Jon Jones heads into one of his toughest challenges against Cyril Gane. The UFC legend faces Gane for the UFC heavyweight gold. Moreover, the former light heavyweight champion would have to increase his weight tremendously if he wants to impose a challenge in the upcoming bout. However, much wasn’t known about the new physique of Jon Jones up until now.
‘Bones’ has released a new video showing him sparring in the gym. The former light heavyweight champion has stunned most of his fans and has reinvigorated their excitement to see the controversial GOAT return to the octagon. The fans have taken over the comment section on Jon Jones’ post.
Fans react as Jon Jones finally shows his heavyweight physique
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Jon Jones is all fired up ahead of his fight against Gane. The American was seen throwing some of his signature punches and elbows at his sparring partner. The fans thoroughly enjoyed the training as they reminisce about the old days.
One fan said, “The King is super smooth”. Another fan added, “#1 P4P as soon as your hand gets raised”.
“One social media user added, “Fight week.. He’s finally back!!
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Some fans commented about his physique, they said, “He’s looking huge”. Furthermore, one Instagram user said, “Thought that was Francis Ngannou for a second”
Similarly, one MMA fan said, “Bro making Walt look small af”. While another fan commented, “How he get so out of shape,, how”.
Furthermore, one social media user added, “Yo he’s gianttttt”. The fans went crazy seeing Jones’ body, to which they said, “Yeah… people have no idea how scary Bones is now”.
It’s not only the fans that are predicting a win for the 35-year-old but his famed adversary also points out a similar outcome to follow.
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Former rival Daniel Cormier is confident of Jones securing a win
Speaking on his YouTube channel, the former UFC double champion spoke about Jon Jones being more prepared for his next fight. ‘DC’ said, “I can’t imagine a time where Jones didn’t think to himself, ‘wow, I’d love to fight Shogun’. He went out there and did what he did to him. But once the fear is gone, once that element of how bad it could be on the other side, that thing that make you prepare more and more… that tells me that he’ll be more prepared.”
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Fans and former rivals both seem geared for the upcoming bout between Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane. As the day comes closer for the much-anticipated bout of ‘Bones’, the fans are getting anxious and excited to see the ‘GOAT’ return to action. What do you make of Jones’ physique? Who do you think will win the upcoming bout at UFC 285? Let us know in the comments below.
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