Who did Jon Jones lose to?

Jon Jones has only lost once in his UFC career and the decision still remains controversial ten years on. Jones was disqualified from his bout with Matt Hamill
Matt Hamill
Matthew Stanley Hamill (born October 5, 1976) is an American mixed martial artist and wrestler who has competed in the Light Heavyweight division of the UFC.
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at the The Ultimate Fighter Heavyweights Finale back in December 2009.
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Who did Jon Jones defeat?

On October 10, 2018, it was announced that Jones would return at UFC 232 on December 29, 2018, in a rematch with Alexander Gustafsson for the vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Jones defeated Gustafsson by technical knockout in the third round to win the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.
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Is Jon Jones undefeated?

#5 Jon Jones is virtually undefeated

With 26 wins and one loss (one no-contest), Jon Jones has one of the best records in MMA history. His record is made even more commendable by the fact that his only loss came via disqualification due to illegal elbows in a fight he was clearly winning (against Matt Hamill in 2009).
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Who did Jon Jones almost lose to?

Jon "Bones" Jones barely escaped UFC 165 with a victory and his light heavyweight title after the challenge of his life against Alexander Gustafsson. There's no question the end is near for his epic title reign.
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How many fights has Jon Jones lost in the UFC?

Jon Jones has only lost once in his UFC career and the decision still remains controversial ten years on. Jones was disqualified from his bout with Matt Hamill at the The Ultimate Fighter Heavyweights Finale back in December 2009. The reason for his disqualification was cited as being down to his 'illegal elbows'.
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The Only Loss of Jon Jones UFC Career - Breakdown



Is Jon Jones a goat?

While Khabib is hailed by many as a no-nonsense fighter right up there with the very best, a number of MMA fans have claimed Jones is just one title in a separate division shy of being firmly crowned the GOAT.
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Why is Jon Jones unbeatable?

He uses effective footwork and counter-striking to win rounds, and never really puts himself in danger. Jon Jones is a Muay-Thai practicing, Greco-Roman wrestling tank. Jones brings the fight to his opponents, and doesn't rely on their mistakes to capitalize. He can make his own offense.
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Has Jon Jones ever lost a round?

Fighting for the promotion since he was 21 years old, Jones has accumulated an impressive record of 20 wins out of his 22 bouts in the franchise. Besides a no-contest fight and only one loss, surrounded by controversy.
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Who is undefeated in UFC?

Alexander Romanov (15-0)

Alexander Romanov is the only undefeated heavyweight fighter in the UFC right now after Cyril Gane lost to Francis Ngannou last January.
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What is Jon Jones record?

Jon Jones : Official MMA Fight Record (26-1-0)
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Is Jon Jones the best UFC fighter ever?

There is no athlete in the promotion's storied history that really has a better case than Jones. The devil is in the details and there are many reasons why he is the greatest UFC fighter of all time. However, there are also grounds to believe his place as the UFC BOAT (best of all time) won't last forever.
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What style of fighter is Jon Jones?

Jon Jones is a purple belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and is more than adept at controlling a fight on the ground. He uses his reach to control his opponents on the floor and continues to look for opportunities to submit them.
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How good is Jon Jones grappling?

Jon Jones' grappling record is 5-0. The former UFC light heavyweight champion is a high-level grappler who has faced elite competition inside the UFC octagon.
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What does Khabib think of Jon Jones?

Khabib Ruthlessly Snubs Jon Jones As He Names The UFC's Pound-For-Pound King. Khabib Nurmagomedov has named the best fighter in the UFC, snubbing consensus pound-for-pound king Jon Jones. Former UFC light-heavyweight champion Jones is considered the best fighter in the promotion by fans and critics.
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Who is the goat of boxing?

1. Muhammad Ali. The Greatest was not only one of the best heavyweights of all time, he was also one of the most colorful. He won the gold medal at the 1960 Olympics and went on to become the first boxer to win the heavyweight title three times.
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How rich is Dana White?

Dana Frederick White Jr. (born July 28, 1969) is an American businessman who serves as president of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, a global mixed martial arts organization. In August 2019, White's net worth was estimated at $500 million.
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How did Jon Jones get his only loss?

Jones holds a 10-1 MMA record. His only loss was a disqualification to Matt Hamill at The Ultimate Fighter 10 Finale last December, where he threw a few illegal 12-6 elbows to Hamill's face.
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Is Matt Hamill deaf?

In an appearance on HD Net, Tito claimed that Hamill suffered from a soft head and poor equilibrium due to his deafness (Hamill was born deaf and learned to read lips and speak from his older siblings).
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Who would win Jon Jones vs Khabib?

They both will never fight in a match due to the vast difference in their weight classes, and so, it's left to us to debate and come to a conclusion. The first thing a fighter is judged on is their record. Khabib Nurmagomedov holds a perfect record of 29-0-0. He is undefeated, and it doesn't get any better than that.
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Who has khabib lost?

Watch 17-year-old Khabib Nurmagomedov burst into tears after losing one and only fight before becoming a UFC legend. Khabib Nurmagomedov officially retired from MMA for good in October 2020 having never tasted defeat after defeating Justin Gaethje at UFC 254.
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