Gilbert Durinho after victory in UFC 287. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram
While much of the MMA world has already lost hope with the much talked about heavyweight title unification fight (up to 120,2kg), a big name in the UFC is betting on the fight taking place. A Brazilian name! Gilbert Durinho stated this Thursday (29) his belief in the duel taking place. And the reason is in the legacy to be defended, even with apologies, for Jon Jones.
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“I think so. These negotiations are happening. Their food is boiling and people are complaining, getting upset, and let's suppose Jon Jones says, 'Yes, I'm fighting!' And everyone will tune in. Jon Jones has a lot to lose, right? But let's think... this fight happens... let's assume that Tom aspinall win. Bro, Jon Jones He has so many excuses! 'I was out of action for a year, I was old, this and that.' He's not going to harm his legacy," he said. Gilbert Durinho interview to the podcast 'Show Me The Money'.
Jon Jones jokes with the public by suggesting retirement, without officially confirming anything. Tom aspinall awaits the duel, breaking records for time with the interim belt. Dana White has already confirmed 'for sure', at the beginning of the year, that the duel will take place.
However, more recently, given the impatience of fans, an online petition was created on the website 'Change.org' for 'Bones' to have his belt stripped. By the time this article was published, 163.205 people had signed the request. Contrary to the movement, Durinho guaranteed that the fight would take place.
“People would still say, 'Jon Jones “At the height of my game, I would kill this guy,” Burns added. “The check is going to be pretty big. I’m telling you right now, this fight is going to happen. I’m sure of it.”
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