Max Holloway faceplants Justin Gaethje with all-time great KO in final second of fight

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Jon Jones out of UFC 295 as Dana White announces new heavyweight title fight
1 year, 2 months ago

Jon Jones out of UFC 295 as Dana White announces new heavyweight title fight

The Independent  

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UFC 295: Heavyweight champion Jon Jones injured, fight against Stipe Miocic called off
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC 295: Heavyweight champion Jon Jones injured, fight against Stipe Miocic called off

The Hindu  

Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic will no longer fight for the UFC heavyweight championship next month in New York after Jones tore a pectoral tendon off the bone during training. The heavyweight champion needs surgery and will be out at least eight months, throwing out the anticipated main event of UFC 295 on Nov. 11 at Madison Square Garden. #UFC295 …

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones injured, title fight at MSG vs. Stipe Miocic called off
1 year, 2 months ago

UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones injured, title fight at MSG vs. Stipe Miocic called off

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic will no longer fight for the UFC heavyweight championship next month in New York after Jones tore a pectoral tendon off the bone during training. The heavyweight champion needs surgery and will be out at least eight months, throwing out the anticipated main event of UFC 295 on Nov. 11 at Madison …

UFC Fight Night: 'Whether Alexa Grasso's the champ or not, I want that rematch,' says Maycee Barber
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC Fight Night: 'Whether Alexa Grasso's the champ or not, I want that rematch,' says Maycee Barber

Hindustan Times  

It's a little less than three months since her previous fight and UFC women's Flyweight division fighter Maycee Barber is already gearing up for her next challenge. She takes on Amanda Ribas at UFC Fight Night on Saturday midnight and despite such a short time between her two fights, Barber oozes with confidence and says the situation demands her to …

UFC 289 HIGHLIGHTS: Nunes announces retirement with record 16th win; Oliveira KOs Dariush; full fight results
1 year, 6 months ago

UFC 289 HIGHLIGHTS: Nunes announces retirement with record 16th win; Oliveira KOs Dariush; full fight results

The Hindu  

Amanda Nunes vs Irene Aldana - MAIN EVENT Nunes also announces her retirement from Professional MMA! | Photo Credit: Twitter: Ariel Helwani The greatest of all time says goodbye 🏆🦁🏆@Amanda_Leoa announces her retirement after defending her bantamweight title at #UFC289pic.twitter.com/3OXqGymhzM — UFC June 11, 2023 RESULT: Amanda Nunes beats Irene Aldana by UNANIMOUS DECISION The Lioness DOMINATES all 5 rounds …

Watch: Alexa Grasso receives a hero's welcome on arrival in Mexico after women's Flyweight title win in UFC 285
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Alexa Grasso receives a hero's welcome on arrival in Mexico after women's Flyweight title win in UFC 285

Hindustan Times  

Mexico's Alexa Grasso stunned Valentina Shevchenko in the co-main event of UFC 285 on Saturday. Mexico's Alexa Grasso stunned Valentina Shevchenko to lift the women's flyweight title in the co-main event of UFC 285 on Saturday. She joined reigning men's Flyweight champion Brandon Moreno and current men's interim Featherweight champion Yair Rodriguez, both of whom hail from Mexico. Grasso's mural …

Jon Jones sends blunt warning to Stipe Miocic ahead of potential UFC fight
1 year, 9 months ago

Jon Jones sends blunt warning to Stipe Miocic ahead of potential UFC fight

Hindustan Times  

Jon Jones had a dream debut in UFC heavyweight division as he clinched the title against Ciryl Gane on Saturday. Jon Jones became new heavyweight champion on Saturday Having reinforced himself as one of the greatest MMA fighters ever, Jones has set his eyes on the next challenge. Earlier, UFC president Dana White had announced that the winner of Jones …

Watch: Viral video of Jon Jones bleating like a GOAT after heavyweight title win over Ciryl Gane in UFC 285
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Viral video of Jon Jones bleating like a GOAT after heavyweight title win over Ciryl Gane in UFC 285

Hindustan Times  

Uber confident Jon Jones humbled Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 285 and lifted the heavyweight title on Saturday night in USA. Marking his return to the Octagon after a three-year hiatus, it was a perfect day for Jones as he scripted history by becoming only the eight fighter in UFC to have won championship titles in two …

Jon Jones submits Ciryl Gane in first round to win heavyweight title at UFC 285
1 year, 9 months ago

Jon Jones submits Ciryl Gane in first round to win heavyweight title at UFC 285

The Independent  

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UFC 285 LIVE: Stream, latest updates and Jones vs Gane results
1 year, 9 months ago

UFC 285 LIVE: Stream, latest updates and Jones vs Gane results

The Independent  

✕ Close Jon Jones says he ‘only sparred three times’ before Ciryl Gane heavyweight victory at UFC 285 Jon Jones submitted Ciryl Gane in the first round to win the vacant heavyweight title in the main event of UFC 285. Jones, 35, is seen by many as the greatest mixed martial artist of all time, though the American’s career has …

Watch: Jon Jones dances merrily in the cage after historic win over Ciryl Gane in UFC 285
1 year, 9 months ago

Watch: Jon Jones dances merrily in the cage after historic win over Ciryl Gane in UFC 285

Hindustan Times  

Jon Jones overpowered Ciryl Gane to become the new heavyweight champion in the main event of UFC 285 on Saturday night in USA. Jones had already been a light heavyweight champion before and his latest title victory put him in the list of select few to have won two titles in two different weight categories in the history of UFC. …

Jon Jones returns to win UFC heavyweight title in 1st round
1 year, 9 months ago

Jon Jones returns to win UFC heavyweight title in 1st round

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Jon Jones ended a three-year sabbatical from the UFC, moved up to its highest weight class and then left no doubt Saturday night about his place in the sport’s history. “ a total freak of nature,” White said, “and he’s the best ever.” There were questions whether so much time off would affect Jones’ effectiveness, and he …

UFC 285 Highlights: Jon Jones enters history books with heavyweight title, Alexa Grasso lifts women's flyweight crown
1 year, 9 months ago

UFC 285 Highlights: Jon Jones enters history books with heavyweight title, Alexa Grasso lifts women's flyweight crown

Hindustan Times  

Jon Jones became the new heavyweight champion in UFC: Alexa Grasso lifted the women's flyweight crown by defeating Valentina Shevchenko in the co-main event of UFC 285. American MMA fighter Jon Jones created history by defeating Ciryl Gane in the main event of UFC 285. He joined the list of select UFC fighters to have won titles in two different …

Jon Jones hopes to end any doubts about best ever at UFC 285
1 year, 9 months ago

Jon Jones hopes to end any doubts about best ever at UFC 285

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Jon Jones has spent the past three years at his home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, focusing on being with family, hunting and getting ready for his big comeback. “I’m fighting to be the greatest fighter ever, not to be the best pound-for-pound right now,” Jones said. Jones said he hasn’t been idle even if he hasn’t fought …

Jon Jones’ UFC return will come against Francis Ngannou or Stipe Miocic, says Dana White
2 years, 5 months ago

Jon Jones’ UFC return will come against Francis Ngannou or Stipe Miocic, says Dana White

The Independent  

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Court date reset for UFC star Jon Jones in Vegas case
3 years ago

Court date reset for UFC star Jon Jones in Vegas case

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — A court date was reset to January for former UFC champion Jon Jones to learn whether he’ll face criminal charges following his September arrest on allegations that he scuffled with his fiancée and damaged a Las Vegas police vehicle at Caesars Palace. Neither Jones nor attorneys were in court Tuesday when a judge pushed back the date …

Usman, Namajunas score KO title fight wins at UFC 261
3 years, 8 months ago

Usman, Namajunas score KO title fight wins at UFC 261

The Hindu  

Kamaru Usman knocked Jorge Masvidal out cold to retain his UFC welterweight belt while Rose Namajunas pulled off a stunning first-round head kick KO to dethrone strawweight champ Zhang Weili at UFC 261 in Jacksonville, Florida on Saturday. In the third title fight on the bill, women's flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko dominated Jessica Andrade as she coasted to a second-round …

UFC 259 result: Blachowicz, Amanda Nunes retain; Adesanya suffers first loss, Yan disqualified
3 years, 9 months ago

UFC 259 result: Blachowicz, Amanda Nunes retain; Adesanya suffers first loss, Yan disqualified

The Hindu  

Israel Adesanya wasn't afraid to reach for the top, but defeating Jan Blachowicz was too steep a mountain to climb. UFC middleweight champion Adesanya stepped up in weight to challenge for Blachowicz's light heavyweight belt on Saturday night in the main event of UFC 259. In the evening's co-main bout, UFC women's featherweight and bantamweight champion Amanda Nunes continued her …

UFC 259: Jon Jones revels in the demise of 'hype train' Israel Adesanya
3 years, 9 months ago

UFC 259: Jon Jones revels in the demise of 'hype train' Israel Adesanya

Daily Mail  

Jon Jones has revelled in Israel Adesanya's first career defeat as the former light heavyweight king took to Twitter to celebrate his arch rival's failure to make history at UFC 259. Jon Jones has revelled in Israel Adesanya's career-first UFC defeat in Las Vegas this weekend Adesanya, 31, was denied history as Jan Blachowicz defeated the fan favourite by decision …

Blachowicz, Nunes keep belts at UFC 259; Sterling wins on DQ
3 years, 9 months ago

Blachowicz, Nunes keep belts at UFC 259; Sterling wins on DQ

Associated Press  

LAS VEGAS — Israel Adesanya learned that holding two UFC title belts simultaneously is not nearly as easy as Amanda Nunes makes it look. Jan Blachowicz defended his UFC light heavyweight title with a unanimous decision over the previously unbeaten Adesanya at UFC 259 on Saturday night, thwarting the reigning middleweight champ’s bid to claim a second belt. Two-division champion …

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