Jon jones vs khabib

Jon Jones has shot down the comparisons with Khabib Nurmagomedov.

UFC superstar Jon Jones solidified his status as the number one pound-for-pound fighter in the promotion's history with a dominant one-round win over Cyril Gane to become heavyweight champion. UFC superstar Jones returned to the cage after three years away and choked out Cyril Gane in the first round at UFC to become heavyweight champion. Jones is now a two-weight champion, making the switch successfully having reigned as light-heavyweight champion before his hiatus from the octagon. And Nurmagomedov's late father Abdulmanap insisted six years ago that the American has unmatched talent. Don't confuse those two things. Jon Jones is No. Maybe not in terms of behaviour or the law or anything else.

Jon jones vs khabib

At UFC , Nurmagomedov announced his retirement from MMA just moments after submitting Justin Gaethje to retain his lightweight title and move his record to overall. The undefeated Dagestani superstar then asked for a the No. While Jones conceded his No. The fact that this is even a conversation is mine blowing to me. LeBron James is allowed to win a game by one point but not Jon Jones. Man I have really spoiled you guys. People want me to stay quiet and let him have his moment while I just sit back and watch my hard work get moved down the rankings. But being the best is earned not given. This shit has nothing to do with fame or being a good person. Yet people want me to stay quiet and let him have his moment while I just sit back and watch my hard work get moved down the rankings. Not salty at all, I really do respect Khabib, I honor the type of man he is. Results Full Archive. Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter. Definitely a powerful moment, but my logic is definitely not clouded. Vera 2 Joshua vs.

Yet people want me to stay quiet and let him have his moment while I just sit back and watch my hard work get moved down the rankings. Don't confuse those two things.

Follow Us. To be fair, the former light heavyweight champion was never out of the GOAT discussions. However, during his three-year layoff, the attention may have shifted from him for a brief while. The year-old has a long list of accomplishments against a stellar resume of opponents to solidify his claim. However, there are other candidates who are laying claim to the GOAT status. Article continues below this ad.

Follow Us. Just as it looked like Khabib was on the path to establish him as an undisputed G. The narrative on social media since that announcement almost exclusively refers to Khabib as the G. Jon Jones is not pleased. Jones has a larger resume inside the UFC and way more experience in championship fights. While Jones was always in this debate, he has taken offense at people outright declaring Khabib as the greatest. His Twitter has been a calamity to follow, as Jones spent a lot of time disputing the argument for Khabib over him. Not salty at all, I really do respect Khabib, I honor the type of man he is.

Jon jones vs khabib

TD Avg. TD Acc. TD Def. Jon Jones. Ciryl Gane. UFC Jones vs. Dominick Reyes. Thiago Santos. Anthony Smith. Alexander Gustafsson.

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By submitting your email, you agree to our Terms and Privacy Notice. Rohini Kottu. However with Ngannou out of the picture, it is likely Jones could face new challenges from former champion Stipe Miocic and Sergei Pavlovich. Dustin Poirier. Khabib Nurmagomedov. One take at a time. In Your Area. Ethics Policy. Follow Us. But being the best is earned not given. Jon Jones is No. There is no doubt Jon Jones is special, he's fought all the best competition out there. Check your inbox for a welcome email.

Khabib Nurmagomedov got his wish. Following a dominant second-round submission finish over Justin Gaethje in the UFC main event, the undefeated UFC lightweight champion asked for consideration as the No.

This shit has nothing to do with fame or being a good person. Believe me when I tell you I've tried to convince Khabib to come out of retirement. However, during his three-year layoff, the attention may have shifted from him for a brief while. Jon Jones mentioned these 5 names. Khabib Nurmagomedov. I mean, Jon Jones is probably going to fight at heavyweight this year. Let us know in the comments below. Follow Mirror. Email required. Celebs TV Films.