Away from the UFC, legendary Jon Jones reveals his desire to fight wrestling and asks for a spot.

Jon Jones Promotes UFC event. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram/jonnybones

Considered by many to be the greatest and best MMA fighter in history, Jon Jones He is determined to fight outside the UFC and has been throwing shade at everyone. In conflict with Dana White, now, the former light heavyweight (up to 93 kg) and heavyweight (up to 120,2 kg) champion surprised everyone by expressing interest in competing in wrestling. 'Bones's' revelation was made at RAF 9, an event held last Saturday (30), in Texas (USA).

Jones attended the wrestling organization's show not only because he's a fan of wrestling, but also to support Gable Stevenson, the Olympic champion in the sport and his friend. After his student in combat sports won his RAF debut, the MMA legend, in an interview with the company, expressed his excitement to represent them and return to the sport he practiced so much during his college days.

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It's worth noting that this wasn't the first time Jones openly expressed his desire to leave the UFC. In May, the veteran asked the company to release him from his exclusive contract, showed openness to working at Netflix events in partnership with Most Valuable Promotions, to boxing, and now he's also eyeing a return to wrestling.

"I would love to wrestle here with you guys. That would be a lot of fun," said the MMA legend.

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.