News Jon Jones in talks of return. July way too soon...

[Eiger]

Not just too soon, but way too soon.

 

[Question]

What?
So this means he's gonna stay retired and most likely not coming back lol.
I remember him saying last year that we would aim to return during the second quarter of 2022, I had a feeling that was BS when I initially heard that.

 

[cooks1]

LOL.....july too soon for a guy that hasn't fought in over 2 years.

 

[avenue94]

Sounds like what happens when you're the promoter and you piss off not only your champion, but the 2 guys you want to fight for the interim belt. You reap what you sow. Hope the UFC pays out and we at lest get Jones/Stipe.

 

[Pancake Sprawl]

where's all the guys "he's going to run through Stipe and the entire HW division"?

 

[Sweater of AV]

Until I see a bout agreement I am assuming that he's retired.

I'm assuming he's retired until the door closes behind Buffer.

 

[markys00]

Did everyone read that wrong or is it just me. Sounded like Stipe wont be ready by July. Sherdog went full heel over the statement. Maybe just me

Where does it say stipe won't be ready?

 

[Portland8242]

LOL what a twat. I guess Stipe just isn't quite old enough for Jon to be comfortable fighting yet. Better wait 'til he's 41.

 

[Captain Herb]

<45><45><45>

But... he's going to be in peak condition in June and July. He said so.

 

[markys00]

Sounds like what happens when you're the promoter and you piss off not only your champion, but the 2 guys you want to fight for the interim belt. You reap what you sow. Hope the UFC pays out and we at lest get Jones/Stipe.

Wtf? Lol no, man. Just no. They can set up a title fight at any time. Plenty of fighters around

 

[HockeyBjj]

The big question is if this isnt July what the hell is gonna headline international fight week? No Conor, no Jones/Stipe and who knows if Usman's hand is ready. This could be a weak ass IFW event this year.

Dang good thought. And who's their next biggest star? Winner of Oliviera/Gaethje won't likely be ready. Volk just fought but he didn't take much damage. Still a quick turnaround for him or Yan.

Their only real hope is Israel. And then what, Figgy vs Moreno 4 for a co-main? Ouch.

 

[Captain Herb]

I think his HW run will just be a one and done.

I'd bet on a none and done

 

[You Will Vote For Dreyga]

Don’t be fooled Jones is retired

 

[JoeyJoeJoeJr]

I wonder if his suspension is up and he's just out of shape and needs time, or if his suspension isn't up yet

 

[TravisFrowne]

 

[BFoe]

“Too soon” <45><Lmaoo>
The fucker has been teasing moving to HW for like a decade. I guess 10+ years just isn’t enough time.

 

[BFoe]

Did everyone read that wrong or is it just me. Sounded like Stipe wont be ready by July. Sherdog went full heel over the statement. Maybe just me

It says it’s way too soon, especially if Stipe is involved. In other words, it’s too soon no matter who is involved, but especially so if Stipe is involved.

Jones’ camp is stating that it’s too soon for Jones, no matter what.

 

[Goodfella86]

He'll be 35 the next time he fights, if he does fight. He was still 32 when he fought Reyes. Time flies, and the sport moves on.

 

[xn7]

big win if jones can beat stipe in his prime

 

[Enigma87]

He’s gotta make sure he cycles off his roids before he starts getting tested again