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HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 08: (EDITOR’S NOTE: This image has been converted to black and white.) Jon Jones walks to his corner in between rounds against Dominick Reyes in their UFC Light Heavyweight Championship bout during UFC 247 at Toyota Center on February 08, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
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HOUSTON, TEXAS – FEBRUARY 08: (EDITOR’S NOTE: This image has been converted to black and white.) Jon Jones walks to his corner in between rounds against Dominick Reyes in their UFC Light Heavyweight Championship bout during UFC 247 at Toyota Center on February 08, 2020 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)
Jon Jones hasn’t fought in the Octagon since his last fight with Dominick Reyes. The former light-heavyweight champion told his fans that he’d make a comeback at UFC 282. However, not all things happen as planned.
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‘Bones’ had challenged Stipe Miocic for his re-entry into the cage in the heavyweight division of the championship and took to Twitter to deliver his message.
‘Bones’ challenged Stipe Miocic
Recently, Johnny ‘Bones’ Jones challenged Stipe Miocic to sign a contract for a fight on Twitter. He tweeted, “I’m bringing all the heat @Stipemiocic, I got that fire you could never put out. Sign the contract #Ufc282.” But Miocic hasn’t responded to Jones’ calls.
I’m bringing all the heat @Stipemiocic, I got that fire you could never put out. Sign the contract #Ufc282
— BONY (@JonnyBones) October 28, 2022
Jones has been craving to get back into the Octagon and has reportedly planned for a comeback to UFC 282. Surprisingly, his presence was not observed at the December 10 card line-up. However, his hope and possible desperation to climb up in the UFC heavyweight division was reflected in his tweet.
Fans had a lot to say about the challenge
Miocic has grown old and is on a steady decline. As a fan-favorite fighter, Bones’ challenge to the fighter disappointed many enthusiasts. Without a doubt, he got bashed in the comments. Nonetheless, fans would definitely love to see Jon Jones in the Octagon.
A fan even made a Dennis Rodman connection while replying to Jones’ tweet.
ya u are go old skool johnny b j and hit the rail night b4 u can cuz can ur john mf jones dude dont matter do it rodman style. party all night show up and light it up ur jon j ur all set bro. GOAT and connah. 2 GOATS
— David Britton (@DavidBr33644605) October 28, 2022
The desperation to stay relevant.
— Pillars Of Salt (@_PillarsOfSalt_) October 28, 2022
U waited till miocic was 70 years old and coming off a ko to fight him lmaooo
— CanelobyKO (@MexicanKing4) October 28, 2022
You are such a coward. Stipe is an old man now. Should have fought him in his prime. But you were too busy cheating and winning split decisions at lhw
— Meradj Khan Oidermaa (@MeradjO) October 28, 2022
‘Bones’ even asked Miocic to sign the contract. Thus, while he had promised to make a return soon, the fight is not finalized yet.
Translation: “Sign the contract ASAP so we can try and fight this year.”
— BONY Translator (@JonnyBonesTRA) October 28, 2022
Problem with this approach is he may be too alpha to accept it now that you told him to sign. He may not sign out of spite. Or just to keep you waiting. I like the first part of yr tweet but next time leave out the demand. Or at least say please …..🤷🏻♂️ (still the 🐐 )
— MMALover (@MmaLover) October 28, 2022
You wait til all of these guys are old to fight them
— areyou nuts (@kingtenderloin) October 28, 2022
Irrelevant man trying be relevant
— Yashab (@Yashab99488511) October 28, 2022
You really still pretending like this fights still happening? Give it up, stop tryna save face and accept that ur next fight is gonna be against Francis. No more ducking him
— J's (@cop_dem_Js) October 28, 2022
Earlier in 2020, Jon Jones had a disagreement over remuneration with the UFC president, Dana White. Following the spite, he vacated the light-heavyweight championship. He previously said that he would sit out until an adequate offer was made by the UFC.
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Previously, he had a one-year suspension for failing a test by USADA. However, his career faced a challenge when he failed a test again and had a 4-year ban implemented. He has also been compared with the controversial NBA legend, Dennis Rodman, for his behavior outside the Octagon. However, fans greatly anticipate his return.
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Jones is considered the G.O.A.T., or the greatest of all time in the light-heavyweight division by many of his fans. He defended his title 11 times and has a sweet portfolio of 26-1-0, 1 NC. His fans indeed have the utmost desire to watch him return to the Octagon.
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