Jon Jones vs. Ngannou on Netflix? MMA legend reveals desire to leave the UFC and dreams of being released from his contract.

The sports icon still wants to compete in high-profile and lucrative fights, but friction with Dana White represents a major obstacle to competing outside the company.

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Jon Jones Ngannou during training. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/jonnybones

Out of action since 2024. Jon Jones He caused a stir again and showed that his relationship with the UFC is more troubled than ever. Last Saturday (16), the legendary American was present at the first MMA event on Netflix, held in California (USA), and was once again linked to a super fight against Francis NgannouAnd 'Bones' likes the idea of ​​facing the Cameroonian icon so much that he's willing to put an end to his career in the sport's biggest organization.

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So much so that Jones, who was a VIP guest at the event and also participated in its broadcast, revealed his desire to leave the UFC. It's true that the former light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) and heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) champion, even though retired, still has an exclusive contract with the company. Therefore, the agreement prevents the veteran from competing for any other company.

Precisely because he knows he's 'stuck' in Dana White's league, 'Bones' saw his dream of returning to action come true. UFC White House against Alex PoatánOn June 14th, being ignored made him openly lament and express his desire to be released from his contract. However, since the club president is at odds with Ngannou and has shown irritation with Jones's attitude, the chance of the contract being terminated is minimal.

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“I need to focus on trying to terminate my contract with the UFC. That will be the hardest part for this fight to happen. I think Dana isn’t interested in doing business with Ngannou. Doing it with MVP would probably be the only way the fight would happen. If we can terminate my contract, that would be great,” said the best fighter in MMA history.

Jones' fighters in MMA

Jon JonesThe 38-year-old made his mark in MMA, becoming the UFC light heavyweight and heavyweight champion. It's no wonder that the American is considered by many to be the greatest and best fighter in history. He began his career in the sport in 2008 and debuted in its biggest organization that same year.

In this format, 'Bones' built a record of 28 wins, one loss, and one 'no contest' (no result). His main victories were against Alexander Gustafson (twice), Chael Sonnen, Cyryl Gane, Daniel Cormier, Dominick reyes, Glover Teixeira, Lyoto Machida, Mauritius Shogun, Quinton'Rampage'Jackson, Rashad evans, Ryan bader, Stipe Miocic, Thiago Marreta e Vitor belfort.

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