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Jones and Poatan at an event in the USA. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/homeoffight
MMA legend, Jon Jones His future in the UFC is uncertain. In June, the former champion announced his retirement from the sport, but upon learning that Dana White would be holding an event at the White House in Washington, D.C., in 2026, he reversed his decision. Willing to compete in this historic and unique event, the American hopes to have... Alex Poatán as an opponent. Now, the athlete has updated the negotiation status.
In a Q&A session with fans on his official 'X' account, Jones, when asked if the fight between him and the Brazilian would ever happen, adopted a cautious tone. It's worth noting that the UFC president has already stated he is not in favor of the fight and fears putting the legendary fighter in a position where he might not fulfill his promises, even with a sealed agreement. Therefore, 'Bones', who has already openly expressed interest in fighting at the White House and also has Poatan's 'yes', placed the responsibility on the company.
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"It's a little out of my control. I'm getting in shape. I'm lean and totally fit to go into a training camp. I guess only time will tell. Anyway, life is great."
Jon Jones frustrated Dana White.
When Jon Jones He was the undisputed UFC heavyweight champion (up to 120,2 kg), he should have put the title on the line against Tom aspinall, the interim belt holder. However, the veteran, even with the Englishman and the fans begging for the fight to happen, refused and stressed that he would have nothing to gain from the encounter.
During the saga, which lasted for months, Dana White revealed that Jones asked U.S. $ The UFC president announced that the MMA legend was offering $30 million (approximately R$160 million at the current exchange rate) to fight Aspinall and that an agreement had been reached with him. However, he stated that the UFC president reneged on his word and admitted he was disappointed with this behavior during the negotiations.
It's a little bit out of my hands, I'm getting in shape, I'm lean and completely capable of hopping into a training camp. I guess time will tell. Either way life is good. https://t.co/F8zCgpex8O
— Jonny Meat (@JonnyBones) November 25, 2025
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