1120 – How many days did fans have to wait to see Jon Jones (27-1, 1 NC) back in the cage. The former UFC light heavyweight champion last fought in February 2020, when he defeated Dominick Reyes by decision. The American had to wait for more than three years, and he immediately got a fight for the belt. And it’s a heavyweight belt, although he hasn’t fought a single fight in this category. The rival at UFC 285 was the French Ciryl Gane (11-2), whose strength is fighting in “stand up”
Jon Jones has made his return to the UFC cage in a big way. It took just over two minutes to win the heavyweight belt
Just before Sunday’s clash, Jones has already caused an avalanche of controversy with his appearance, because his silhouette differs from that of professional MMA fighters. The reaction of the people did not impress him. He replied that he had worked very wisely and solidly in recent years and was ready for his heavyweight debut. And after the result of the confrontation for the belt of the royal weight class, his words can be confirmed.
It was no secret that Jones would rather not trade blows with Gan, but would like to highlight his wrestling and ground gaps. And so it happened. Immediately after the start of the duel, the American went to fetch, showing his great strength. Both men found themselves under the net, where Jones totally dominated the opponent, fastened a tight guillotine and forced him to submit. The entire duel lasted only 124 seconds. Jones thus began a new phase in his career as heavyweight champion. As he announces: He wants to rule in it for at least three years.
His next opponent is likely to be former heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic (20-4), whom he invited to the cage right after the match in an interview with Joe Rogan. – I know one thing about the UFC. They always do what people want. Step, be ready. You’re the best heavyweight in history and that’s what I want. I want to beat you. Let’s do it,” Bones said.
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Mateusz Gamrot also fought at UFC 285, defeating Jalin Turner by unanimous decision. Thus, he returned to the winning path after last year’s defeat at the hands of Beneil Dariush.