Jon Jones seems to be enjoying his time off, despite being embroiled in various public spats with the UFC. Jones took to Twitter and posted a video of him wrestling with the legendary comedian Steve-o.
Steve is known as one of the greatest daredevils and comedians and is often seen doing dangerous tricks.
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ā BONY (@JonnyBones) June 17, 2020
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Jones was set to make a highly anticipated move to the heavyweight division, to take on The Predator Francis Ngannou. However, contract negotiations fell through, with the fighter claiming heās not getting paid what he deserves.
Several fighters have called out the UFC over contract disputes.
Despite the criticism, Dana White revealed that Jones signed a multi-fight contract recently and had agreed to the terms and conditions.
Moreover, since the promotion is suffering losses due to a lack of gate money, White said he canāt offer Jones the money that he wants.
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āIām not even asking for back pay for ripping me offā- Jon Jones
āI know Iāve had some negative press over the years but this canāt be the only thing that UFC is using to justify underpaying me for so long. Iām not even asking for back pay for ripping me off throughout my entire 20s.
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āI just wanted to be treated fair moving forward. I just would like to know they would be willing to at least play ball moving forward. The way the beginning of out heavyweight negotiations was going sent nothing but red flags.
āI believe I deserve just to be treated, fair man. For all our fighters to finally start getting a higher percentage. No oneās asking to break the bank, just show your athletes you donāt think we are all idiots,ā said Jones as reported by SCMP.
Jones is lauded as the greatest fighter in the UFC and despite the situation, fight fans are hoping to see him in the octagon soon enough.
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