Jonathan Dwight Jones[1] (born July 19, 1987)[2] is an American professional mixed martial artist. He currently competes in the Heavyweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is the current UFC Heavyweight Champion.[2] A professional since 2008, Jones was previously the UFC Light Heavyweight Champion from 2011 to 2015 and from 2018 to 2020, as well as the interim UFC Light Heavyweight Champion in 2016.[2] As of November 19, 2024, he is #2 in the UFC men’s pound-for-pound rankings.[19] He is regarded as one of the greatest mixed martial artists of all time.[20]Jones became the youngest champion in UFC history with his title victory over Maurício Rua at age 23.[21] He holds many UFC records in the light heavyweight division, including the most title defenses, most wins, and longest win streak.[22] He is also the only fighter ever to beat five former UFC champions consecutively.[23]
Opponents Defeated
- Ryan Bader
- Mauricio Rua
- Lyoto Machida
- Vitor Belfort
TOP 5 FINISHES BY JONES
“There is no way to completely fail unless you completely quit.”
~ Jon Jones