Jon Jones is the current UFC heavyweight champion. He has set the MMA world abuzz with a cryptic hint about his highly anticipated return to the octagon. In a recent Twitter exchange, “Bones” suggested that fans should keep their ears peeled for an announcement from UFC CEO, Dana White regarding the details of his next fight.
Jones recently answered a question about his upcoming fight on X. A fan had asked Jones about his comeback date. The champion replied cryptically. He shared that he had a set date, and urged fight fans to wait for Dana White’s public announcement.
I have a date, I’ll let boss man Dana announce that
Jon Jones via X
This reply immediately sent shockwaves through the MMA community. Fight fans are eagerly speculating about when Jones will make his long-awaited comeback. This fight would most likely be against Stipe Miocic. The fight was set to happen at UFC 295 but Jones had suffered a pec injury. This forced him out of the fight. This would be his first title defense since winning the title against Ciryl Gane.
Jones recently hinted at other intriguing options for his matchup. In recent tweets, he weighed the prospect of facing Alex Pereira. Interim champion, Tom Aspinall on the other hand was neglected as a potential opponent by Jones. Fight fans would have to wait for the announcement of Jones’ return to the Octagon.
Jon Jones gives a fitting reply to his critics
Jon Jones has once again set the MMA world ablaze with his sharp tongue and unwavering confidence. In a recent Twitter rant, “Bones” aimed at his critics. He delivered stinging jabs at those who have questioned his legacy and commitment to the sport.
The war of words erupted as Jon Jones addressed the long-standing speculation surrounding a potential showdown with Francis Ngannou. For years, fans had clamored for this matchup of Titans, but it never materialized due to various circumstances. Some critics used this as ammunition to cast doubt on Jones’s willingness to face the formidable “Predator.” This is what Jones’s reply was to these critics:
I’m also not allowed to take three years to become a heavyweight and absolutely demolish my first opponent . Nope, that was too long. Screw the flawless Victory. “Jones ran for three years. Too afraid of Francis” “he’s scared of everyone we haven’t seen him fight yet.
Jon Jones via X
I’m also not allowed to take three years to become a heavyweight and absolutely demolish my first opponent . Nope, that was too long. Screw the flawless Victory. “Jones ran for three years. Too afraid of Francis” 😝 “he’s scared of everyone we haven’t seen him fight yet.”
— BONY (@JonnyBones) May 5, 2024
The tirade on X was a reminder of Jones’s unwavering confidence and his refusal to back down from a verbal sparring match. It was a display of the bravado that has made him one of the most polarizing figures in the sport.
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