WATCH: Francis Ngannou & Jon Jones Come Face-to-Face Before Dream UFC Fight in Unexpectedly Wholesome Interaction

Former light-heavyweight champion, Jon Jones is ready to make the leap to Heavyweight. UFC president Dana White has also stated that his heavyweight debut is set to happen. ‘Bones’ has been away from the Octagon for 2 years, but fans still believe he is one of the best. Many UFC greats also consider the 35-year-old to be the real deal.

The world can’t wait for him to fight a heavyweight machine like Francis Ngannou. The current heavyweight champion is an intimidating opponent for many, but look how Jones approaches him in this wholesome clip.

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Francis Ngannou is the reigning heavyweight champ, and bumped into UFC legend Jon Jones at the gym. The two showed respect for each other during their brief interaction, recorded by Jones. ‘Bones’ uploaded this interaction on his Instagram story to let the world know who he ran into, or maybe he just confirmed their heavily rumored bout.

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Previously, UFC boss Dana White said “Jon Jones is ready to go.” He revealed on ‘The Jim Rome Show‘ “We’re just waiting for an opponent. It’s either going to be Francis [Ngannou] depending on how long his knee is going to take to recover or Stipe Miocic.”

He thus confirmed that Francis Ngannou and Stipe Miocic were two candidates worthy of facing ‘Bones’.

About that knee, Ngannou said “I’m not very strong on that knee yet,” and added “See how heavy I am. That’s something I really have to consider — my weight and this division and how it is.”

The current heavyweight champion revealed he is working to get back to the Octagon in early 2023. He is currently undergoing ACL reconstructive surgery.

‘Bones’ taunted Stipe Miocic

Miocic was the initial candidate to be going up against Jon Jones for his return. The UFC legend even tweeted “I’m bringing all the heat @Stipemiocic, I got that fire you could never put out. Sign the contract #Ufc282″ taunting the fighter to make a return for 282.

But, Stipe Miocic is on a hiatus and hasn’t planned on returning anytime soon, at least not as soon as UFC 282. Even the UFC boss wants Bones to face The Predator. Since he is the champion of the Heavyweight division.

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White confirmed nothing as of now, but Jones looks ready to jump back at this moment and is waiting for the call.