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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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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 heā€™s 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 canā€™t offer Jones the money that he wants.

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ā€œIā€™m not even asking for back pay for ripping me offā€- Jon Jones

ā€œI know Iā€™ve had some negative press over the years but this canā€™t be the only thing that UFC is using to justify underpaying me for so long. Iā€™m not even asking for back pay for ripping me off throughout my entire 20s.

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ā€œI 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.

ā€œI believe I deserve just to be treated, fair man. For all our fighters to finally start getting a higher percentage. No oneā€™s asking to break the bank, just show your athletes you donā€™t 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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