:Jon Jones

Jones was born on July 19, 1987, in Rochester, New York.{{Cite web|url=https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/2016/04/18/jon-jones-reiterates-desire-fight-rochester/83194564/|title='Bones' Jones eager to fight in Rochester|last=Roth|first=Leo|website=Rochester Democrat and Chronicle|language=en|access-date=2020-04-02|archive-date=March 5, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210305141236/https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/sports/2016/04/18/jon-jones-reiterates-desire-fight-rochester/83194564/|url-status=live}} His father Arthur is a pastor at Mount Sinai Church of God in Christ in Binghamton, New York.{{Cite web|url=https://www.christianpost.com/news/jon-bones-jones-father-wanted-him-to-preach-not-join-ufc.html|title=Jon 'Bones' Jones' Father Wanted Him to Preach, Not Join UFC|website=www.christianpost.com|date=April 23, 2012|language=en|access-date=2020-04-02|archive-date=June 14, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210614142745/https://www.christianpost.com/news/jon-bones-jones-father-wanted-him-to-preach-not-join-ufc.html|url-status=live}} Arthur discouraged Jon's fighting career, "I wanted him to preach. I tried to discourage him from being a fighter. I told him you don't want to do that. You can do other things. Be a pastor." Jon's mother, Camille, died in 2017 at the age of 55, after a long battle with diabetes.{{Cite web|url=https://www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/2017/06/camille_jones_mother_of_chandler_arthur_and_jon_dead_at_55_due_to_diabetes.html|title=Camille Jones, Mom of Chandler, Art and Jon, dead at 55|date=2017-06-14|website=syracuse|language=en|access-date=2020-04-02|archive-date=November 12, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201112010612/https://www.syracuse.com/orangefootball/2017/06/camille_jones_mother_of_chandler_arthur_and_jon_dead_at_55_due_to_diabetes.html|url-status=live}}

Jon was one of four children. His older brother, Arthur, is a former American football defensive lineman who played for the Baltimore Ravens, Indianapolis Colts and Washington Redskins, while his younger brother, Chandler, last played as an outside linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders.{{cite web|url=http://www.syracuse.com/axeman/index.ssf/2012/04/post_95.html|title=For Chandler Jones, becoming a New England Patriot is just about perfect|last=Axe|first=Brent|date=April 27, 2012|publisher=Syracuse.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120430030205/http://www.syracuse.com/axeman/index.ssf/2012/04/post_95.html|archive-date=April 30, 2012|access-date=April 27, 2012}} His older sister, Carmen, died of a brain tumor before her 18th birthday.{{cite web|url=https://www.si.com/more-sports/2009/12/10/jones-disqualification|title=Jones seeks appeal in wake of 'Ultimate Fighter' disqualification|last=Fowlkes|first=Ben|date=December 10, 2009|publisher=SI.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110805035409/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2009/writers/ben_fowlkes/12/10/jones.disqualification/index.html|archive-date=August 5, 2011|access-date=September 16, 2024}}{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jetDVwhyGig|title=UFC In the Moment: Jon Jones - Full Episode|date=March 18, 2011 |publisher=YouTube.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110331084348/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jetDVwhyGig|archive-date=March 31, 2011|access-date=April 3, 2011}}

Before beginning his MMA career, Jones was a stand-out high school wrestler and state champion at Union-Endicott High School in Endicott, New York.{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/4910/ufc-newcomer-jon-jones-to-replace-tomasz-drawl-at-ufc-87.mma |title=UFC newcomer Jon Jones to replace Tomasz Drawl at UFC 87 |last=Stupp |first=Dann |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=July 28, 2008 |access-date=March 20, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111102181748/http://mmajunkie.com/news/4910/ufc-newcomer-jon-jones-to-replace-tomasz-drawl-at-ufc-87.mma |archive-date=November 2, 2011}} He also played football as a defensive lineman; due to his slight frame, his coach nicknamed him "Bones".{{cite web|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpPoXfh8ZuI|title=UFC 165 -- Jon Jones on his nickname "Bones" -- EA SPORTS UFC|author=EA Sports|publisher=YouTube|date=September 8, 2013|access-date=August 8, 2017|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160316134119/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpPoXfh8ZuI|archive-date=March 16, 2016|author-link=EA Sports}} Jones won a NJCAA wrestling national championship at Iowa Central Community College. After transferring to Morrisville State College{{cite news |url=http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/sports/inside_the_octagon/index.php/2011/06/22/sterling-on-similar-path-as-mentor-jon-jones/ |title=Sterling on similar path as mentor Jon Jones |last=Daniels |first=Mark |newspaper=Boston Herald|date=June 22, 2011 |access-date=December 10, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110824125116/http://www.bostonherald.com/blogs/sports/inside_the_octagon/index.php/2011/06/22/sterling-on-similar-path-as-mentor-jon-jones/ |archive-date=August 24, 2011}} to study Criminal Justice, he dropped out of college to begin his MMA career.{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/1/12-Questions-for-Jon-Jones-21220|title=Jon "Bones" Jones 12 Questions|first=Jack|last=Encarnacao|website=Sherdog|date=December 2, 2009|access-date=August 8, 2017|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170629181535/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/1/12-Questions-for-Jon-Jones-21220|archive-date=June 29, 2017}}

Jones made his professional MMA debut in April 2008. He amassed an undefeated record of 6–0 over a period of three months, finishing all of his opponents. In his last bout before signing with the UFC, Jones defeated Moyses Gabin at BCX 5 for the USKBA Light Heavyweight Championship. He won the fight via TKO in the second round.

Jones made his UFC debut against André Gusmão at UFC 87 on August 9, 2008. Jones had accepted the deal on two weeks' notice as a late replacement for Tomasz Drwal. Jones won via unanimous decision (30–27, 29–28, and 30–27), using takedowns and unorthodox striking, such as spinning elbows and a spinning back kick.{{cite web |url=http://sherdog.com/news/news/ufc-87-seek-and-destroy-play-by-play-13960 |title=UFC 87 'Seek and Destroy' Play by Play |work=Sherdog.com |date=September 9, 2009 |access-date=February 1, 2009 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090202045758/http://sherdog.com/news/news/ufc-87-seek-and-destroy-play-by-play-13960 |archive-date=February 2, 2009}}{{cite web |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/5075/for-jon-jones-upset-victory-proved-he-belongs-in-ufc.mma |title=For Jon Jones, upset victory proved he belongs in UFC |last=Morgan |first=John |publisher=MMAJunkie.com |date=August 16, 2008 |access-date=February 1, 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090108062131/http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/5075/for-jon-jones-upset-victory-proved-he-belongs-in-ufc.mma |archive-date=January 8, 2009 }}

In his second UFC match, Jones took on veteran Stephan Bonnar at UFC 94 on January 31, 2009. Jones secured multiple takedowns on Bonnar, even suplexing him to the mat, and connecting with a back elbow that hurt Bonnar badly. He appeared fatigued in the third round but won the fight by unanimous decision.{{cite web |url=http://sherdog.com/news/articles/st-pierre-stops-penn-after-fourth-16014 |title=St. Pierre Stops Penn After Fourth |last=Hall |first=Joe |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=February 1, 2009 |access-date=February 1, 2009 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090203192641/http://sherdog.com/news/articles/St-Pierre-Stops-Penn-After-Fourth-16014 |archive-date=February 3, 2009}}{{cite web |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/13879/penn-quits-before-final-round-st-pierre-keeps-belt-at-ufc-94.mma |title=Penn quits before final round, St. Pierre keeps belt at UFC 94 |last=Morgan |first=John |publisher=MMAJunkie.com |date=February 1, 2009 |access-date=February 1, 2009 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090202060243/http://mmajunkie.com/news/13879/penn-quits-before-final-round-st-pierre-keeps-belt-at-ufc-94.mma |archive-date=February 2, 2009 }}

Jones's third fight was against Jake O'Brien at UFC 100{{cite web |url=http://www.ufc.com/event/UFC-100/results |title=UFC 100 |publisher=UFC.com |access-date=April 9, 2009 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111012221003/http://www.ufc.com/event/UFC-100/results |archive-date=October 12, 2011}} on July 11, 2009. Jones controlled the majority of the match and eventually secured a modified guillotine choke, causing O'Brien to tap out.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-100-Live-Play-by-Play-18459 |title=UFC 100 Live Play-by-Play |website=Sherdog |date=July 12, 2009 |access-date=April 6, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110806081138/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-100-Live-Play-by-Play-18459 |archive-date=August 6, 2011}}{{cite web |url=http://www.ufc.com/media/100-JON-JONES-JAKE-O-BRIEN-PUT-TO-SLEEP |title=Jonny Bones puts Jake O'Brien to sleep at UFC 100 |publisher=UFC.com |date=September 7, 2009 |access-date=April 6, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110105141917/http://www.ufc.com/media/100-JON-JONES-JAKE-O-BRIEN-PUT-TO-SLEEP |archive-date=January 5, 2011}} In September 2009, Jones was rewarded for his victories by signing a new, four-fight contract with the UFC.{{cite web |url=http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Light-heavyweight-prospect-Jon-Jones-signs-new-contract-with-the-UFC.html|title=Light-heavyweight prospect Jon Jones signs new contract with the UFC|date=September 4, 2009|website=fiveknuckles.com|author=Jacob Camargo|url-status=usurped|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090906134000/http://www.fiveknuckles.com/mma-news/Light-heavyweight-prospect-Jon-Jones-signs-new-contract-with-the-UFC.html|archive-date=September 6, 2009}}

On December 5, 2009, Jones fought fellow light heavyweight prospect Matt Hamill at The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights Finale. Jones used his wrestling to dominate Hamill, dislocating Hamill's shoulder with a takedown, and battering him with strikes. However, Jones would be disqualified for the use of illegal 12–6 elbows.{{cite web|date=December 5, 2009|title=Jones loses controversial disqualification to Hamill|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/mma/blog/cagewriter/post/Jones-loses-controversial-disqualification-to-Ha?urn=mma,206949|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120518173431/http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/blog/cagewriter/post/Jones-loses-controversial-disqualification-to-Ha?urn=mma%2C206949|archive-date=May 18, 2012|access-date=March 25, 2012|publisher=Sports.Yahoo.com}} The Unified Rules of Mixed Martial Arts prohibited downward elbow strikes, and Jones was initially only penalized a point from the round. However, Hamill was unable to continue due to his dislocated shoulder.{{cite web |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/17108/matt-hamill-suffered-dislocated-shoulder-at-the-ultimate-fighter-10-finale.mma |title=Matt Hamill suffered dislocated shoulder at The Ultimate Fighter 10 Finale (Updated) |date=December 6, 2009 |publisher=MMAJunkie.com |access-date=March 25, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091209030219/http://mmajunkie.com/news/17108/matt-hamill-suffered-dislocated-shoulder-at-the-ultimate-fighter-10-finale.mma |archive-date=December 9, 2009 }} Consequently, the replay simulation was reviewed, and showed that Jones's elbows further damaged Hamill's already bloody and lacerated nose. This marked the first time that Nevada has used its recently enacted instant replay rule, in which the referee's decision was supported by the commission, which utilized a slow-motion replay to review the elbows.{{cite news |url=http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2009/dec/06/instant-replay-used-first-time-jon-jones-disqualif/ |title=Instant replay used for the first time in Nevada fight during Jon Jones disqualification |last=Okamoto |first=Brett |newspaper=Las Vegas Sun |date=December 6, 2009 |access-date=February 14, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120512041357/http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2009/dec/06/instant-replay-used-first-time-jon-jones-disqualif/ |archive-date=May 12, 2012}} UFC president Dana White was aggrieved that referee Steve Mazagatti ruled the bout as a disqualification, which resulted in a loss for Jones, saying that it should have been a no contest.{{cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8uUQTXnQfQ |title=Dana White Previews Jon Jones vs Daniel Cormier |date=December 30, 2014|access-date=July 12, 2015|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150110201738/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8uUQTXnQfQ|archive-date=January 10, 2015 |work=YouTube|url-status=live}} In 2019, White said he was still attempting to have the result overturned to a no contest by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/6/26/18717372/dana-white-wants-to-get-jon-jones-disqualification-loss-from-2009-overturned|title=Dana White wants to get Jon Jones' disqualification loss from 2009 overturned|last=Martin|first=Damon|date=2019-06-26|website=MMA Fighting|language=en|access-date=2020-04-02|archive-date=November 7, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201107235559/https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/6/26/18717372/dana-white-wants-to-get-jon-jones-disqualification-loss-from-2009-overturned|url-status=live}}

Jones fought Brandon Vera on March 21, 2010, at UFC Live: Vera vs. Jones.{{cite news |url=http://www.ufc.com/news/VERA-AND-JONES-HEADLINE-FIRST-UFC-FIGHT-ON-VERSUS |title=Vera and Jones headline first UFC fight on Versus |publisher=UFC.com |date=January 10, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120614033129/http://www.ufc.com/news/VERA-AND-JONES-HEADLINE-FIRST-UFC-FIGHT-ON-VERSUS |archive-date=June 14, 2012}} He won the fight by TKO after an elbow to Vera's face followed up with various punches in the first round.{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/18393/ufc-on-versus-1-main-card-recap-jones-dominates-vera-dos-santos-kos-gonzaga.mma |title=UFC on Versus 1 main card recap: Jones dominates Vera, Dos Santos KOs Gonzaga |last1=Morgan |first1=John |last2=Stupp |first2=Dann |publisher=MMAJunkie.com |date=March 21, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100819123329/http://mmajunkie.com/news/18393/ufc-on-versus-1-main-card-recap-jones-dominates-vera-dos-santos-kos-gonzaga.mma |archive-date=August 19, 2010 }} The elbow delivered to stop the fight also broke Vera's face in three places.{{cite web |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/mma/blog/cagewriter/post/Ouch-Vera-s-face-broken-from-Jones-elbow?urn=mma,229381 |title=Ouch! Vera's face broken from Jones elbow |last=Hendricks |first=Maggie |publisher=Sports.Yahoo.com |date=March 22, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100326014204/http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/blog/cagewriter/post/Ouch-Vera-s-face-broken-from-Jones-elbow?urn=mma%2C229381 |archive-date=March 26, 2010}} Jones also won the "Knockout of the Night" award.{{cite news |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-Bonuses-Jones-Dos-Santos-Howard-Guida-Earn-50K-23372 |title=UFC Bonuses: Jones, Dos Santos, Howard, Guida Earn $50K |last=Knapp |first=Brian |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=March 21, 2010 |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100325174229/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-Bonuses-Jones-Dos-Santos-Howard-Guida-Earn-50K-23372 |archive-date=March 25, 2010}}

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Jones defeated former IFL Light Heavyweight Champion Vladimir Matyushenko by TKO with elbows in 1:52 of the first round on August 1, 2010, at UFC Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko.{{cite web |url=https://www.sbnation.com/2010/4/28/1449519/vladimir-matyushenko-expected-to |title=Vladimir Matyushenko expected to face Jon Jones at UFC on Versus 2 |last=Brookhouse |first=Brent |publisher=SBNation.com |date=April 28, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110716012321/http://www.sbnation.com/2010/4/28/1449519/vladimir-matyushenko-expected-to |archive-date=July 16, 2011}} Dana White promised Jones a "huge step-up in the competition", if he managed to defeat Matyushenko.{{cite web |last=Cassidy |first=Daniel |date=August 2010 |title=Dana White promises Jon Jones bigger opponenets [sic], if he gets past Matyushenko |url=http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Dana-White-promises-Jones-bigger-opponenets-if-he-gets-past-Matyushenko-9309 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20100915132734/http://www.lowkick.com/UFC/Dana-White-promises-Jones-bigger-opponenets-if-he-gets-past-Matyushenko-9309 |archive-date=September 15, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |publisher=LowKick.com}} Following the match with Matyushenko, White said, "Vladimir Matyushenko is a guy who I have a lot of respect for and I didn't think it was going to happen that easy. Jones is the real deal and he just catapulted himself tonight into the top eight in the world. Tonight solidified it. ... He's got to keep his head together, stay focused and keep doing all the right things in training. He's smart, good looking and bad-ass. He's going to make a lot of money—this kid is going to do very well."{{cite web |url=http://www.mmamania.com/2010/8/2/1600492/jon-jones-next-fight-against-one |title=Jon Jones next fight against 'one of the top eight guys in the world' |publisher=MMAMania.com |date=August 2, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110714104401/http://www.mmamania.com/2010/8/2/1600492/jon-jones-next-fight-against-one |archive-date=July 14, 2011}}

After defeating Matyushenko, Jones stated that he wanted a "top-three opponent" for his next fight.{{cite web |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/20129/ufc-phenom-jon-jones-wants-top-three-opponent-next-but-will-settle-for-james-toney.mma |title=UFC phenom Jon Jones wants top-three opponent next but will settle for James Toney |last=Morgan |first=John |publisher=MMAJunkie.com |date=August 2, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110831024810/http://mmajunkie.com/news/20129/ufc-phenom-jon-jones-wants-top-three-opponent-next-but-will-settle-for-james-toney.mma |archive-date=August 31, 2011 }} Jones mentioned in an interview with Inside MMA that he would be facing the winner of Antônio Rogério Nogueira vs. Ryan Bader.{{cite web |url=http://www.mmamania.com/2010/8/29/1657183/jones-to-get-winner-of-bader-lil |title=UFC Quick Quote: Jon Jones waiting for the winner of Ryan Bader vs Rogerio Nogueira |publisher=MMAMania.com |date=August 30, 2010 |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110104233458/http://www.mmamania.com/2010/8/29/1657183/jones-to-get-winner-of-bader-lil |archive-date=January 4, 2011}} Reports that Jones had previously been offered a match with Nogueira, but turned it down,{{cite web |url=http://www.wrestling-radio.com/feed_MMA-309-Jon_Jones_Turned_Down_Fight_With_Rogerio_Nogueira_.php |title=Jon Jones Turned Down Fight With Rogerio Nogueira At UFC 114 |last=Santiago |first=Corey |publisher=WrestlingNewsSource.com |date=May 12, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111002162608/http://www.wrestling-radio.com/feed_MMA-309-Jon_Jones_Turned_Down_Fight_With_Rogerio_Nogueira_.php |archive-date=October 2, 2011 }} turned out to be false.{{cite web |url=http://www.cagepotato.com/jones-didn%E2%80%99t-appreciate-reports-he-turned-down-lil-nog-fight-%E2%80%A6-even-though-he-totally-would-have |title=Jones Didn't Appreciate Reports He Turned Down Lil Nog Fight ... Even Though He Totally Would Have |access-date=April 3, 2011 |publisher=CagePotato.com |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110412124054/http://www.cagepotato.com/jones-didn%E2%80%99t-appreciate-reports-he-turned-down-lil-nog-fight-%E2%80%A6-even-though-he-totally-would-have/ |archive-date=April 12, 2011}} In the Inside MMA interview, Jones also stated that he had been informed by Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta that if he finished his next two fights, he would likely receive a title shot.

White soon confirmed that Jones would face the undefeated Ultimate Fighter winner Ryan Bader, on February 5, 2011, at UFC 126.{{cite news |url=http://mmaweekly.com/dana-white-confirms-jones-vs-bader-ufc-126 |title=Dana White Confirms Jones vs. Bader for UFC 126 |last=Martin |first=Damon |newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |publisher=MMAWeekly.com |date=October 26, 2010 |access-date=April 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110329042256/http://mmaweekly.com/dana-white-confirms-jones-vs-bader-ufc-126 |archive-date=March 29, 2011}} Jones handed Bader his first professional loss by defeating him via submission due to a guillotine choke in the second round after dominating Bader in the first round. Jones was awarded the "Submission of the Night" bonus.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-126-Bonuses-Silva-Jones-Cerrone-Kelly-Bank-75K-29957 |title=UFC 126 Bonuses: Silva, Jones, Cerrone, Kelly Bank $75K |last=Knapp |first=Brian |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=February 5, 2011 |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110209030519/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-126-Bonuses-Silva-Jones-Cerrone-Kelly-Bank-75K-29957 |archive-date=February 9, 2011}}

Immediately after the bout with Bader, it was revealed that title contender and Jones's training partner Rashad Evans had sustained a knee injury in training, and would not be able to compete in his scheduled match with UFC light heavyweight champion Maurício "Shogun" Rua. Jones was told by Joe Rogan in the post-fight interview that he would replace Evans in the fight for the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/22361/rashad-evans-hurt-jon-jones-now-challenges-shogun-rua-for-title-at-ufc-128.mma|title=Rashad Evans injured, Jon Jones now challenges "Shogun" Rua for title at UFC 128|last=Morgan|first=John|date=February 5, 2011|publisher=MMAJunkie.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://archive.today/20120525142117/http://mmajunkie.com/news/22361/rashad-evans-hurt-jon-jones-now-challenges-shogun-rua-for-title-at-ufc-128.mma|archive-date=May 25, 2012|access-date=April 4, 2011}} On March 19, 2011, at UFC 128, Jones defeated Rua by TKO at 2:37 of Round 3, becoming the youngest ever UFC champion. After an early flying knee that badly hurt the champion, Shogun was dominated throughout the three rounds. A body shot and knee to the head dropped the champion to his knees, causing the referee to step in and halt the match.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-128-Results/-Live-Play-by-Play-30786 |title=UFC 128 Results & Live Play-by-Play |website=Sherdog |date=March 19, 2011 |access-date=June 2, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110806111750/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-128-Results/-Live-Play-by-Play-30786 |archive-date=August 6, 2011}}

Jones's first title defense was expected to be on August 6, 2011, at UFC 133 against Rashad Evans,{{cite web |url=http://www.ufc.com/news/ufc-133-fight-card-updates |title=UFC 133 fight card updates |publisher=UFC.com |access-date=April 18, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120427231153/http://www.ufc.com/news/ufc-133-fight-card-updates |archive-date=April 27, 2012}} his former friend and teammate,{{cite web |url=https://www.latimes.com/sports/sportsnow/la-sp-sn-evans-sets-sights-on-jones-20120417,0,2248911.story |title=Rashad Evans sets sights on former training partner Jon Jones |last=Martin |first=Todd |work=Los Angeles Times |date=April 16, 2012 |access-date=April 18, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120420023922/http://www.latimes.com/sports/sportsnow/la-sp-sn-evans-sets-sights-on-jones-20120417%2C0%2C2248911.story |archive-date=April 20, 2012}} but Jones was sidelined with a hand injury.{{cite news|url=http://mmaweekly.com/jon-bones-jones-injured-rashad-evans-faces-phil-davis-at-ufc-133|title=Jon "Bones" Jones Injured, Rashad Evans Faces Phil Davis at UFC 133|newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |publisher=MMAWeekly.com|date=April 25, 2011|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110831015824/http://mmaweekly.com/jon-bones-jones-injured-rashad-evans-faces-phil-davis-at-ufc-133|archive-date=August 31, 2011}} It was initially announced that the hand injury would require surgery, but Jones opted for rest and rehabilitation without surgery after further consultations with doctors.{{cite web |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/05/13/jon-jones-elects-to-not-have-surgery-on-injured-hand/ |title=Jon Jones Elects to Not Have Surgery on Injured Hand |last=Helwani |first=Ariel |publisher=MMAFighting.com |date=May 13, 2011 |access-date=May 16, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110515182221/http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/05/13/jon-jones-elects-to-not-have-surgery-on-injured-hand/ |archive-date=May 15, 2011}} Jones's injury was originally thought to keep him out of action until late 2011,{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/24004/as-expected-champ-jones-and-challenger-rampage-headline-ufc-135.mma |title=As expected, champ Jon Jones and challenger "Rampage" Jackson headline UFC 135. |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=June 15, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110618205937/http://mmajunkie.com/news/24004/as-expected-champ-jones-and-challenger-rampage-headline-ufc-135.mma |archive-date=June 18, 2011 }} but he instead made his first title defense against Quinton Jackson on September 24, 2011, at UFC 135. Jones defeated Jackson via rear naked choke submission at 1:14 in the 4th round.{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/25390/ufc-135-main-card-results-jones-chokes-out-rampage-koschecks-kos-hughes.mma |title=UFC 135 main-card results: Jones chokes out 'Rampage,' Koschecks KOs Hughes |last1=Stupp |first1=Dann |last2=Morgan |first2=John |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=September 24, 2011 |access-date=May 24, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110927055937/http://mmajunkie.com/news/25390/ufc-135-main-card-results-jones-chokes-out-rampage-koschecks-kos-hughes.mma |archive-date=September 27, 2011 }} In the process, he became the first UFC fighter to submit Jackson. In 2012, Jones said that this was his favorite fight up to that point.{{cite web |url=http://www.bigpondsport.com/the-jones-boy/tabid/91/newsid/95565/default.aspx |title=The Jones boy |last=Winkler |first=Michael |publisher=BigPond Sport |date=September 20, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121018165833/http://www.bigpondsport.com/the-jones-boy/tabid/91/newsid/95565/default.aspx |archive-date=October 18, 2012 }}

Jones vs. Evans was in the works for a second time, and a bout was targeted for December 10, 2011, at UFC 140.{{cite news |url= http://mmajunkie.com/news/25548/jon-jones-vs-rashad-evans-targeted-for-ufc-140-headliner-in-toronto.mma |title= Jones vs. Evans targeted for UFC 140, UFC boss says fight not happening |date=October 6, 2011 |access-date=October 6, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111007071122/http://mmajunkie.com/news/25548/jon-jones-vs-rashad-evans-targeted-for-ufc-140-headliner-in-toronto.mma |archive-date=October 7, 2011 |work=MMAjunkie.com}} However, a lingering thumb injury cost another title opportunity for Evans, and Jones instead faced Lyoto Machida at the same event.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/25561/ufc-140-headliner-features-champ-jon-jones-vs-lyoto-machida.mma |title=UFC 140 headliner features champ Jon Jones vs. Lyoto Machida |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=October 7, 2011 |access-date=October 7, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111007055918/http://mmajunkie.com/news/25561/ufc-140-headliner-features-champ-jon-jones-vs-lyoto-machida.mma |archive-date=October 7, 2011}}

Jones successfully defended the light heavyweight title at UFC 140, stopping Machida at 4:26 of the second round via guillotine choke technical submission.{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/26497/ufc-140-results-jon-jones-vs-lyoto-machida.mma |title=UFC 140 results: Champ Jon Jones tested, but chokes out Lyoto Machida |last1=Stupp |first1=Dann |last2=Morgan |first2=John |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=December 10, 2011 |access-date=December 10, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120129101532/http://mmajunkie.com/news/26497/ufc-140-results-jon-jones-vs-lyoto-machida.mma |archive-date=January 29, 2012 }} This was the first submission loss in Machida's career.

Jones faced his arch rival and former teammate Rashad Evans on April 21, 2012, at UFC 145, and won via unanimous decision (49–46, 49–46, and 50–45).{{cite web |url=http://www.ajc.com/sports/jones-dominates-evans-at-1423576.html |title=Jones dominates Evans at UFC 145 |last=Roberson |first=Doug |publisher=The Atlanta Journal-Constitution |date=April 22, 2012 |access-date=April 25, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120424225103/http://www.ajc.com/sports/jones-dominates-evans-at-1423576.html |archive-date=April 24, 2012}} During the UFC 145 post fight press conference, Dana White confirmed that Jones's next opponent would be Dan Henderson.{{cite web |url=https://vancouversun.com/sports/Jones+Henderson+eyed+Calgary+after+changes+Brazil+card/6510454/story.html |title=UFC 149: Jon Jones-Dan Henderson eyed for Calgary after changes to Brazil card |last=Deibert |first=Dave |publisher=VancouverSun.com |date=April 24, 2012 |access-date=April 27, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120429045739/http://www.vancouversun.com/sports/Jones%2BHenderson%2Beyed%2BCalgary%2Bafter%2Bchanges%2BBrazil%2Bcard/6510454/story.html |archive-date=April 29, 2012 }} The Jones-Henderson fight was expected to take place at UFC 151, but Henderson pulled out of the bout due to injuries.{{cite web |url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1308862-jon-jones-does-what-even-new-york-couldnt-forces-the-ufc-to-cancel-an-event |title=Jon Jones Does What Even Politicians Couldn't: Forces the UFC to Cancel an Event |website=Bleacher Report |date=August 23, 2012 |last=Snowden|first=Jonathan |access-date=August 23, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120825034604/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1308862-jon-jones-does-what-even-new-york-couldnt-forces-the-ufc-to-cancel-an-event |archive-date=August 25, 2012}}{{cite web |date=August 23, 2012 |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/8296483/ufc-151-canceled-due-dan-henderson-injury |title=Dana White cancels UFC 151 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=August 23, 2012 |last=McNeil |first=Franklin |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120823224315/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/8296483/ufc-151-canceled-due-dan-henderson-injury |archive-date=August 23, 2012}} Jones then refused a late replacement fight with Chael Sonnen after his coach Greg Jackson told him with three training days left, it would be difficult to prepare.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/radio/Breen-Greg-Jackson-Responds-to-Dana-White-2729 |title=Breen: Greg Jackson Responds to Dana White |website=Sherdog |access-date=September 24, 2012 |date=August 23, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121016095927/http://www.sherdog.com/radio/Breen-Greg-Jackson-Responds-to-Dana-White-2729 |archive-date=October 16, 2012}} UFC 151 was then subsequently canceled, the first cancelation in the company's 19-year history.{{cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/8296483/ufc-151-canceled-due-dan-henderson-injury|title=Dana White cancels UFC 151|date=August 23, 2012|work=ESPN|author=Franklin McNeil}}

Jones's decision to decline the fight against Sonnen was criticized by UFC president Dana White, who said, "This is one of the most selfish, disgusting decisions that doesn't just affect you. This is affecting 16 other lives, their families, kids are going back to school. The list goes on and on of all the things, the money that was spent for fighters to train and the list goes on and on. Like I said, I don't think this is going to make Jon Jones popular with the fans, sponsors, cable distributors, television network executives or other fighters."{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/8/24/3263543/morning-report-dana-white-ufc-151-canceled-event-jon-jones-greg-jackson-murdered|title=Morning Report: Dana White Declares UFC 151 the 'Event Jon Jones and Greg Jackson Murdered'|last=Al-Shatti|first=Shaun|date=August 24, 2012|publisher=MMAFighting.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140919114805/http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/8/24/3263543/morning-report-dana-white-ufc-151-canceled-event-jon-jones-greg-jackson-murdered|archive-date=September 19, 2014|access-date=August 9, 2014}} However, Jones was defended by MMA analysts, who criticized White for promoting a thin card.{{cite web |last=Fowlkes |first=Ben |date=2012-08-25 |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/30365/a-guide-to-playing-a-complex-blame-game-in-the-wake-of-ufc-151s-cancellation.mma |title=A guide to playing a complex blame game in the wake of UFC 151's cancellation |publisher=MMAjunkie.com |access-date=2012-08-25}} It was later reported that Henderson was injured three weeks prior to the announcement, but kept the injury under wraps as he was still hoping to compete.{{cite web |url=http://lowkick.blitzcorner.com/UFC/dan-henderson-was-injured-3-weeks-ago-but-was-still-willing-to-fight-jones-17047 |title=Dan Henderson injured 3 weeks ago, but was still willing to fight Jones |publisher=LowKick.com |access-date=September 24, 2012 |last=Drahota |first=Mike |date=August 25, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120927081656/http://lowkick.blitzcorner.com/UFC/dan-henderson-was-injured-3-weeks-ago-but-was-still-willing-to-fight-jones-17047 |archive-date=September 27, 2012 }}

A rematch with Lyoto Machida was then announced for September 22, 2012, at UFC 152.{{cite news |url=https://www.usatoday.com/sports/mma/post/2012-08-24/vitor-belfort-replaces-lyoto-machida-vs-jon-jones-at-ufc-152/830688/1 |title=Vitor Belfort replaces Lyoto Machida vs. Jon Jones at UFC 152 |newspaper=USAToday.com |date=August 24, 2012 |access-date=September 24, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120903153606/http://www.usatoday.com/sports/mma/post/2012-08-24/vitor-belfort-replaces-lyoto-machida-vs-jon-jones-at-ufc-152/830688/1 |archive-date=September 3, 2012}} Lyoto Machida, who was not contacted prior to the announcement, rejected the fight due to the lack of time to train before the bout.{{cite web |url=http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_14228.shtml |title=Manager explains why Lyoto Machida turned down Jon Jones rematch at UFC 152 |publisher=MMATorch.com |last=Penick |first=Jamie |date=August 25, 2012 |access-date=September 24, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120927215655/http://www.mmatorch.com/artman2/publish/UFC_2/article_14228.shtml |archive-date=September 27, 2012}} Jones, instead, defended the championship against Vitor Belfort on September 22, 2012, at UFC 152. Jones opened as a massive favorite (13-to-1) coming into the bout.{{cite news |last=Stupp|first=Dann |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/30361/the-oddessa-line-champ-jones-opens-as-13-to-1-favorite-over-belfort-at-ufc-152.mma |title=The Oddessa Line: Champ Jones opens as 13-to-1 favorite over Belfort at UFC 152 |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=August 24, 2012 |access-date=August 24, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120827022540/http://mmajunkie.com/news/30361/the-oddessa-line-champ-jones-opens-as-13-to-1-favorite-over-belfort-at-ufc-152.mma |archive-date=August 27, 2012 }} {{Quote box

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}} Despite almost being submitted via armbar in round one, Jones successfully defended the belt against Belfort via Americana submission in round four,{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Champion-Jon-Jones-Taps-Vitor-Belfort-in-UFC-152-Main-Event-Mighty-Mouse-Crowned-at-125-45843 |title=Champion Jon Jones Taps Vitor Belfort in UFC 152 Main Event; 'Mighty Mouse' Crowned at 125 |website=Sherdog |date=September 22, 2012 |last=Knapp |first=Brian |access-date=September 24, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120925032816/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Champion-Jon-Jones-Taps-Vitor-Belfort-in-UFC-152-Main-Event-Mighty-Mouse-Crowned-at-125-45843 |archive-date=September 25, 2012}}{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/30656/ufc-152-play-by-play-and-live-results.mma |title=UFC 152 play by play and live results |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=September 22, 2012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120920125604/http://mmajunkie.com/news/30656/ufc-152-play-by-play-and-live-results.mma |archive-date=September 20, 2012 }} and equaled Chuck Liddell's number of title defenses.{{cite web |title=Most consecutive UFC title defenses |url=http://www.fightmatrix.com/ufc-records/title-defenses/ |publisher=FightMatrix.com |access-date=January 10, 2013 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130116063153/http://www.fightmatrix.com/ufc-records/title-defenses/ |archive-date=January 16, 2013}}{{cite web |last=Sampson |first=Kevin |title=UFC 152: Jon Jones and the Greatest Light Heavyweights Ever by the Numbers |url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1345945-ufc-152-jon-jones-and-the-greatest-light-heavyweights-of-ever-by-the-numbers |website=Bleacher Report |access-date=January 10, 2013 |date=September 24, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121107044043/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1345945-ufc-152-jon-jones-and-the-greatest-light-heavyweights-of-ever-by-the-numbers |archive-date=November 7, 2012}} Jones also won a $65,000 Submission of the Night bonus for his finish of Belfort.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-152-Bonuses-Jon-Jones-Cub-Swanson-TJ-Grant-Evan-Dunham-Pocket-3665K-Each-45853 |title=UFC 152 Bonuses: Jon Jones, Cub Swanson, T.J. Grant, Evan Dunham Pocket $65K Each |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=September 22, 2012 |last=Whitman |first=Mike |access-date=September 23, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120925032843/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-152-Bonuses-Jon-Jones-Cub-Swanson-TJ-Grant-Evan-Dunham-Pocket-3665K-Each-45853 |archive-date=September 25, 2012}}

Jones was chosen to coach opposite Chael Sonnen on Season 17 of the Ultimate Fighter. With a bout between the coaches taking place on April 27, 2013, at UFC 159.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/news/31166/jon-jones-and-chael-sonnen-to-coach-the-ultimate-fighter-17-fight-on-april-27.mma |title=Jon Jones and Chael Sonnen to coach 'The Ultimate Fighter 17,' fight on April 27 |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=October 16, 2012 |access-date=October 16, 2012 |author=Staff |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20121017233159/http://mmajunkie.com/news/31166/jon-jones-and-chael-sonnen-to-coach-the-ultimate-fighter-17-fight-on-april-27.mma |archive-date=October 17, 2012}}

Jones displayed a lack of interest in the bout and actively downplayed the contest, making it clear that he did not believe Sonnen was a fit contender. In an interview, Sonnen did his best to garner interest in the bout, but Jones gave him the "silent treatment", and refused to make eye contact.{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1604933-why-is-jon-jones-refusing-to-promote-his-ufc-159-fight-with-chael-sonnen|title=Why Is Jon Jones Refusing to Promote His UFC 159 Fight with Chael Sonnen?|website=Bleacher Report|date=April 15, 2013|access-date=April 15, 2013|last=Snowden|first=Johnathan|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130416182220/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1604933-why-is-jon-jones-refusing-to-promote-his-ufc-159-fight-with-chael-sonnen|archive-date=April 16, 2013}} Jones made quick work of his challenger, finishing Sonnen via TKO in the first round. However, he broke the phalanx (big toe) on his left foot during the fight.{{cite news|url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/ufc-159-results-jon-jones-chael-sonnened-chael-sonnen-for-the-win|title=UFC 159 Results: Jon Jones "Chael Sonnened" Chael Sonnen for the Win|publisher=mmaweekly.com|date=April 28, 2013|access-date=May 1, 2013|last=McKinnell|first=Ryan|newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130501092300/http://www.mmaweekly.com/ufc-159-results-jon-jones-chael-sonnened-chael-sonnen-for-the-win|archive-date=May 1, 2013}}{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1621382-ufc-159-results-heres-that-photo-of-jon-jones-broken-toe|title=UFC 159 Results: Jon Jones Breaks Toe Badly in Win vs. Chael Sonnen|website=Bleacher Report|date=April 28, 2013|access-date=May 1, 2013|last=McKinley|first=Noble|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130430235824/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1621382-ufc-159-results-heres-that-photo-of-jon-jones-broken-toe|archive-date=April 30, 2013}}{{cite web|url=http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/mma/news/20130430/ufc-159-jon-jones-chael-sonnen-broken-toe/|title=Despite beatdown, Chael Sonnen was 27 seconds away from the title|publisher=CNN Sports Illustrated|date=April 30, 2013|access-date=May 1, 2013|last=Wagenheim|first=Jeff|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130504032500/http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/mma/news/20130430/ufc-159-jon-jones-chael-sonnen-broken-toe/|archive-date=May 4, 2013}}{{cite web|url=http://www.5thround.com/145493/chael-sonnen-came-within-27-seconds-of-beating-jon-jones-at-ufc-159/|title=Chael Sonnen Came Within 27 Seconds of Beating Jon Jones at UFC 159|publisher=5thround.com|date=April 28, 2013|access-date=May 1, 2013|last=Ngo|first=Tom|url-status=usurped|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130430234538/http://www.5thround.com/145493/chael-sonnen-came-within-27-seconds-of-beating-jon-jones-at-ufc-159/|archive-date=April 30, 2013}} With the win, Jones tied Tito Ortiz for having most consecutive title defenses in UFC light heavyweight history.{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/video/clip?id=9223643&categoryid=2378529 |title=MMA Live Extra: Jones Ties Ortiz - ESPN Video - ESPN |publisher=ESPN |date=April 29, 2013 |access-date=May 6, 2013 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130502003129/http://espn.go.com/video/clip?id=9223643&categoryid=2378529 |archive-date=May 2, 2013}}

Jones faced Alexander Gustafsson on September 21, 2013, at UFC 165.{{cite news |last1=Stupp |first1=Dann |last2=Erickson |first2=Matt |date=June 13, 2013 |title=Champ Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson to headline UFC 165 in Toronto |work=MMAjunkie.com |url=http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/06/champ-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-to-headline-ufc-165-in-toronto |url-status=live |access-date=June 13, 2013 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130616145723/http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/06/champ-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-to-headline-ufc-165-in-toronto |archive-date=June 16, 2013}} Jones was badly cut above the eye during the first round,{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782802-ufc-165-doctor-wanted-to-stop-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-due-to-cut|title=UFC 165: Doctor Wanted to Stop Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson Due to Cut|website=Bleacher Report|date=September 22, 2013|first=Steven |last=Rondina|access-date=September 22, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925031715/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782802-ufc-165-doctor-wanted-to-stop-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-due-to-cut|archive-date=September 25, 2013}} but he won the back-and-forth fight via unanimous decision (48–47, 48–47, and 49–46). After the match, Jones said Gustafsson gave him the toughest fight of his career, and both were sent to the hospital for their injuries.{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782784-ufc-165-result-jon-jones-looks-human-sent-to-hospital-after-close-decision-win|title=Jon Jones Looks Human, Sent to Hospital After Close Decision Win at UFC 165|website=Bleacher Report|date=September 22, 2013|first=Jonathan |last=Snowden|access-date=September 22, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130924094828/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782784-ufc-165-result-jon-jones-looks-human-sent-to-hospital-after-close-decision-win|archive-date=September 24, 2013}} Both men suffered lacerations and facial swelling, but were released from the hospital with no broken bones or serious injuries.{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1783188-alexander-gustafsson-posts-hospital-photo-with-jon-jones-following-ufc-165|title=Alexander Gustafsson Posts Hospital Photo with Jon Jones Following UFC 165|website=Bleacher Report|date=September 22, 2013|first=Steven |last=Rondina|access-date=September 23, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925031317/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1783188-alexander-gustafsson-posts-hospital-photo-with-jon-jones-following-ufc-165|archive-date=September 25, 2013}}{{cite web|last1=Stupp|first1=Dann|last2=Bohn|first2=Mike|title=UFC 165's Jon Jones and Alexander Gustafsson released from hospital|url=http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/09/ufc-165s-jon-jones-and-alexander-gustafsson-released-from-hospital|access-date=September 23, 2013|newspaper=MMAjunkie.com|date=September 23, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925020814/http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/09/ufc-165s-jon-jones-and-alexander-gustafsson-released-from-hospital|archive-date=September 25, 2013}} The bout earned both fighters the Fight of the Night bonus award.{{cite news |url=http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/09/ufc-165-bonuses-jones-gustafsson-barao-gagnon-earn-50000-honors |title=UFC 165 bonuses: Jones, Gustafsson, Barao, Gagnon earn $50,000 honors |work=MMAjunkie.com |date=September 22, 2013 |access-date=September 22, 2013 |author=Staff |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130923090541/http://www.mmajunkie.com/news/2013/09/ufc-165-bonuses-jones-gustafsson-barao-gagnon-earn-50000-honors |archive-date=September 23, 2013}} The match received numerous positive reviews: "an epic battle",{{cite news|last=Iole|first=Kevin|title=Jon Jones' gritty win over Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165 should shut up critics, win him fans|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/news/mma--ufc-165-jon-jones-gritty-win-over-alexander-gustafsson-073016018.html|access-date=September 21, 2013|newspaper=Sports.Yahoo.com|date=September 22, 2013|quote=The final round was an epic battle|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925160643/http://sports.yahoo.com/news/mma--ufc-165-jon-jones-gritty-win-over-alexander-gustafsson-073016018.html|archive-date=September 25, 2013}}{{cite news|last=Davies|first=Gareth|title=Jon Jones wins epic UFC 165 battle with Alex Gustafsson in fight MMA fans calling the greatest ever seen|url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/ufc/10326484/Jon-Jones-wins-epic-UFC-165-battle-with-Alex-Gustafsson-in-fight-MMA-fans-calling-the-greatest-ever-seen.html|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=Telegraph.co.uk|date=September 22, 2013|quote=Both Jon Jones and Alex Gustafsson were hospitalised after their epic five-round battle in which the American retained the UFC light heavyweight title|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925025900/http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/othersports/ufc/10326484/Jon-Jones-wins-epic-UFC-165-battle-with-Alex-Gustafsson-in-fight-MMA-fans-calling-the-greatest-ever-seen.html|archive-date=September 25, 2013}} "instant-classic",{{cite news|last=Keefer|first=Case|title=Jones, Gustafsson could reprise instant-classic bout after hospital stints|url=http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/sep/22/jon-jones-alexander-gustafsson-could-reprise-insta/|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=LasVegasSun.com|date=September 22, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130924100445/http://www.lasvegassun.com/news/2013/sep/22/jon-jones-alexander-gustafsson-could-reprise-insta/|archive-date=September 24, 2013}} "Fight of the Year",{{cite web|last=Harris|first=Scott|title=UFC 165 Full Fight Video Highlights: Watch Jon Jones Face Alexander Gustafsson|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782621-ufc-165-full-fight-video-highlights-watch-jon-jones-face-alexander-gustafsson|website=Bleacher Report|access-date=September 22, 2013|date=September 22, 2013|quote=presumptive "fight of the year" winner and maybe the best light heavyweight MMA fight of all time.|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925030430/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1782621-ufc-165-full-fight-video-highlights-watch-jon-jones-face-alexander-gustafsson|archive-date=September 25, 2013}} "Greatest light heavyweight title fight of all-time",{{cite news|last=Holland|first=Jesse|title=Jon Jones vs Alexander Gustafsson: Greatest light heavyweight title fight of all-time at UFC 165 deserves immediate rematch|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2013/9/22/4757104/ufc-165-results-jon-jones-glover-teixeira-rematch-alexander-gustafsson-mma|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=MMAMania.com|date=September 22, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130928162834/http://www.mmamania.com/2013/9/22/4757104/ufc-165-results-jon-jones-glover-teixeira-rematch-alexander-gustafsson-mma|archive-date=September 28, 2013}} "one of the greatest fights in UFC history".{{cite news|last=McKinnell|first=Ryan|title=Jon Jones Found His Foil at UFC 165, but Will UFC Make the Rematch with Alexander Gustafsson?|url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/jon-jones-found-his-foil-at-ufc-165-but-will-ufc-make-the-rematch-with-alexander-gustafsson|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=MMAWeekly.com|date=September 22, 2013|quote=After 25 minutes of fighting, Jones walked away with a unanimous decision victory.|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925021735/http://www.mmaweekly.com/jon-jones-found-his-foil-at-ufc-165-but-will-ufc-make-the-rematch-with-alexander-gustafsson|archive-date=September 25, 2013}} On March 8, 2020, it was announced that the fight will be inducted to UFC Hall of Fame's Fight Wing on July 9.{{cite tweet|number=1236508105170735104 |user=ufc|date=March 8, 2020|title=Taking its rightful place in the #UFCHOF Clapping hands sign Trophy @JonnyBones vs @AlexTheMauler joins immortality on July 9.}}

Jones was expected to take on Glover Teixeira on February 1, 2014, at UFC 169.{{cite web|last=Smith |first=Sean |title=UFC 169 Fight Card: Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira Official on Super Bowl Weekend |url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1797779-ufc-169-fight-card-jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-official-on-super-bowl-weekend |access-date=September 26, 2013|website=Bleacher Report|date=October 3, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131004220457/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1797779-ufc-169-fight-card-jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-official-on-super-bowl-weekend|archive-date=October 4, 2013}} However, on October 7, UFC President Dana White stated that the announcement for this fight on that card was premature and that Jones and Teixeira would face each other on a different card.{{cite news|last=Pishna|first=Ken|title=Dana White Nixes Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira for UFC 169 Super Bowl Fight Card|url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/dana-white-nixes-jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-for-ufc-169-super-bowl-fight-card|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=MMAWeekly.com|date=October 7, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131007223511/http://www.mmaweekly.com/dana-white-nixes-jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-for-ufc-169-super-bowl-fight-card|archive-date=October 7, 2013}} On November 13, 2013, it was announced that Jones would fight Teixeira at UFC 170, scheduled for February 22, 2014;{{cite news|last=Thomas|first=Luke|title=Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira set to headline UFC 170|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/11/13/5102474/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-to-headline-ufc-170|access-date=November 14, 2013|newspaper=MMAFighting.com|date=November 13, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131114062703/http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/11/13/5102474/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-to-headline-ufc-170|archive-date=November 14, 2013}} however, the next day it was announced that the match had been removed from the card.{{cite news|last1=Stupp|first1=Dann|last2=Erickson|first2=Matt|title=UFC: Champ Jon Jones scratched from recently announced UFC 170 headliner|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2013/11/14/ufc-champ-jon-jones-scratched-from-recently-announced-ufc-170-headliner/|access-date=November 14, 2013|work=MMAjunkie.com|date=November 14, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131115005646/http://mmajunkie.com/2013/11/14/ufc-champ-jon-jones-scratched-from-recently-announced-ufc-170-headliner/|archive-date=November 15, 2013}} On December 4, 2013, it was announced that Jones and Teixeira would face each other at UFC 171 on March 15, 2014, in Dallas, Texas;{{cite news|last=Al-Shatti|first=Shaun |date=December 5, 2013|title=Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira set for UFC 171 |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/12/4/5176288/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-for-ufc-171|access-date=December 5, 2013|newspaper=MMAFighting.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131205110107/http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/12/4/5176288/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-for-ufc-171|archive-date=December 5, 2013}} however, the fight was moved again. Jones and Teixeira finally fought on April 26, 2014, at UFC 172.{{cite news |last=Erickson |first=Matt |title=Jon Jones vs. Glover Teixeira set for April 26 at UFC 172 in Baltimore |work=MMAjunkie.com |url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/01/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-for-april-26-at-ufc-171-in-baltimore/ |url-status=live |access-date=January 10, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140110201700/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/01/jon-jones-vs-glover-teixeira-set-for-april-26-at-ufc-171-in-baltimore/ |archive-date=January 10, 2014}}

Jones won the bout via unanimous decision (50–45, 50–45, and 50–45).{{cite web |last=Knapp |first=Brian |title=Jon Jones dominates Glover Teixeira, retains Light Heavyweight Title at UFC 172 |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Jon-Jones-Dominates-Glover-Teixeira-Retains-Light-Heavyweight-Title-at-UFC-172-67173 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140429005011/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Jon-Jones-Dominates-Glover-Teixeira-Retains-Light-Heavyweight-Title-at-UFC-172-67173 |archive-date=April 29, 2014 |access-date=April 27, 2014 |website=Sherdog}}

On April 27, 2014, UFC President Dana White confirmed that Jones would next have a rematch against Gustafsson, and stated the possibility of the match taking place in a stadium in Sweden on pay-per-view.{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Dana-White-Alexander-Gustafsson-Rematch-Next-for-Jon-Jones-After-UFC-172-Win-67189|title=Dana White: Alexander Gustafsson rematch next for Jon Jones after UFC 172 win|website=Sherdog|date=April 26, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140506000301/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Dana-White-Alexander-Gustafsson-Rematch-Next-for-Jon-Jones-After-UFC-172-Win-67189|archive-date=May 6, 2014}}{{cite web | url=http://www.fightofthenight.com/news/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-could-take-place-in-swedish-stadium | title=Jon Jones Vs Alexander Gustafsson Rematch Could Take Place In Swedish Stadium | publisher=Fight of the Night | date=April 27, 2014 | access-date=April 27, 2014 |last=Cole |first=Ross |url-status=live | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140427215541/http://www.fightofthenight.com/news/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-could-take-place-in-swedish-stadium | archive-date=April 27, 2014}} On May 24, 2014, it was indicated that the rematch would take place in Las Vegas on August 30, 2014, at UFC 177.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-ii-set-for-ufc-177-in-las-vegas|title=Jon Jones vs Alexander Gustafsson II set for UFC 177 in Las Vegas|work=MMAjunkie.com|date=May 24, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140528134802/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-ii-set-for-ufc-177-in-las-vegas|archive-date=May 28, 2014}} The statement, and the time and venue, was not official, however, because Gustafsson was the only one who still had agreed to accept the match.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/why-jones-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-ii-may-not-happen-at-ufc-177|title=Why Jon Jones vs Alexander Gustafsson II may not happen at UFC 177|work=MMAjunkie.com|date=May 25, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140528001345/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/why-jones-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-ii-may-not-happen-at-ufc-177|archive-date=May 28, 2014}}{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2083570-jon-jones-hasnt-signed-to-fight-alexander-gustafsson-should-fans-be-worried|title=Jon Jones hasn't signed to fight Alexander Gustafsson; Should fans be worried?|website=Bleacher Report|date=June 2, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140606060920/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2083570-jon-jones-hasnt-signed-to-fight-alexander-gustafsson-should-fans-be-worried|archive-date=June 6, 2014}} On June 2, the fight was still on hold, and White explained the situation as "Jones doesn't want to fight Gustafsson", and instead expressed his preference for fighting Daniel Cormier.{{cite web|url=http://www.ufc.com/news/dana-download-june-2?|title="The Download" w/ Dana White: Jones doesn't want to fight Gustafsson|publisher=ufc.com|date=June 2, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140603022511/http://www.ufc.com/news/dana-download-june-2|archive-date=June 3, 2014}}{{cite news |last=Staff |date=June 2, 2014 |title=Dana White: Jon Jones wants Daniel Cormier instead of Alexander Gustafsson |work=MMAjunkie.com |url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/06/dana-white-jon-jones-wants-daniel-cormier-instead-of-alexander-gustafsson |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140603195258/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/06/dana-white-jon-jones-wants-daniel-cormier-instead-of-alexander-gustafsson |archive-date=June 3, 2014}}{{cite web |last=Smith |first=R. Cory |date=June 2, 2014 |title=Dana White claims Jon Jones doesn't want to fight Alexander Gustafsson |url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2083877-dana-white-claims-jon-jones-doesnt-want-to-fight-alex-gustafsson |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140606034011/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2083877-dana-white-claims-jon-jones-doesnt-want-to-fight-alex-gustafsson |archive-date=June 6, 2014 |website=Bleacher Report}}

On June 5, 2014, the UFC confirmed that the Jones vs. Gustafsson rematch would take place on September 27, 2014, at UFC 178.{{cite news |last=Thomas |first=Luke |date=June 5, 2014 |title=Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson rematch signed for UFC 178 |publisher=mmafighting.com |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/6/5/5784850/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-signed-for-ufc-178-on |url-status=live |access-date=June 5, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140606184444/http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/6/5/5784850/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-signed-for-ufc-178-on |archive-date=June 6, 2014}} However, Gustafsson had to pull out of the match due to a torn meniscus. Jones was then expected to take on replacement Daniel Cormier at UFC 178.{{cite web |last=Gerbasi |first=Thomas |date=July 23, 2014 |title=Jones-Gustafsson 2 Postponed; DC gets title shot |url=http://www.ufc.com/news/Jones-Gustafsson-2-Postponed-DC-gets-Title-Shot |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140725100430/http://www.ufc.com/news/Jones-Gustafsson-2-Postponed-DC-gets-Title-Shot |archive-date=July 25, 2014 |access-date=July 23, 2014 |publisher=UFC.com}} On August 12, 2014, it was announced that Jones had sustained a leg injury in training, causing him to withdraw. The bout was rescheduled, and eventually took place on January 3, 2015, at UFC 182.{{cite web |last=Martin |first=Damon |date=August 12, 2014 |title=Jon Jones injured, fight with Daniel Cormier delayed until 2015 |url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-injured-fight-with-daniel-cormier-delayed-until-2015-081214 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140813160743/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-injured-fight-with-daniel-cormier-delayed-until-2015-081214 |archive-date=August 13, 2014 |access-date=August 12, 2014 |work=foxsports.com}} Jones won the fight by unanimous decision (49–46, 49–46, and 49–46).{{cite web |last=Martin |first=Damon |date=January 4, 2015 |title=Jon Jones retains title, dispatches Daniel Cormier by decision |url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/ufc-182-jon-jones-retains-title-dispatches-daniel-cormier-by-decision-010415 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150104122714/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/ufc-182-jon-jones-retains-title-dispatches-daniel-cormier-by-decision-010415 |archive-date=January 4, 2015 |access-date=January 4, 2015 |work=foxsports.com}} He also became the first person to take Cormier down, scoring three takedowns in total. The win also earned Jones his fourth Fight of the Night bonus award.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/ufc-182-bonuses-paul-felder-of-course-wins-one-of-four-50k-awards|title=UFC 182 bonuses: Paul Felder (of course) wins one of four $50K awards|author=Staff|work=MMAjunkie.com|date=January 4, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150104090454/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/ufc-182-bonuses-paul-felder-of-course-wins-one-of-four-50k-awards|archive-date=January 4, 2015}} It was later revealed that Jones had failed a drug test one month prior to the event, as he tested positive for cocaine. (see below in #Controversies){{cite web |last=Marrocco |first=Steven |date=January 6, 2015 |title=UFC champion Jon Jones tests positive for cocaine, enters rehab |url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/ufc-champion-jon-jones-tests-positive-for-cocaine-reportedly-enters-rehab |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150107021135/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/ufc-champion-jon-jones-tests-positive-for-cocaine-reportedly-enters-rehab |archive-date=January 7, 2015 |publisher=mmajunkie.com}}

Jones was expected to defend his title against Anthony Johnson on May 23, 2015, at UFC 187.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/02/jones-johnson-weidman-belfort-cerrone-nurmagomedov-top-ufc-187-in-may|title=Jones-Johnson, Weidman-Belfort, Cerrone-Nurmagomedov top UFC 187 in May|publisher=mmajunkie.com|author=Staff|access-date=February 19, 2015|date=February 19, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150219052134/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/02/jones-johnson-weidman-belfort-cerrone-nurmagomedov-top-ufc-187-in-may|archive-date=February 19, 2015}} However, on April 28, Jones was stripped of the belt and suspended from the UFC indefinitely in connection with a hit-and-run incident where he crashed into a pregnant woman then fled the scene on foot.{{cite news|last=Raimondi|first=Marc|title=Jon Jones stripped of title, Daniel Cormier vs. Anthony Johnson for belt headlines UFC 187|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/28/8512255/jon-jones-stripped-of-title-daniel-cormier-vs-anthony-johnson-for|access-date=April 29, 2015|publisher=MMAFighting|date=April 29, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170708091044/https://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/28/8512255/jon-jones-stripped-of-title-daniel-cormier-vs-anthony-johnson-for|archive-date=July 8, 2017}} Cormier, who lost against Jones at UFC 182 in January 2015, replaced him and went on to defeat Anthony Johnson to take the vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.{{cite news|last=Iole|first=Kevin|title=UFC strips Jon Jones of title; Daniel Cormier to face Anthony Johnson for belt |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/ufc-strips-jon-jones-of-title--daniel-cormier-to-face-anthony-johnson-for-belt-040233974-mma.html|access-date=April 29, 2015|publisher=Yahoo News|date=April 29, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150503085852/http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/ufc-strips-jon-jones-of-title--daniel-cormier-to-face-anthony-johnson-for-belt-040233974-mma.html|archive-date=May 3, 2015}}

On October 23, 2015, the UFC announced that Jones had been reinstated to the active roster, nearly six months after his suspension was announced.{{cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/10/ufc-reinstates-ex-champ-jon-jones|title=UFC reinstates ex-champ Jon Jones|publisher=mmajunkie.com|author=Staff|access-date=October 23, 2015|date=October 23, 2015|url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20151023215926/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/10/ufc-reinstates-ex-champ-jon-jones|archive-date=October 23, 2015}} A rematch with Cormier was expected to take place on April 23, 2016, at UFC 197.{{cite web |last=Critchfield |first=Tristen |date=February 6, 2016 |title=Daniel Cormier-Jon Jones Rematch Set for UFC 197 on April 23 |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Source-Daniel-CormierJon-Jones-Rematch-Set-for-UFC-197-on-April-23-99867 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160208082259/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Source-Daniel-CormierJon-Jones-Rematch-Set-for-UFC-197-on-April-23-99867 |archive-date=February 8, 2016 |access-date=February 6, 2016 |publisher=sherdog.com}} However, Cormier pulled out of the fight on April 1, citing a foot injury, and was replaced by Ovince Saint Preux.{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2016/04/rematch-on-hold-injury-forces-daniel-cormier-off-ufc-197-headliner-vs-jon-jones|title=Rematch on hold: Injury forces Daniel Cormier off UFC 197 headliner vs. Jon Jones|author=Staff|publisher=mmajunkie.com|date=April 1, 2016|access-date=April 2, 2016|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160402145911/http://mmajunkie.com/2016/04/rematch-on-hold-injury-forces-daniel-cormier-off-ufc-197-headliner-vs-jon-jones|archive-date=April 2, 2016}}{{cite web |last=Raimondi |first=Marc |date=April 2, 2016 |title=Jon Jones vs. Ovince Saint Preux set for UFC 197 with Daniel Cormier out |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2016/4/2/11353572/jon-jones-vs-ovince-saint-preux-set-for-ufc-197-with-daniel-cormier |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170301025756/http://www.mmafighting.com/2016/4/2/11353572/jon-jones-vs-ovince-saint-preux-set-for-ufc-197-with-daniel-cormier |archive-date=March 1, 2017 |access-date=April 2, 2016 |publisher=mmafighting.com}} Jones defeated Saint Preux by unanimous decision (50–44, 50–45, and 50–45).{{cite web |last=Myers |first=Thomas |date=April 24, 2016 |title=UFC 197 results: Rusty Jon Jones shuts down Ovince St. Preux, wins interim Light Heavyweight title |url=http://www.mmamania.com/2016/4/24/11496188/ufc-197-results-jon-jones-ovince-st-preux |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170729175029/https://www.mmamania.com/2016/4/24/11496188/ufc-197-results-jon-jones-ovince-st-preux |archive-date=July 29, 2017 |access-date=April 24, 2016 |publisher=mmamania.com}}

The rematch with Cormier was rescheduled and expected to take place on July 9, 2016, at UFC 200.{{cite web |last=Tabuena |first=Anton |date=April 27, 2015 |title=No McGregor, Daniel Cormier vs Jon Jones 2 set as new UFC 200 main event |url=http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2016/4/27/11516324/no-mcgregor-daniel-cormier-vs-jon-jones-2-ufc-200-main-event |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160428095938/http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2016/4/27/11516324/no-mcgregor-daniel-cormier-vs-jon-jones-2-ufc-200-main-event |archive-date=April 28, 2016 |access-date=April 27, 2016 |publisher=bloodyelbow.com}} However, on July 6, 2016, Jones was removed from the bout by USADA on June 16 after a potential doping violation.{{cite news|title=Jon Jones Pulled from UFC 200 Main Event Due to Possible Anti-Doping Violation|newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/jon-jones-pulled-from-ufc-200-main-event-due-to-possible-anti-doping-violation|publisher=mmamania.com|access-date=July 7, 2016|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160708130234/http://www.mmaweekly.com/jon-jones-pulled-from-ufc-200-main-event-due-to-possible-anti-doping-violation|archive-date=July 8, 2016|date=July 7, 2016}} On November 7, 2016, it was announced that Jones had been suspended for one year by USADA, retroactive to July 7.{{cite web|url=https://eu.usatoday.com/story/sports/ufc/2016/11/07/jon-jones-suspended/93428806/|title=Jon Jones suspended for one year by USADA|date=November 7, 2016|work=MMAjunkie.com|author=Mike Coppinger}} Two days later, it was announced that Jones had been stripped of his interim title, making him the first fighter in UFC history to be stripped of a title twice.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2016/11/9/13573956/jon-jones-stripped-of-ufc-interim-light-heavyweight-title|title=Jon Jones stripped of UFC interim light heavyweight title|date=November 9, 2016|publisher=mmafighting.com|author=Shaun Al-Shatti}} On December 15, Jones was also suspended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) for one year.{{cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/18286001/nevada-state-athletic-commission-jon-jones-agree-1-year-ban|title=Nevada State Athletic Commission, Jon Jones agree to 1-year ban|date=December 15, 2016|work=ESPN|author=Brett Okamoto}}

While on the sidelines, Jones fought retired MMA veteran Dan Henderson in a grappling match for the Submission Underground 2 tournament on December 10, 2016. After an even start, Jones eventually submitted Henderson with an arm-triangle choke six minutes into the bout. Following the fight, Jones expressed interest in competing against Chael Sonnen.{{cite news|last=Martin|first=Damon|title=Jon Jones taps out Dan Henderson in grappling match, challenges Chael Sonnen|url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-taps-dan-henderson-grappling-match-challenges-chael-sonnen-121116|publisher=Fox News|date=December 14, 2016|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170104164246/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-taps-dan-henderson-grappling-match-challenges-chael-sonnen-121116|archive-date=January 4, 2017}}

The rematch with Daniel Cormier took place on July 29, 2017, at UFC 214 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California. Jones won the fight and re-captured the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship via knockout in the third round.{{Cite news|url=http://deadspin.com/jon-jones-reclaims-ufc-belt-with-third-round-tko-of-dan-1797371818 |title=Jon Jones Reclaims UFC Belt With Third-Round TKO Of Daniel Cormier|last=Burke|first=Timothy|work=Deadspin |access-date=July 30, 2017|language=en-US|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170730075554/http://deadspin.com/jon-jones-reclaims-ufc-belt-with-third-round-tko-of-dan-1797371818|archive-date=July 30, 2017}} After the fight, Jones was awarded a Performance of the Night bonus.{{Cite news|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2017/07/ufc-214-bonuses-jon-jones-volkan-oezdemir-earn-50k-for-knockout-wins|title=UFC 214 bonuses: Jon Jones, Volkan Oezdemir earn $50K for knockout wins|date=July 30, 2017|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=July 30, 2017|language=en-US|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170731031512/http://mmajunkie.com/2017/07/ufc-214-bonuses-jon-jones-volkan-oezdemir-earn-50k-for-knockout-wins|archive-date=July 31, 2017}} After the fight, Jones praised Cormier as a "model champion", while recognizing his own personal failings. He then challenged Brock Lesnar to a fight.{{cite web |title=UFC 214: Jon Jones Octagon Interview|website=YouTube |date=July 29, 2017|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9n8U34CzJo |access-date=August 1, 2017|url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170731233318/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9n8U34CzJo|archive-date=July 31, 2017}}

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On August 22, it was announced that Jones had been flagged for a potential doping violation by USADA, stemming from his sample that was collected after weigh-ins July 28. He tested positive for Turinabol, an anabolic steroid. Jones was placed on a provisional suspension as a result. On September 13, USADA confirmed that both the "A" and "B" sample of Jones's tested positive for Turinabol.{{Cite news|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/20687157|title=UFC champ Jones' 'B' sample confirms positive|work=ESPN.com|access-date=September 13, 2017|archive-date=September 13, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170913095809/http://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/20687157|url-status=live}} As a result, the California State Athletic Commission (CSAC) officially overturned the result of the fight to a no contest. Subsequently, UFC President Dana White made the decision to strip him of the Light Heavyweight championship, and return it to Daniel Cormier.{{Cite news|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2017/9/13/16305374/daniel-cormier-reinstated-as-ufc-light-heavyweight-champion|title=Daniel Cormier reinstated as UFC light heavyweight champion|work=MMA Fighting|access-date=September 14, 2017|archive-date=March 4, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230304083128/https://www.mmafighting.com/2017/9/13/16305374/daniel-cormier-reinstated-as-ufc-light-heavyweight-champion|url-status=live}}

In September 2018, it was announced by USADA that Jones would serve a suspension of 15 months. From a potential suspension of 48 months USADA applied a reduction of 30 months for Jones's co-operation in identifying other anti-doping offences, and a further 3 months was applied by arbitrators McLaren in relation to Jones's degree of fault.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case|title=Jon Jones given 15-month suspension after arbitration in USADA case|last=Raimondi|first=Marc|date=2018-09-19|website=MMA Fighting|language=en|access-date=2020-03-06|archive-date=November 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109040149/https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case|url-status=live}}

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.{{Cite news|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/10/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-headlines-ufc-232-for-light-heavyweight-title-daniel-cormier|title=Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson 2 set for UFC 232; Daniel Cormier to be stripped of title|date=October 10, 2018|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=October 31, 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=March 29, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190329161241/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/10/jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-rematch-headlines-ufc-232-for-light-heavyweight-title-daniel-cormier|url-status=live}} Jones defeated Gustafsson by technical knockout in the third round to win the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/12/ufc-232-results-jon-jones-stops-alexander-gustafsson-tko-wins-light-heavyweight-title|title=UFC 232 results: Jon Jones pounds out Alexander Gustafsson, regains 205-pound title|date=December 30, 2018|website=MMAjunkie|language=en|access-date=December 30, 2018|archive-date=June 30, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190630135429/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/12/ufc-232-results-jon-jones-stops-alexander-gustafsson-tko-wins-light-heavyweight-title|url-status=live}}

In the first defense of his second championship reign, Jones faced Anthony Smith on March 2, 2019, in the main event at UFC 235.{{Cite news |last=Critchfield |first=Tristen |date=January 6, 2019 |title=Jon Jones to defend light heavyweight crown vs. Anthony Smith in UFC 235 headliner |publisher=sherdog.com |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Jon-Jones-to-Defend-Light-Heavyweight-Crown-vs-Anthony-Smith-in-UFC-235-Headliner-147855 |access-date=January 7, 2019 |archive-date=June 26, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190626191009/https://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Jon-Jones-to-Defend-Light-Heavyweight-Crown-vs-Anthony-Smith-in-UFC-235-Headliner-147855 |url-status=live }} Jones dominated the fight, but was deducted two points in the fourth round after landing an illegal knee to Smith's head. He won the fight via unanimous decision with 48–44 on all three judges' scorecards.{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2019/03/ufc-235-results-jon-jones-cruises-to-decision-win-over-anthony-smith-docked-two-points|title=UFC 235 results: Jon Jones docked two points but cruises to decision win over Anthony Smith|date=2019-03-03|website=MMA Junkie|language=en|access-date=2019-03-04|archive-date=June 16, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190616101016/https://mmajunkie.com/2019/03/ufc-235-results-jon-jones-cruises-to-decision-win-over-anthony-smith-docked-two-points|url-status=live}}

Jones faced Thiago Santos on July 6, 2019, in the main event at UFC 239.{{Cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/ufc/story/_/id/26374996|title=Jones-Santos to headline UFC 239|first=Brett|last=Okamoto|work=espn.com|date=2019-03-27|access-date=2019-03-27|archive-date=May 29, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230529100204/https://www.espn.com/mma/ufc/story/_/id/26374996|url-status=live}} He won the back-and-forth match via split decision (48–47, 47–48, and 48–47), defending his title for the second time.

Jones faced Dominick Reyes on February 8, 2020, in the main event of UFC 247.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmamania.com/2019/11/22/20978649/jon-jones-vs-dominick-reyes-official-for-ufc-247-this-february-in-houston-anderson-mma-espn|title=Jones Vs. Reyes Official For PPV Event In Houston|last=Hiergesell|first=Dan|date=2019-11-22|publisher=mmamania.com|access-date=2019-11-23|archive-date=February 26, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200226001112/https://www.mmamania.com/2019/11/22/20978649/jon-jones-vs-dominick-reyes-official-for-ufc-247-this-february-in-houston-anderson-mma-espn|url-status=live}} Jones won the fight via controversial unanimous decision (48–47, 48–47, and 49–46).{{Cite web|url=https://cagesidepress.com/2020/02/09/ufc-247-results-jon-jones-edges-dominick-reyes/|title=UFC 247 Results: Jon Jones Edges Out Dominick Reyes|last=Evanoff|first=Josh|date=2020-02-09|website=Cageside Press|language=en-US|access-date=2020-02-09|archive-date=May 2, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210502220733/https://cagesidepress.com/2020/02/09/ufc-247-results-jon-jones-edges-dominick-reyes/|url-status=live}} 14 of 21 media outlets scored the contest for Reyes, while only 7 scored it for Jones.{{Cite web |date=2020-02-08 |title=Jon Jones defeats Dominick Reyes |url=http://mmadecisions.com/decision/10877/Jon-Jones-vs-Dominick-Reyes |access-date=2020-02-09 |publisher=mmadecisions.com |archive-date=May 2, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210502222236/http://mmadecisions.com/decision/10877/Jon-Jones-vs-Dominick-Reyes |url-status=live }} With this win, Jones set the new record for most wins in UFC title fight history with 14 wins.{{Cite web |date=2020-02-09 |title=Jon Jones Sets UFC Record With Win Over Dominick Reyes |url=https://www.forbes.com/sites/trentreinsmith/2020/02/09/ufc-247-stats-and-video-highlights-jon-jones-sets-ufc-record-with-win-over-dominick-reyes/#2ce75e74305c |access-date=2020-02-09 |work=Forbes.com |archive-date=May 18, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200518160401/https://www.forbes.com/sites/trentreinsmith/2020/02/09/ufc-247-stats-and-video-highlights-jon-jones-sets-ufc-record-with-win-over-dominick-reyes/#2ce75e74305c |url-status=live }}

After conflict with UFC President Dana White over pay in May 2020, Jones said he had vacated the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Jones was targeting a fight with heavyweight contender Francis Ngannou and, according to White, wanted "Deontay Wilder money", referring to Wilder's reported $25–30 million earnings in his rematch with Tyson Fury held in February 2020. On August 15, 2020, Jones announced on social media that he would be relinquishing the Light Heavyweight Championship, as well expressing his desire to move up to heavyweight.

After over three years removed from his last bout, Jones faced Ciryl Gane for the vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship on March 4, 2023, at UFC 285.{{Cite web |last=Bohn |first=Mike |date=2023-01-14 |title=Francis Ngannou released; Jon Jones returns, meets Ciryl Gane for newly vacated heavyweight title at UFC 285 |url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/01/ufc-285-news-jon-jones-returns-vs-ciryl-gane-francis-ngannou-released-vacant-heavyweight-title |access-date=2023-01-14 |publisher=mmajunkie.usatoday.com |archive-date=June 2, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230602112122/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2023/01/ufc-285-news-jon-jones-returns-vs-ciryl-gane-francis-ngannou-released-vacant-heavyweight-title |url-status=live }} He won the bout and earned the title via a guillotine choke submission in the first round.{{Cite web |last=Lelinwalla |first=Mark |date=March 5, 2023 |title=UFC 285: Jon Jones delivers first-round submission of Ciryl Gane to become heavyweight champ |url=https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/mma/ufc-285-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane-live-updates-results-highlights/y3p1vzq82cw91hg4hxt9xzl25 |access-date=March 5, 2023 |website=DAZN |archive-date=March 12, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230312100847/https://www.dazn.com/en-US/news/mma/ufc-285-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane-live-updates-results-highlights/y3p1vzq82cw91hg4hxt9xzl25 |url-status=live }}{{Cite web |last=Rush |first=Dylan |date=March 5, 2023 |title=UFC 285: Jon Jones stuns Ciryl Gane in return with quick submission, claims heavyweight crown |url=https://cagesidepress.com/2023/03/05/ufc-285-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane/ |access-date=March 5, 2023 |website=Cageside Press |archive-date=June 7, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230607163131/https://cagesidepress.com/2023/03/05/ufc-285-jon-jones-vs-ciryl-gane/ |url-status=live }} After the fight, Jones earned the Performance of the Night bonus award.{{Cite web |last=Erickson |first=Matt |date=March 5, 2023 |title=UFC 285 bonuses: New champs among $50,000 winners in Las Vegas |url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-285-bonuses-las-vegas-50000-jon-jones-alexa-grasso-geoff-neal-shavkat-rakhmonov |access-date=March 5, 2023 |publisher=mmajunkie.usatoday.com |archive-date=March 23, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230323035608/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-285-bonuses-las-vegas-50000-jon-jones-alexa-grasso-geoff-neal-shavkat-rakhmonov |url-status=live }}

Jones was scheduled to defend his title against former two-time heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic on November 11, 2023, at UFC 295.{{Cite web |last=Wray |first=David |date=2023-07-21 |title=Jones Vs. Miocic At UFC 295: Heavyweight Title Defense |url=https://www.lowkickmma.com/jones-vs-miocic-at-ufc-295-heavyweight-title-defense/ |access-date=2023-09-21 |language=en-US |archive-date=September 28, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230928221325/https://www.lowkickmma.com/jones-vs-miocic-at-ufc-295-heavyweight-title-defense/ |url-status=live }} However, Jones was forced to pull out due to injury after tearing a pectoral tendon.{{Cite web |date=2023-10-25 |title=Injured Jones out of UFC 295; Miocic off card too |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/38739073/jon-jones-fight-vs-stipe-miocic-ufc-295-due-injury |access-date=2023-10-25 |website=ESPN.com |language=en |archive-date=October 25, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20231025160935/https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/38739073/jon-jones-fight-vs-stipe-miocic-ufc-295-due-injury |url-status=live }}

One year after his injury, the bout between Jones and Miocic was rescheduled to November 16, 2024, at UFC 309.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmamania.com/2024/9/14/24244509/dana-white-confirms-jon-jones-vs-stipe-miocic-at-ufc-309-on-nov-16-from-msg-ppv-new-york|title=Video: Dana White confirms Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic at UFC 309 on Nov. 16 from MSG|publisher=mmamania.com|author=Dan Hiergesell|date=2024-09-14|access-date=2024-09-14}} He won the fight by technical knockout via a spinning back kick followed by punches in the third round.{{Cite web |url=https://cagesidepress.com/2024/11/17/ufc-309-jon-jones-makes-triumphant-return-stops-stipe-miocic-to-defend-heavyweight-title/|title=UFC 309: Jon Jones Makes Triumphant Return, Stops Stipe Miocic to Defend Heavyweight Title |publisher=cagesidepress.com|author=Jay Anderson|date=2024-11-17|access-date=2024-11-17}} With this twelfth title defense, Jones broke the record for most title defenses in UFC history.{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmamania.com/2024/11/17/24298166/official-post-fight-bonus-winners-ufc-309-results-espn-ppv-jones-miocic-oliveira-chandler-elliott|title=Bonuses! Jon Jones banks $50K for record-setting 12th UFC title defense - UFC 309|publisher=mmamania.com|author=Dan Hiergesell|date=2024-11-17|access-date=2024-12-23}} This fight earned him another Performance of the Night award.{{Cite web |url=https://www.bjpenn.com/mma-news/ufc-309/ufc-309-bonus-report-charles-oliveira-and-michael-chandler-take-home-fotn/ |author=Chris Taylor|date=2024-11-17|title=UFC 309 Bonus Report: Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler take home FOTN|access-date=2024-11-17|publisher=bjpenn.com}}

In January 2008, Jones participated in the Northeastern Grappler's Challenge, an event hosted by Team Bomb Squad, his original team, in Ithaca, New York.{{Cite web |last=McElroy |first=Jordy |title=Jon Jones Before MMA (Video Footage) |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/649015-jon-jones-before-mma-video-footage |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=Bleacher Report |language=en}} Jones competed in two matches, both against world-class grappler Doug Fournet, who has competed numerous times in the FILA Grappling World Championships and World Sambo Championships, submitting him both times with a ‘Kimura’. Fournet’s teammate, Stephen Koepfer, who later recounted the events of both matches, admitted, "That was the first time I saw Doug get submitted by anybody, so it was pretty surprising."{{Cite web |date=2011-03-23 |title=UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones Before MMA |url=https://bloodyelbow.com/2011/03/23/ufc-light-heavyweight-champion-jon-jones-before-mma/?callback=in&code=MTC5M2IXNTATNMUZYI0ZZDYWLWFMZJGTOGRMOWJMMZM3ZWM5&state=9a19477a29b8496aa38aa2d29e97b312 |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=bloodyelbow.com |language=en-US}}

After being called out by some MMA fans at the Europa Games expo in October 2016, Jones decided to take part in the NAGA no-gi grappling tournament. In his first match, he faced Don Daubert, a BJJ purple belt, and finished him with a guillotine choke.{{Cite web |last=Harder |first=Jeff |date=2016-10-17 |title=Awaiting His Day In Court, Jon Jones Chokes Out Ordinary People |url=https://www.vice.com/en/article/awaiting-his-day-in-court-jon-jones-chokes-out-ordinary-people/ |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=VICE |language=en-US}} In his next match, he defeated Rich O’Toole, a BJJ brown belt, with a leg-in guillotine neck crank shoulder choke—a variation of the guillotine choke that O’Toole says Jones himself dubbed "The Williams Whirl."{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=xvECcJSQUpc |title=Jon Jones Takes On Two Opponents at NAGA event |date=2022-02-12 |last=Jiu Jitsu World |access-date=2025-02-02 |via=YouTube}}{{Cite web |last=Rico_Fata |date=2016-10-16 |title=I went against Jon "Bones" Jones at NAGA Phoenix yesterday, AMA |url=https://www.reddit.com/r/bjj/comments/57uc1z/i_went_against_jon_bones_jones_at_naga_phoenix/?rdt=50160 |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=r/bjj}}

Jones agreed to headline the Submission Underground 2 main event on December 10, 2016, against MMA legend Dan Henderson, a former two-division Pride champion and the last Strikeforce light heavyweight champion. The co-main event featured Miesha Tate vs. Jessica Eye. Jones and Henderson had some history, as they were originally scheduled to fight in the main event at UFC 151 in 2012, but Henderson suffered an injury during training and was forced to withdraw.{{Cite web |title=Jon Jones submits Dan Henderson at Submission Underground 2 {{!}} Fox Sports |url=https://www.foxsports.com/stories/ufc/jon-jones-submits-dan-henderson-at-submission-underground-2 |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=amp.foxsports.com}}

After a measured start by both fighters, Jones quickly shot under Henderson’s defense with a slick "superduck" just after the halfway point. Jones remained active on top, constantly searching for options, eventually advancing to mount and securing an arm-triangle choke. Once locked in, Jones shifted his body weight, and Henderson was forced to tap with just over a minute left in regulation.{{Cite web |date=2016-12-12 |title=Submission Underground 2 results: Jon Jones taps out Dan Henderson, challenges Chael Sonnen to January contest |url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2016/12/submission-underground-2-results-jon-jones-taps-out-dan-henderson-challenges-chael-sonnen-to-january-contest |access-date=2025-02-02 |website=MMA Junkie |language=en-US}}

After receiving the Submission Underground belt, Jones spoke with Chael Sonnen on the mic. Sonnen asked if Jones would return for Submission Underground 3, to which Jones responded, "I’m thinking me and you, Chael, should do a little something, something" to which Chael replied "In that case, I’ll see you January 29."{{Cite AV media |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=2YFBej4wFP0 |title=Jon Jones vs Dan Henderson - Submission Underground 2 |date=2017-07-24 |last=FloGrappling |access-date=2025-02-02 |via=YouTube}}

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Jones has trained with Team BombSquad out of Cortland, New York, then briefly with the Tristar Gym in Montreal, Canada and most recently at Jackson's MMA in Albuquerque, New Mexico.{{cite news |url=http://mmaweekly.com/jon-bones-jones-joins-jacksons-crew-2 |title=Jon "Bones" Jones Joins Greg Jackson's Crew |last=Cain |first=Jeff |newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |access-date=September 14, 2009 |publisher=MMAWeekly.com |date=August 22, 2009 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111024192115/http://mmaweekly.com/jon-bones-jones-joins-jacksons-crew-2 |archive-date=October 24, 2011}} He also trained as a power-lifter during his suspension from the UFC.[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mehYIYq4egE UFC 200: It's Time - Full Episode] {{webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160710091856/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mehYIYq4egE |date=July 10, 2016}}

Jones’ training emphasizes versatility, strength, and technical mastery, ensuring he remains dominant. His regimen includes a combination of wrestling drills, striking practice, grappling sessions, and high-intensity functional training, all designed to enhance his overall fight game.{{Cite web |date=2023-05-28 |title=Jon Jones Workout Routine and Diet Plan |url=https://middleeasy.com/fitness/jon-jones-workout/ |access-date=2025-02-20 |website=MiddleEasy |language=en-US}} To refine his striking and transitions, Jones incorporates pad work, sparring, and clinch drills into his routine. His training also features explosive strength exercises, plyometrics, and agility drills, which boost his speed and power.{{Cite web |last=John |date=2024-12-18 |title=Jon Jones' UFC Workout Routine: Champion's Training Plan {{!}} MMA |url=https://www.journee-mondiale.com/en/my-5-hour-jon-jones-workout-how-i-gained-15-pounds-of-muscle-in-8-weeks/ |access-date=2025-02-20 |website=World Day |language=en-US}}

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During training camps, Jones trains six days a week, balancing intense workouts with active recovery sessions. As the fight nears, he reduces the intensity to give his body time to fully recover. He shifts his focus to honing technical precision and engages in lighter sparring, ensuring he enters the fight in optimal physical and mental condition.{{Cite web |last=Gallagher |first=Martin |date=2024-11-28 |title=Hail to the King - The Jon Jones Workout |url=https://supersoldierproject.com/the-goat-jon-jones-workout/ |access-date=2025-02-20 |website=Super Soldier Project |language=en-GB}}

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Jones stands out by his high adaptability and flawless technique in the cage and has been described as "one of the most dynamic, innovative, and constantly evolving fighters in the history of MMA"{{cite news|last=Ruebusch|first=Conor |url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/7/7508159/jon-jones-cormier-ufc-182-new-old-school-mma-technique-analysis-in-fighting-boxing-elbow-gif|title=UFC 182 Judo Chop: Jon Jones and the New Old School, part 2|work=Bloody Elbow|date=January 7, 2015|access-date=May 17, 2019|archive-date=July 26, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190726121738/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/7/7508159/jon-jones-cormier-ufc-182-new-old-school-mma-technique-analysis-in-fighting-boxing-elbow-gif|url-status=live}} and "perhaps the greatest martial artist ever to step into an octagon".{{cite news|last=Mitchell|first=Barry |url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2017/10/13/16457448/jon-jones-ufc-champion-master-three-fights-development-career-retrospective-mma|title=A Master in Three Fights: Analyzing the development of Jon Jones|work=Bloody Elbow|date=October 13, 2017|access-date=July 10, 2018|archive-date=July 10, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180710040727/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2017/10/13/16457448/jon-jones-ufc-champion-master-three-fights-development-career-retrospective-mma|url-status=live}} Jones capitalizes on his great range and defensive wrestling to land blows in a creative, unorthodox style.

He employs a diverse kicking technique, favoring front kicks to the body and head, roundhouse kicks to the legs and upper body, and his most known technique, the "oblique kick", a controversial move that targets his opponent's knee.{{cite news|last=Tabuena|first=Anton|url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2017/7/27/16048628/11-jon-jones-technique-breakdowns-to-get-you-hyped-for-ufc-214-mma|title=11 Jon Jones technique breakdowns to get you hyped for UFC 214|work=Bloody Elbow|date=July 27, 2017|access-date=July 10, 2018|archive-date=July 10, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180710040812/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2017/7/27/16048628/11-jon-jones-technique-breakdowns-to-get-you-hyped-for-ufc-214-mma|url-status=live}}{{cite news|last=Slack|first=Jack |url=http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2012/11/6/3608540/ufc-macao-judo-chop-cung-le-mma-best-kickers-china-rich-franklin|title=UFC Macao Judo Chop: Cung Le and MMA's Best Kickers|work=Bloody Elbow|date=November 6, 2012|access-date=July 10, 2018|archive-date=July 10, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180710102207/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2012/11/6/3608540/ufc-macao-judo-chop-cung-le-mma-best-kickers-china-rich-franklin|url-status=live}} The oblique kick was a technique popularized by Bruce Lee,{{cite web |last=Fantaousakis |first=Kostas |title=UFC 232 - Jones vs. Gustafsson 2: Moves to look for |url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2018/12/29/18158029/ufc-232-jones-vs-gustafsson-2-moves-to-look-for-breakdown-technique-oblique-kicks-jon-bones-gus |website=Bloody Elbow |publisher=Vox Media |access-date=16 June 2020 |date=29 December 2018 |archive-date=June 16, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200616005356/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2018/12/29/18158029/ufc-232-jones-vs-gustafsson-2-moves-to-look-for-breakdown-technique-oblique-kicks-jon-bones-gus |url-status=live }} whom Jones cited as an inspiration.{{cite web |last=Razvi |first=Sam |title=Exclusive interview with UFC champion Jon Jones |url=https://www.coachmag.co.uk/sport/1461/exclusive-interview-with-ufc-champion-jon-jones |website=Coach Mag |access-date=16 June 2020 |date=19 March 2012 |archive-date=June 16, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200616005357/https://www.coachmag.co.uk/sport/1461/exclusive-interview-with-ufc-champion-jon-jones |url-status=live }}

Jones also excels in the clinch, where he is skilled at controlling his opponent's arms and scoring elbow and knee strikes. He uses Greco-Roman wrestling takedowns like lateral drops from overhooks,{{cite news|last=Wilcox|first=Nate|url=https://bloodyelbow.com/2009/02/03/bloody-elbow-judo-chop-jon/|title=Bloody Elbow Judo Chop: Jon Jones' Greco-Roman And Judo Clinic|work=Bloody Elbow|date=February 3, 2009|access-date=November 11, 2018}} as well as a variety of judo throws, like osoto gari, harai goshi and deashi harai, which he claims he picked up by watching them on YouTube.{{cite news |url=https://bloodyelbow.com/2012/04/19/ufc-145-jon-jones-vs-rashad-evans-wrestling-judo-mma-analysis-fighting-technique/ |title=UFC 145 Judo Chop: How Much Of Jon Jones' MMA Take Downs Are Greco And How Much Are Judo?|work=Blood Elbow|date=February 3, 2009|access-date=November 11, 2018}} Once on the ground, he has excellent positional control and an ability to find openings for punches and elbow strikes.

In an interview with Joe Rogan on December 1, 2016, Jones stated that he has four daughters (aged 9, 8, 6 and 3).{{cite podcast|date=December 1, 2016 |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBSwJnZpUI8|title=Joe Rogan Experience #880 - Jon Jones|host=Joe Rogan|publisher=The Joe Rogan Experience|access-date=December 2, 2016|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161202093714/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBSwJnZpUI8|archive-date=December 2, 2016}} On February 23, 2022, Jones announced via Twitter that his fiancée Jessie had left him around two months prior.{{Cite web |url=https://twitter.com/JonnyBones/status/1496532342126657545 |title=BONY в Твиттере: "My fiancé left me about two months ago, today she finalized that she won't be coming back. If you are a Jon Jones hater, have a toast, I feel like shit" |access-date=February 23, 2022 |archive-date=February 23, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220223174537/https://twitter.com/JonnyBones/status/1496532342126657545 |url-status=dead }} The two have since reconciled, and Jessie accompanied Jones into the cage after he won the heavyweight title at UFC 285 on March 4, 2023.{{Cite web |last=Richter |first=Erich |date=5 March 2023 |title=Jon Jones kisses fiancée Jessie at UFC 285, 18 months after domestic violence incident |url=https://nypost.com/2023/03/05/ufcs-jon-jones-still-with-fiancee-jessie-after-domestic-incident/ |access-date=5 March 2023 |website=New York Post |archive-date=March 5, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230305192646/https://nypost.com/2023/03/05/ufcs-jon-jones-still-with-fiancee-jessie-after-domestic-incident/ |url-status=live }} In June 2024, Jones announced that he had been granted 50/50 custody over his son, marking the first time he indicated having a son.{{cite web|url=https://www.lowkickmma.com/jon-jones-granted-50-50-custody-of-son/|title=UFC champ Jon Jones granted '50/50 custody' of his son, fans react: 'Didn't know he had a son|author=Craig Pekios|website=lowkickmma.com|date=June 23, 2024}}

Jones claimed that he was sexually assaulted as a child.{{Cite web|date=2021-10-16|title=Jon Jones : j'ai été agressé sexuellement dans mon enfance|url=https://lasueur.com/jon-jones-salle-14-10-2021|access-date=2021-10-20|website=La Sueur|language=fr-FR|archive-date=October 20, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211020042142/https://lasueur.com/jon-jones-salle-14-10-2021|url-status=live}}

File:Jon Jones, Lorenzo Fertitta, and Glover Teixeira in 2014.jpg at a U.S. Senate event in 2014]]

On March 19, 2011, Jones was en route to Great Falls Historic Park in Paterson, New Jersey,{{cite web |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/mma/news?slug=yhoo-ept_sports_mma_experts-wp309 |title=Hours before the biggest fight of his life, Jones subdues a robber |publisher=Sports.Yahoo.com |date=March 19, 2011 |access-date=April 8, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110323121325/http://sports.yahoo.com/mma/news?slug=yhoo-ept_sports_mma_experts-wp309 |archive-date=March 23, 2011}} where he planned to meditate several hours ahead of his fight against Maurício "Shogun" Rua at UFC 128. He was accompanied by his coaches Mike Winkeljohn and Greg Jackson. As their driver prepared to drop them off, Jones observed an elderly couple screaming for help. The woman informed Winkeljohn that a man had smashed her car window and had run off with her GPS. Jones, along with his two coaches, chased after the robber, caught and tripped him, and held him down until the police arrived.{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Report-Bones-Subdues-Thief-Hours-Before-Title-Fight-30939 |title=Report: 'Bones' Subdues Thief Hours Before Title Fight |publisher=Sherdog.com |last=Whitman |first=Mike |date=March 19, 2011 |access-date=March 20, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110321142150/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Report-Bones-Subdues-Thief-Hours-Before-Title-Fight-30939 |archive-date=March 21, 2011}}{{cite web |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/03/20/ufc-128-video-jon-jones-recounts-how-he-stopped-robbery-on-figh/ |title=UFC 128 Video: Jon Jones Recounts How He Stopped Robbery on Fight Day |last=Helwani |first=Ariel |publisher=MMAFighting.com |date=March 20, 2011 |access-date=April 8, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110323064105/http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/03/20/ufc-128-video-jon-jones-recounts-how-he-stopped-robbery-on-figh |archive-date=March 23, 2011}}

On August 8, 2012, Jones became the first mixed martial artist to be sponsored by Nike on an international scale.{{cite web | url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/8/8/3228510/nike-signs-ufc-champion-jon-jones-to-global-sponsorship-deal | title=Nike Signs UFC Champion Jon Jones to Global Sponsorship Deal | access-date=May 15, 2014 | url-status=live | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140517115853/http://www.mmafighting.com/2012/8/8/3228510/nike-signs-ufc-champion-jon-jones-to-global-sponsorship-deal | archive-date=May 17, 2014| date=August 8, 2012 }} He is also the first MMA fighter to have his own shoe line,{{cite web|url=http://www.sportsnet.ca/mma/ufc/jones-first-mma-fighter-with-signature-nike-shoe/|title=Jones first MMA fighter with own Nike shoe line|author=Rogers Digital Media|work=Sportsnet.ca|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150819030233/http://www.sportsnet.ca/mma/ufc/jones-first-mma-fighter-with-signature-nike-shoe/|archive-date=August 19, 2015}} and the first MMA fighter to represent Gatorade and MuscleTech in the Octagon.{{cite news|last=Potter|first=Andrew|title=UFC Light Heavyweight Champ Jon Jones Signs Sponsorship Deal With Gatorade |url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/ufc-light-heavyweight-champ-jon-jones-signs-sponsorship-deal-with-gatorade |work=mmaweekly.com|access-date=September 19, 2013|url-status=live|archive-date=September 21, 2013|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130921184037/http://www.mmaweekly.com/ufc-light-heavyweight-champ-jon-jones-signs-sponsorship-deal-with-gatorade|date=September 19, 2013}} On December 16, 2014, Jones announced that he had signed a sponsorship deal with Reebok.{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/12/reebok-announces-partnership-with-ufc-champs-jon-jones-and-ronda-rousey|title=Reebok announces partnership with UFC champs Jon Jones and Ronda Rousey|date=December 16, 2014 |publisher=mmajunkie.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150103090726/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/12/reebok-announces-partnership-with-ufc-champs-jon-jones-and-ronda-rousey|archive-date=January 3, 2015|access-date=January 4, 2015}} However, on April 29, 2015, Reebok terminated their sponsorship following Jones's involvement in a hit-and-run incident.{{cite news |url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/reebok-terminates-sponsorship-of-ex-ufc-champ-jon-jones|title=Reebok terminates sponsorship of ex-UFC champ Jon Jones|date=April 29, 2015|access-date=April 29, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150430153622/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/reebok-terminates-sponsorship-of-ex-ufc-champ-jon-jones|archive-date=April 30, 2015|publisher=MMAJunkie}} A day later, Jones also lost his sponsorship with MuscleTech.{{cite news|last=Holland|first=Jesse|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2015/4/30/8522075/muscletech-latest-sponsor-drop-jon-jones-in-wake-of-ufc-suspension-legal-woes-mma|title=MuscleTech latest sponsor to drop Jon Jones in wake of UFC suspension, legal woes|date=April 30, 2015|access-date=May 1, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150601101050/http://www.mmamania.com/2015/4/30/8522075/muscletech-latest-sponsor-drop-jon-jones-in-wake-of-ufc-suspension-legal-woes-mma|archive-date=June 1, 2015|publisher=MMAMania}}

In January 2025, President Donald Trump extended a personal invitation to Jones for his inauguration, an event Jones attended.{{Cite web |last=Behunin |first=Alexander |date=2025-01-20 |title='Merica!!! UFC Champion Jon Jones Reveals Personal Invite To Donald Trump's Presidential Inauguration - 'It's A Big Deal' |url=https://www.mmamania.com/2025/1/20/24348222/ufc-champion-jon-jones-reveals-personal-invite-to-donald-trump-presidential-inauguration-big-deal |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=MMAmania.com |language=en}}

In March 2025, it was announced that Jones is a co-owner of "Dirty Boxing Championship".{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2025/03/ufc-jon-jones-co-owner-dirty-boxing-championship-dbx-mike-perry|title=Jon Jones signs with Dirty Boxing Championship as upstart promotion's co-owner|publisher=mmajunkie.usatoday.com|author=Danny Segura|date=2025-03-21|access-date=2025-03-21}}

Jones has been featured on the cover of several magazines, including Fighters Only, FIGHT!, Tapout, L'Optimum, Athletes Quarterly, Ultimate MMA and UFC.{{Cite web |title=Fight! Magazine February 2012 Jon "Bones" Jones Fighter of the Year No Label |url=https://originalmagazines.com/products/fight-magazine-february-2012-jon-bones-jones-fighter-of-the-year-no-label |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=Original Magazines |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2016-03-31 |title=Jon Jones, Fallen Sports Icons, and Public Rituals of Damnation |url=https://ussporthistory.com/2016/03/31/jon-jones-fallen-sports-icons-and-public-rituals-of-damnation/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=Sport in American History |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=MA-Mags - Magazines |url=https://ma-mags.com/srchmag.php?SrchFor=Jon%20Jones&SrchHow=cover&Search=search |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=ma-mags.com}}

In December 2019, Jones donated and handed out $20,000 worth of coats to homeless people in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He also partnered with a local charity to give out hot meals and toys to children.{{Cite web |date=2019-12-25 |title=UFC champ Jon Jones helps the homeless in Albuquerque for Christmas |url=https://bloodyelbow.com/2019/12/25/ufc-mma-altruistic-jon-jones-helps-homeless-albuquerque/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=bloodyelbow.com |language=en-US}} In May 2020, Jones donated $25,000 to The Food Depot, an organization dedicated to combat hunger and feed those in need—enough to fund 100,000 meals.{{Cite web |date=2020-05-08 |title=Jon Jones donates $25,000 to feed those in need |url=https://www.krqe.com/sports/jon-jones-donates-25000-to-feed-those-in-need/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=KRQE NEWS 13 - Breaking News, Albuquerque News, New Mexico News, Weather, and Videos |language=en-US}}

In 2020, Jones founded the C.A.R.E. Project, a nonprofit dedicated to the cleanup and beautification of New Mexico. The foundation's mission is to unite people through collective action and hands-on projects that improve communities.{{Cite web |last=Vinayak |date=2021-09-13 |title=What is the 'C.A.R.E Project', the foundation Jon Jones has been involved in during his time away from the UFC? |url=https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-what-c-a-r-e-project-foundation-jon-jones-involved-time-away-ufc |access-date=2025-02-20 |website=www.sportskeeda.com |language=en-us}}{{Cite web |title=CARE Project |url=https://m.facebook.com/CAREproject1/ |access-date=February 19, 2025 |website=Facebook}} Through his foundation, Jones has launched several initiatives aimed at supporting his community. These efforts include an annual donation of fully loaded backpacks to children in his neighborhood every July, 50 gift vouchers worth $500 each for shoppers in December 2020, and a $250 Walmart shopping spree for each of 100 families in Albuquerque in December 2021.{{Cite web |date=2021-12-05 |title=Jon Jones Working With His Charity C.A.R.E Projects to Take Families on a Shopping Spree |url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-jon-jones-working-with-his-charity-c-a-r-e-projects-to-take-families-on-a-shopping-spree/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=EssentiallySports |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2020-12-28 |title=Jon Jones Details Why 'Giving Back to Community' is So Important |url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-jon-jones-details-why-giving-back-to-community-is-so-important/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=EssentiallySports |language=en}}{{Cite web |date=2023-07-25 |title="New PR Team Is on Fire Lately": Jon Jones' Latest Charity Work Gets Derided As Fans Remind the UFC Champ of His Dark Past |url=https://www.essentiallysports.com/ufc-mma-news-new-pr-team-is-on-fire-lately-jon-jones-latest-charity-work-gets-derided-as-fans-remind-the-ufc-champ-of-his-dark-past/ |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=EssentiallySports |language=en}}{{Cite web |title=Instagram |url=https://www.instagram.com/p/C-Gym2dPNfG/?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=www.instagram.com}}

After defeating Ciryl Gane at UFC 285, Jones stated his $50,000 Performance of the Night bonus will go towards community service in Albuquerque, New Mexico.{{Cite web |last=Villa |first=Roberto |date=2023-03-06 |title=Jon Jones Gives His $50k Bonus for Community Service in Albuquerque, NM |url=https://www.fightbookmma.com/jon-jones-gives-his-50k-bonus-for-community-service-in-albuquerque-nm/#google_vignette |access-date=2025-02-24 |website=FightBook MMA |language=en-US}}

In February 2025, Jones partnered with Power to the Patients, a healthcare reform group, to advocate for more affordable and accessible healthcare through real prices and systemwide price transparency.{{Cite press release |last=Patients |first=Power to the |title=NEW: Power to the Patients and Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones Announce Partnership in the Fight for Real Prices and Transparency in Healthcare |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-power-to-the-patients-and-heavyweight-champion-jon-jones-announce-partnership-in-the-fight-for-real-prices-and-transparency-in-healthcare-302370653.html |access-date=2025-02-20 |website=www.prnewswire.com |language=en}}

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Jones has been criticized for repeatedly poking his opponents in the eyes. In response to the criticism, Jones released a video on Instagram in April 2014 in which he mocked fans by simulating crying and saying "Jones put his finger in his eye. Dirtiest fighter in MMA." After backlash towards the post, Jones deleted it from his account.{{Cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/blog/mma/post/_/id/20712|title=White's clarification on Jones' eye pokes|date=2014-05-01|website=ESPN.com|language=en|access-date=2020-04-02|archive-date=May 29, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230529100205/https://www.espn.com/blog/mma/post/_/id/20712|url-status=live}}

When asked about the controversy, UFC president Dana White stated, "we've got to stop that stuff. The openings of the hands and putting the hands on the face are something bad, but it happens with guys who have reach. They do that a lot."{{cite web|last=Giardini|first=Alex|title=Dana White vows to stop Jon Jones-like eye pokes, 'Bones' mocks criticism by crying like a baby'|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2014/4/30/5668228/video-jon-jones-mocks-fans-on-instagram-for-eye-poke-complaints-mma|publisher=MMAMania.com|access-date=August 9, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140720001937/http://www.mmamania.com/2014/4/30/5668228/video-jon-jones-mocks-fans-on-instagram-for-eye-poke-complaints-mma|archive-date=July 20, 2014|date=April 30, 2014}} White clarified his position in another interview, saying, "It's not just taller fighters. Jones has that range and he can do it, but lots of guys do it because that's how you block punches. So you keep your hands open and you slap punches down. Then guys are rushing in and you're doing whatever, and guys get poked in the eyes." White also noted that in the fight against Glover Teixeira, after Jones was warned about the behavior, he was more careful to avoid any eye pokes throughout the rest of the match, a move he claimed Jones "would not [be] credited for" from detractors.{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/dana-white-fans-overreacting-about-ufc-champ-jon-jones-eye-pokes|title=Dana White: Fans overreacting to UFC champ Jon Jones' eye-pokes - MMAjunkie|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713152651/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/05/dana-white-fans-overreacting-about-ufc-champ-jon-jones-eye-pokes|archive-date=July 13, 2015|date=May 3, 2014}}

Jones later said in an interview, "I realize that I do it. I realize the criticism that I got from it. It's not on purpose. If you watch my fights, it's me extending my arm in a reactionary way. I do put a hand on people's foreheads to maintain distance. That's what you saw [against] Teixeira, but to say I am purposely poking people in the eye, it's just inaccurate."{{cite web|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2158980-jon-jones-on-eye-pokes-i-dont-believe-its-dirty|title=Jon Jones on Eye Pokes: 'I Don't Believe It's Dirty'|first=Jordy |last=McElroy|work=Bleacher Report|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150528003416/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2158980-jon-jones-on-eye-pokes-i-dont-believe-its-dirty|archive-date=May 28, 2015}} In 2017, the Unified Rules were amended to prohibit extension of a fighter's fingers towards the eyes of an opponent.{{cite web | url=https://www.sportsjoe.ie/mma/there-are-a-number-of-mma-rule-changes-coming-into-effect-today-106941 | title=There are a number of MMA rule changes coming into effect today | date=December 31, 2016 }}

During a promotional event for UFC 178, on August 4, 2014, Jones and Daniel Cormier briefly scuffled during an on-stage staredown, initiated by Jones pressing his forehead against Cormier's forehead, prompting Cormier to shove Jones by the throat, to which Jones responded by throwing a punch.{{cite web|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/news/jon-jones-daniel-cormier-buildup-turns-from-contentious-to-downright-bizarre-064007617-mma.html|title=Jon Jones-Daniel Cormier buildup turns from contentious to downright bizarre|date=August 6, 2014|work=Yahoo Sports|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160305134856/http://sports.yahoo.com/news/jon-jones-daniel-cormier-buildup-turns-from-contentious-to-downright-bizarre-064007617-mma.html|archive-date=March 5, 2016}} Both fighters were restrained by coaches and event organizers. UFC chief legal officer Kirk Hendrick said "there are going to be ramifications". In addition, the Nevada State Athletic Commission requested a video copy of the altercation.{{cite news|last=Singer|first=Mike|title=WATCH: UFC's Jon Jones, Daniel Cormier brawl at promotional event'|url=http://www.cbssports.com/general/eye-on-sports/24648146/watch-ufcs-jon-jones-daniel-cormier-brawl-at-promotional-event|work=CBSSports.com|access-date=August 9, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140805032158/http://www.cbssports.com/general/eye-on-sports/24648146/watch-ufcs-jon-jones-daniel-cormier-brawl-at-promotional-event|archive-date=August 5, 2014}} On September 23, 2014, Jones was fined $50,000 and was ordered to undergo 40 hours of community service by the Nevada Athletic Commission.{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/9/23/6834157/jon-jones-fined-50000-given-40-hours-community-service-for-ufc-178|title=Jon Jones fined $50,000, given 40 hours community service for UFC 178 media day brawl|first=Shaun |last=Al-Shatti|date=September 23, 2014|publisher=mmafighting.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140924064225/http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/9/23/6834157/jon-jones-fined-50000-given-40-hours-community-service-for-ufc-178|archive-date=September 24, 2014}} During the disciplinary hearing, Jones claimed to have lost a six-figure endorsement deal with Nike, but later admitted to fabricating the statement.{{cite web|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2014/9/23/6833967/jon-jones-dumped-by-nike-lost-six-figure-endorsement-deal-daniel-cormier-media-brawl-mma|title=Jon Jones: I was dumped by Nike, lost 'six-figure' endorsement deal following UFC media brawl against Daniel Cormier|first=Jesse |last=Holland|publisher=mmamania.com|date=September 23, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140924111859/http://www.mmamania.com/2014/9/23/6833967/jon-jones-dumped-by-nike-lost-six-figure-endorsement-deal-daniel-cormier-media-brawl-mma|archive-date=September 24, 2014}}{{cite web|url=http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/12/29/7465221/mma-news-jon-jones-admits-he-lied-about-ufc-brawl-with-cormier-nike-deal-loss|title=Jon Jones admits loss of Nike deal wasn't caused by UFC media brawl with Daniel Cormier|first=Mookie |last=Alexander|publisher=bloodyelbow.com|date=Dec 29, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150102014425/http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2014/12/29/7465221/mma-news-jon-jones-admits-he-lied-about-ufc-brawl-with-cormier-nike-deal-loss|archive-date=January 2, 2015}}

On April 27, 2015, Albuquerque, New Mexico, police stated that Jones was sought in connection with a hit and run early the previous morning. Jones was alleged to have run a red light and crashed his rental car in a collision involving two other vehicles. Jones allegedly fled the scene of the crash on foot, leaving an injured pregnant woman behind in another vehicle. The incident was witnessed by an off-duty police officer who identified the suspect as an African-American man, wearing a white shirt and dark pants, whom he believed to be Jones.{{cite web|last=Harris|first=Scott|title=Jon Jones: Latest on UFC Fighter Being Sought for Questioning for Hit-and-Run|url=http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2444129-report-champ-jon-jones-out-of-title-bout-at-ufc-187-cause-uncertain|access-date=April 27, 2015|website=Bleacher Report|date=April 26, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150427171734/http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2444129-report-champ-jon-jones-out-of-title-bout-at-ufc-187-cause-uncertain|archive-date=April 27, 2015}}{{cite web|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/27/8503595/man-identified-as-jon-jones-allegedly-fled-on-foot-from-accident|title=Man identified as Jon Jones|publisher=SB Nation|work=MMA Fighting|first=Marc|last=Raimondi|date=April 26, 2015|access-date=April 26, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150428124257/http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/27/8503595/man-identified-as-jon-jones-allegedly-fled-on-foot-from-accident|archive-date=April 28, 2015}} According to witnesses, the man described as Jones then returned to the scene to grab cash from the vehicle before fleeing again. Paperwork found in the rental car was under the name of "Jonathan Jones". Inside the silver Buick SUV, law enforcement found a pipe with marijuana inside of it.{{cite web|last=Marrocco|first=Steven|title=Police: With driver's injury, Jon Jones now facing felony hit-and-run (Updated)|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/police-with-drivers-injury-jon-jones-could-face-felony-instead-of-misdemeaor-2|access-date=April 27, 2015|publisher=MMAjunkie|date=April 27, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150429071122/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/police-with-drivers-injury-jon-jones-could-face-felony-instead-of-misdemeaor-2|archive-date=April 29, 2015}} Though initially wanted for questioning that could have resulted in a simple misdemeanor, Jones's charges were elevated to a felony on April 27 for injuring a person and purposely leaving the scene of an accident.{{cite news|last=Pishna|first=Ken|title=Charge against Jones Jones elevated to felony|newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos |url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/charge-against-jon-jones-elevated-to-felony|access-date=April 27, 2015|publisher=MMAWeekly|date=April 27, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150428103109/http://www.mmaweekly.com/charge-against-jon-jones-elevated-to-felony|archive-date=April 28, 2015}}

An arrest warrant was issued against Jones, and surrender arrangements were made between law enforcement and Jones's lawyers.{{cite news|last=Stets|first=Michael|title=Police: Arrangements made for Jon Jones to turn himself in, but we still haven't seen him|url=http://www.mmamania.com/2015/4/27/8505893/ufc-187-police-arrangements-made-for-jon-jones-turn-himself-in-still-havent-seen-him-mma|access-date=April 28, 2015|work=MMA Mania|publisher=SB Nation|date=April 27, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150505021230/http://www.mmamania.com/2015/4/27/8505893/ufc-187-police-arrangements-made-for-jon-jones-turn-himself-in-still-havent-seen-him-mma|archive-date=May 5, 2015}} That evening, Jones turned himself in to the Albuquerque Police Department.{{cite news|last=Raimondi|first=Marc|title=Jon Jones turns himself into Albuquerque police custody on felony charge|url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/27/8506257/jon-jones-turns-himself-into-albuquerque-police-custody-on-felony|access-date=April 28, 2015|publisher=SB Nation|work=MMA Fighting|date=April 27, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150501062921/http://www.mmafighting.com/2015/4/27/8506257/jon-jones-turns-himself-into-albuquerque-police-custody-on-felony|archive-date=May 1, 2015}} Later that evening, he posted bail of $2,500 and left the Bernalillo County Metro Detention Center.{{cite web|title=After alleged hit-and-run, UFC champ Jon Jones out of jail on $2,500 bail|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/after-alleged-hit-and-run-ufc-champ-jon-jones-out-of-jail-on-2500-bail|author=Staff|publisher=MMAjunkie|access-date=April 28, 2015|date=April 28, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150429160530/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/after-alleged-hit-and-run-ufc-champ-jon-jones-out-of-jail-on-2500-bail|archive-date=April 29, 2015}} He made a court appearance on April 28 and did not enter a plea. The judge lifted any travel restrictions, and Jones was allowed to remain free, as long as he remained in contact with his lawyer and followed certain conditions.{{cite web|last=Morrocco|first=Steven|title=No plea entered by UFC champion Jon Jones in first court appearance|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/no-plea-entered-by-ufc-champion-jon-jones-in-first-court-appearance|access-date=April 29, 2015|publisher=MMAjunkie|date=April 28, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150430153612/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/04/no-plea-entered-by-ufc-champion-jon-jones-in-first-court-appearance|archive-date=April 30, 2015}} With a pending UFC fight still in his contract, UFC President Dana White and Zuffa owner Lorenzo Fertitta traveled to New Mexico from Las Vegas to meet with Jones in person. That same day, the UFC stripped Jones of the title, removed him from official rankings, and suspended him indefinitely.{{cite web|last=Okamoto|first=Brett|title=Jon Jones stripped of light heavyweight title, suspended by UFC|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/12783425/jon-jones-stripped-light-heavyweight-title-suspended-ufc|access-date=April 29, 2015|publisher=ESPN|date=April 29, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150501233055/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/12783425/jon-jones-stripped-light-heavyweight-title-suspended-ufc|archive-date=May 1, 2015}} In a statement released that day, the UFC announced that Jones was stripped from his belt for violating the Athlete Code of Conduct Policy.{{cite web|last=Hauser|first=Steven|title=UFC releases official statement on stripping Jon Jones of his title|url=http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/4/29/8512465/ufc-releases-official-statement-on-stripping-jon-jones-of-title-news|access-date=April 29, 2015|work=Bloody Elbow|publisher=SB Nation|date=April 29, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150430153638/http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/4/29/8512465/ufc-releases-official-statement-on-stripping-jon-jones-of-title-news|archive-date=April 30, 2015}}

Jones apologized to his fans on Twitter by saying, "Got a lot of soul searching to do. Sorry to everyone I've let down."{{cite web|url=http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/4/28/8512057/mma-news-ufc-jon-jones-apologizes-to-fans-twitter-got-a-lot-of-soul-searching?_ga=1.218788125.507379909.1420389058|title=Jon Jones apologizes to fans on Twitter: 'Got a lot of soul searching to do'|last=Alexander|first=Mookie|date=April 29, 2015|work=Bloody Elbow|publisher=SB Nation|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150505021148/http://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/4/28/8512057/mma-news-ufc-jon-jones-apologizes-to-fans-twitter-got-a-lot-of-soul-searching?_ga=1.218788125.507379909.1420389058|archive-date=May 5, 2015|access-date=April 29, 2015}} On September 29, 2015, he pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident and was subsequently sentenced to up to 18 months of supervised probation. He was authorized to travel for work-related purposes. Jones met all of the conditions, which included 72 separate appearances for charity or youth outreach, avoiding a felony charge on his criminal record.{{cite web |url=http://www.mmamania.com/2015/9/29/9414481/ex-ufc-champ-jon-jones-pleads-guilty-sentenced-supervised-probation-for-april-hit-and-run-mma|title=Ex-UFC champ Jon Jones pleads guilty, sentenced to probation (not jail) for April hit-and-run |first=Jesse |last=Holland|work=MMA Mania|publisher=SB Nation|date=September 29, 2015 |access-date=September 29, 2015|url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150930011853/http://www.mmamania.com/2015/9/29/9414481/ex-ufc-champ-jon-jones-pleads-guilty-sentenced-supervised-probation-for-april-hit-and-run-mma|archive-date=September 30, 2015}} In an interview in December 2016, Jones admitted he had run from the scene of the accident and had not checked on the occupant of the other vehicle.{{cite podcast |date=December 1, 2016|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBSwJnZpUI8|title=Joe Rogan Experience #880 - Jon Jones|host=Rogan, Joe|publisher=The Joe Rogan Experience|access-date=December 2, 2016|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20161202093714/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBSwJnZpUI8|archive-date=December 2, 2016}}

In the early hours of September 24, 2021, a day after Jones was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame for his fight with Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165, police were called to the Caesars Palace resort hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada, responding to a domestic incident. According to a police report obtained by news site MMA Fighting, a 9-1-1 call was made by a hotel security guard when Jones's youngest daughter requested help, claiming there was a domestic incident between Jones and his fiancée, Jessie Moses. Cops arrived in minutes, cutting Jones off as he was attempting to flee the scene. Officers detained Jones and began to investigate the situation. While officers detained Jones, others went to the room to further investigate and get Moses's side of the story. When they arrived at the room, they observed her with blood on her face and clothing, and with a bump on her lip, consistent with someone who had been struck. Moses stated that Jones had left the hotel to go out with friends while Moses and their children went to sleep, and that when Jones returned, he was belligerent, became agitated, and pulled her hair. She claimed that the hair pulling was the extent of the physicality between the two, and that the blood on her face and clothing was from chapped lips. She also declined a temporary protective order against Jones. Police stated that while he was being detained, a belligerent Jones headbutted the hood of the patrol vehicle, leaving a dent, had made threats and challenged the arresting officers to a fight, and had said he could break free from the handcuffs. Jones did not follow through with his threats, however, and was placed under arrest peacefully after the investigation concluded. He was taken to the Clark County jail where he was charged with one count of domestic battery, a misdemeanor, and one count of tampering with a police vehicle, a felony. His bail was set at $16,000.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2021/9/24/22691991/jon-jones-arrested-charged-with-battery-domestic-violence|title=Jon Jones arrested, charged with battery domestic violence|work=MMAFighting.com|first1=Alexander K.|last1=Lee|first2=Damon |last2=Martin |date=September 24, 2021|accessdate=September 24, 2021|archive-date=September 24, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210924185825/https://www.mmafighting.com/2021/9/24/22691991/jon-jones-arrested-charged-with-battery-domestic-violence|url-status=live}}{{cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2021/9/28/22698776/jon-jones-police-report-reveals-details-arrest-fiancee-found-blood-covering-her-face-and-clothes|title=Jon Jones' police report reveals disturbing details surrounding arrest, fiancée found with blood on face and clothes|work=MMAFighting.com|date=September 28, 2021|first=Damon|last=Martin|accessdate=September 28, 2021|archive-date=September 28, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210928182812/https://www.mmafighting.com/2021/9/28/22698776/jon-jones-police-report-reveals-details-arrest-fiancee-found-blood-covering-her-face-and-clothes|url-status=live}}

Jones posted bail approximately twelve hours after his arrest and was due to be arraigned in court on October 26.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmamania.com/2021/9/25/22693162/report-jon-jones-posts-bail-judge-to-determine-probable-cause-on-collected-dna-ufc-las-vegas-arrest|title=Report: Jon Jones posts bail, judge to determine 'probable cause' on collected DNA|work=SB Nation|date=September 25, 2021|first=Dan|last=Hiergesell|accessdate=September 25, 2021|archive-date=September 25, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210925165210/https://www.mmamania.com/2021/9/25/22693162/report-jon-jones-posts-bail-judge-to-determine-probable-cause-on-collected-dna-ufc-las-vegas-arrest|url-status=live}} Four days after his arrest, Jones posted an Instagram video of himself lifting weights, with the caption saying "I have way too much trauma to consume alcohol, my brain simply can't handle it anymore. I will leave alcohol in my past forever."{{cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/09/ufc-news-jon-jones-addresses-arrest-incident-vows-to-quit-drinking-i-will-leave-alcohol-in-my-past-forever|title=Jon Jones addresses recent arrest, vows to quit drinking: 'I will leave alcohol in my past forever'|work=MMA Junkie|date=September 28, 2021|first=Matthew|last=Wells|access-date=October 1, 2021|archive-date=October 1, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211001065136/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/09/ufc-news-jon-jones-addresses-arrest-incident-vows-to-quit-drinking-i-will-leave-alcohol-in-my-past-forever|url-status=live}} Three weeks after the arrest, Jones was banned from entering Jackson Wink MMA gym by his coach, Mike Winkeljohn, where Jones had been training since 2009.{{Cite web|date=2021-10-13|title=Jon Jones banned from Jackson Wink MMA in wake of domestic violence arrest|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/10/ufc-news-jon-jones-banned-jacksonwink-following-domestic-violence-arrest|access-date=2021-10-13|website=MMA Junkie|language=en-US|archive-date=October 13, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211013220833/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/10/ufc-news-jon-jones-banned-jacksonwink-following-domestic-violence-arrest|url-status=live}} On December 16, it was revealed that the domestic battery charge against Jones was dropped. As for the felony tampering with a police vehicle charge, Jones pleaded no contest and was ordered to pay $750 in restitution, attend anger management therapy, and was given a court order to stay out of any and all legal trouble.{{cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/12/jon-jones-domestic-violence-charge-dropped-las-vegas-ufc-crime-courts|title=Jon Jones' domestic violence charge dropped in Las Vegas|work=MMAJunkie.com|author=MMA Junkie Staff |date=December 16, 2021|access-date=December 16, 2021|archive-date=December 16, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211216153900/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2021/12/jon-jones-domestic-violence-charge-dropped-las-vegas-ufc-crime-courts|url-status=live}}

In the early morning of May 19, 2012, Jones drove his Bentley Continental GT into a pole in Binghamton, New York. Jones was arrested for driving under the influence (DWI) and was bailed out by his mother.{{cite news |url=https://www.tmz.com/2012/05/19/jon-jones-ufc-arrested-dui/|title=Jon 'Bones' Jones Arrested -- UFC Champ Busted for DUI |date=May 19, 2012|work=TMZ.com|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120520211203/http://www.tmz.com/2012/05/19/jon-jones-ufc-arrested-dui/|archive-date=May 20, 2012}} He pleaded guilty to DUI charges and was order to pay a $1,000 fine, install ignition interlocks on all of his vehicles, complete a victims impact class, and had his driver's license suspended for six months.{{cite news|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/news/greg-jackson-backs-ufc-champ-151442058--mma.html|title=Jon Jones pleads guilty to DWI charges|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120609031559/http://sports.yahoo.com/news/greg-jackson-backs-ufc-champ-151442058--mma.html|archive-date=June 9, 2012|access-date=June 9, 2012}}

On July 21, 2019, it was reported that Jones had been charged with battery for an alleged incident in April 2019 involving a cocktail waitress at a strip club in Albuquerque, New Mexico. The waitress claimed that Jones slapped her, put her in a choke hold and kissed her on the neck, and touched her after she had asked him to stop.{{Cite web|url=https://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Report-Jon-Jones-Faces-Battery-Charge-for-Alleged-Strip-Club-Incident-in-Albuquerque-158735|title=Report: Jon Jones Faces Battery Charge for Alleged Strip Club Incident in Albuquerque|last=Sherdog.com|website=Sherdog|access-date=2019-07-22|archive-date=July 22, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190722075858/https://www.sherdog.com/news/news/Report-Jon-Jones-Faces-Battery-Charge-for-Alleged-Strip-Club-Incident-in-Albuquerque-158735|url-status=live}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/jon-bones-jones-claims-to-be-unaware-of-battery-charge-warrant-until-now/|title=Jon 'Bones' Jones claims to be unaware of battery charge, warrant until now|date=2019-07-22|website=KRQE News 13|language=en-US|access-date=2019-07-22|archive-date=July 22, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190722075908/https://www.krqe.com/news/albuquerque-metro/jon-bones-jones-claims-to-be-unaware-of-battery-charge-warrant-until-now/|url-status=live}} The bench trial of the case was held on September 26, 2019,{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/8/19/20812308/jon-jones-bench-trial-for-battery-case-scheduled-in-september|title=Jon Jones' bench trial for battery case scheduled in September|last=Martin|first=Damon|date=2019-08-19|website=MMA Fighting|access-date=2019-08-20|archive-date=August 20, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190820120605/https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/8/19/20812308/jon-jones-bench-trial-for-battery-case-scheduled-in-september|url-status=live}} where Jones pleaded no contest to the charges and received a 90-day deferred sentence whereby he must avoid arrest, not violate the law, consume no alcohol or drugs and not return to the scene. He was also ordered to pay court fees during his unsupervised probation period, as per the court document.{{Cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/27854232|title=Jones pleads no contest to disorderly conduct|date=2019-10-15|website=ESPN.com|language=en|access-date=2019-10-16|archive-date=May 29, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230529100209/https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/27854232|url-status=live}}

Jones was arrested in the early morning of March 26, 2020, in Albuquerque.{{cite web |last=Guillen |first=Adam Jr. |title=Official police reports reveal new details in Jon Jones' DWI arrest |url=https://www.mmamania.com/2020/3/26/21196419/ufc-police-report-jon-jones-dwi-arrest-released-mma-gun-open-container-mma |website=MMA Mania |date=March 26, 2020 |access-date=31 March 2020 |archive-date=April 1, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200401220821/https://www.mmamania.com/2020/3/26/21196419/ufc-police-report-jon-jones-dwi-arrest-released-mma-gun-open-container-mma |url-status=live }} According to police reports, an Albuquerque PD officer heard what sounded like a gunshot and, upon further investigation, observed a black Jeep with Jones in the driver's seat. After noticing signs of intoxication, the responding officer administered a field sobriety test, which Jones failed. Jones was also given a breathalyzer test and registered a BAC more than twice the legal limit. Police then searched Jones's vehicle while arresting him for DWI and found a partially empty bottle of Recuerdo Mezcal as well as a black handgun underneath the driver's seat. Jones was arrested on the scene and taken to the Bernalillo County jail. Altogether, Jones was charged with aggravated DWI, negligent use of a firearm, possession of an open container, and driving with no proof of insurance.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2020/3/26/21195482/ufc-champion-jon-jones-arrested-for-aggravated-dwi-negligent-use-of-firearm-in-albuquerque|title=UFC champion Jon Jones arrested for aggravated DWI, negligent use of firearm in Albuquerque|first=Damon|last=Martin|work=MMAFighting.com|date=March 26, 2020|access-date=March 26, 2020|archive-date=March 26, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200326165846/https://www.mmafighting.com/2020/3/26/21195482/ufc-champion-jon-jones-arrested-for-aggravated-dwi-negligent-use-of-firearm-in-albuquerque|url-status=live}} On March 31, it was announced that Jones had pleaded guilty to the DWI charge, after accepting a plea deal in which the other charges would be dropped. He was sentenced to four days' house arrest, one year of supervised probation, a minimum of 90 days of outpatient therapy, and he must complete 48 hours of community service.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/03/ufc-jon-jones-reaches-plea-deal-avoid-jail-time-dwi/amp#scso=_3tiDXtL2PNewtAbcxILQDQ1:238.5|title=Jon Jones pleads guilty to DWI, avoids jail time after reaching deal with prosecutors|work=MMAJunkie.com|first=Dave |last=Doyle|date=March 31, 2020|access-date=March 31, 2020|archive-date=April 1, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20200401135208/https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2020/03/ufc-jon-jones-reaches-plea-deal-avoid-jail-time-dwi/amp#scso=_3tiDXtL2PNewtAbcxILQDQ1:238.5|url-status=dead}}

On March 30, 2024, Crystal Martinez, a drug-testing agent from Drug Free Sport filed a police report stating that Jones allegedly assaulted her and threatened to kill her during a recent visit to his home when she was tasked with collecting a urine sample as part of the UFC's anti-doping program.{{Cite web |last=Martin |first=Damon |date=2024-04-06 |title=Police: Jon Jones accused of assaulting drug-testing agent, threatening to kill her |url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2024/4/6/24122946/police-jon-jones-accused-of-assaulting-drug-testing-agent-threatening-to-kill-her |access-date=2024-04-07 |website=MMA Fighting |language=en}} On April 7, 2024, Albuquerque Police Department issued Jones a summons citing assault and interference with communications offenses.{{Cite web |date=2024-04-07 |title=Police: Jon Jones admits he was 'bothered,' apologized to sample collectors for swearing |url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2024/04/ufc-news-jon-jones-gives-police-statement-death-threat-accusation-drug-test-sample-collector |access-date=2024-04-09 |website=MMA Junkie |language=en-US}} In July 2024, Jones pled not guilty to both misdemeanor charges, with bench trial being set to take place on August 22. Subsequently the trial was postponed until September 26 due to the police officer that responded to the incident could not attend on the original date.{{cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2024/08/ufc-news-jon-jones-bench-trial-drug-testing-agent|title=Jon Jones bench trial pushed back one month after officer unable to attend|date=August 22, 2024|work=MMAjunkie.com|author=Nolan King}} On October 29, 2024, Jones agreed to attend four hours of anger management classes to resolve charges.{{Cite web |date=2024-10-29 |title=Anger management agreed after UFC champ's drug test fiasco |url=https://www.nine.com.au/sport/combat-sports/ufc-news-2024-jon-jones-anger-management-assault-charge-20241030-p5kmhj.html |access-date=2024-10-29 |website=Nine |language=en}}

On January 6, 2015, it was announced that Jones failed a drug test prior to UFC 182. He tested positive for benzoylecgonine, the primary metabolite of cocaine. Because benzoylecgonine is not banned out-of-competition by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the NSAC could not halt Jones from participating during UFC 182. He was randomly tested on December 3, 2014, and results came back on December 23. A week after his first test, Jones was tested again. He passed the second test, which meant that the cocaine metabolite was out of his system before the fight. When the news was made public, Jones went into rehab for one night.{{cite news|last=Iole|first=Kevin|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/news/why-jon-jones-was-allowed-to-fight-at-ufc-182-after-positive-drug-test-075021247-mma.html|title=Why Jon Jones was allowed to fight after positive drug test, and what comes next|date=January 7, 2015|work=Yahoo Sports|access-date=January 7, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150107232459/http://sports.yahoo.com/news/why-jon-jones-was-allowed-to-fight-at-ufc-182-after-positive-drug-test-075021247-mma.html|archive-date=January 7, 2015}}{{cite news|url=https://www.latimes.com/sports/sportsnow/la-sp-sn-ufc-gustafsson-jon-jones-cocaine-20150113-story.html|title=Alexander Gustafsson not satisfied with Jon Jones' cocaine case|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150114142430/http://www.latimes.com/sports/sportsnow/la-sp-sn-ufc-gustafsson-jon-jones-cocaine-20150113-story.html|archive-date=January 14, 2015}} He was fined $25,000 on January 17 for violating the UFC's Athlete Code of Conduct policy.{{cite news|last=Okamoto|first=Brett|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/12185095/jon-jones-fined-25k-conduct-violation|title=Jon Jones fined $25,000 by UFC|date=January 17, 2015|access-date=January 19, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150118171843/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/12185095/jon-jones-fined-25k-conduct-violation|archive-date=January 18, 2015|publisher=ESPN}} On January 19, 2015, Jones was interviewed for the first time since the failed drug test and said: "...I'm not a cocaine addict by any means or not even a frequent user. I just made a really dumb decision and got caught with my pants down in this whole situation."{{cite news|last=Martin|first=Damon|url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-i-don-t-have-a-drug-problem-i-just-got-caught-011915|title=Jon Jones: 'I don't have a drug problem; I just got caught'|date=January 19, 2015|access-date=January 19, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150122223055/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-i-don-t-have-a-drug-problem-i-just-got-caught-011915|archive-date=January 22, 2015|work=Fox Sports}}

Prior to his UFC 182 bout with Cormier, Jones's testosterone/epitestosterone (T/E) ratio was considered by some experts to be alarmingly low. Victor Conte, a former steroid distributor, who founded and led the Bay Area Laboratory Co-operative (BALCO), said of Jones's test "these (levels) are highly suspicious for Jon Jones, in my opinion. This is the reason that sophisticated anti-doping officials do target testing. So based on what we see here, my opinion is Jon Jones should be on a very short leash and should be random tested here until they sort out why he has these anomalies."{{Cite news|url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/22/7872199/ped-jon-jones-testosterone-levels-suspicious-daniel-cormier-drug-test-ufc-182|title=Conte: Jon Jones should be tested more often!|work=Bloody Elbow|access-date=September 14, 2017|archive-date=September 15, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170915021909/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/22/7872199/ped-jon-jones-testosterone-levels-suspicious-daniel-cormier-drug-test-ufc-182|url-status=live}} This resulted in several journalists imploring the NSAC to utilize CIR (Carbon Isotope Ratio) testing on Jones's samples. "Luckily, this is a situation where speculation could quickly be ended. Jon Jones's drug test samples still exist and a simple Carbon Isotope Ratio test could be conducted to find the result. Put simply, a CIR test would be able to determine if the testosterone in Jones's system was synthetic or natural," Brent Brookhouse of Bloody Elbow wrote.{{Cite web|url=https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/8/7518197/ufc-nsac-jon-jones-cir-drug-test-clean-mma-news|title=NSAC head: Jones samples CIR tested and are clean|last=Burke|first=Tim|date=2015-01-08|website=Bloody Elbow|access-date=2019-03-02|archive-date=March 6, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190306044454/https://www.bloodyelbow.com/2015/1/8/7518197/ufc-nsac-jon-jones-cir-drug-test-clean-mma-news|url-status=live}} However, according to NSAC executive director Bob Bennett, Jones's test samples had already undergone CIR testing by the same WADA-accredited lab which had reported his T/E ratios, noting that all CIR results came back clean.{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/nsac-releases-cir-report-for-jon-jones-five-drug-tests-before-ufc-182|title=NSAC releases CIR report for Jon Jones' five drug tests before UFC 182|date=2015-01-15|website=MMA Junkie|language=en|access-date=2019-03-02|archive-date=March 6, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190306044633/https://mmajunkie.com/2015/01/nsac-releases-cir-report-for-jon-jones-five-drug-tests-before-ufc-182|url-status=live}} Additionally, he said there were three different types of tests done during each of the random tests: urine, blood testing for human growth hormone and a blood passport test. "The only negative was testing positive for cocaine metabolites," Bennett said.{{Cite web|url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2323898-nsac-director-bennett-cit-testing-done-on-jones-sample-all-came-back-clean|title=NSAC Director Bennett: CIR Testing Done on Jones Sample, Came Back Clean|last=Botter|first=Jeremy|website=Bleacher Report|language=en|access-date=2019-03-02|archive-date=July 30, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180730020744/https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2323898-nsac-director-bennett-cit-testing-done-on-jones-sample-all-came-back-clean|url-status=live}}

On July 8, 2016, a urine sample from Jones tested positive for two banned substances, clomiphene, an anti-estrogen substance, and letrozole, an aromatase inhibitor, prior to his scheduled championship bout with Cormier at UFC 200. The violation was from an "A" sample collection on June 16, with subsequent testing of the B sample confirming the doping. Both drugs, which are on the World Anti-Doping Agency banned substances list, are described as "hormone and metabolic modulators", which are not allowed to be used in or out of competition.{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/17099953/jon-jones-tested-positive-clomiphene-letrozole-according-nevada-state-athletic-commission |title=Jon Jones' temporary suspension extended by NSAC |last=Okamoto |first=Brett |date=July 18, 2016 |publisher=ESPN |access-date=July 18, 2016 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160719141258/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/17099953/jon-jones-tested-positive-clomiphene-letrozole-according-nevada-state-athletic-commission |archive-date=July 19, 2016}}{{cite web |url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-ufc-suspended-commission-reveals-drug-test-results-071816 |title=Jon Jones suspended; Commission reveals drug test results |last=Martin |first=Damon |date=July 18, 2016 |work=Fox Sports |access-date=July 18, 2016 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160819181433/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-ufc-suspended-commission-reveals-drug-test-results-071816 |archive-date=August 19, 2016}} As a result, Jones had to withdraw from the event, and was replaced by former middleweight champion Anderson Silva.{{cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/16900329/jon-jones-b-sample-tests-positive-doping-violation|title=Jon Jones' B sample tests positive for banned substance |last=Okamoto |first=Brett |date=July 8, 2016|publisher=ESPN|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160709144711/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/16900329/jon-jones-b-sample-tests-positive-doping-violation|archive-date=July 9, 2016|url-status=live|access-date=July 9, 2016}} Throughout the ordeal, Jones maintained his innocence, claiming that he was the victim of a contaminated product that he believed to be Cialis, which was later independently obtained, tested and found to be contaminated by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA).{{Cite web|url=http://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/17993398/jon-bones-jones-suspended-one-year-failed-drug-test|title=Jon 'Bones' Jones suspended one year for failed drug test|last=Okamoto|first=Brett|publisher=ESPN|date=November 7, 2016|access-date=January 19, 2017|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170128214231/http://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/17993398/jon-bones-jones-suspended-one-year-failed-drug-test|archive-date=January 28, 2017}} On November 7, 2016, it was announced that Jones was issued a one-year suspension by USADA following his arbitration hearing, though the panel concluded that Jones did not take the banned substances intentionally, and was not a drug cheat.{{Cite news|url=http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-suspended-one-year-by-usada-for-doping-violation-110716|title=Jon Jones suspended one year by USADA for doping violation|date=November 15, 2016|last=Martin|first=Damon|work=Fox Sports|language=en-US|access-date=January 19, 2017|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170516153251/http://www.foxsports.com/ufc/story/jon-jones-suspended-one-year-by-usada-for-doping-violation-110716|archive-date=May 16, 2017}}

On August 22, 2017, it was announced that Jones was flagged for a potential doping violation by USADA, stemming from his test sample that was collected on July 28, one day before his rematch against Cormier at UFC 214. He tested positive for Turinabol, an anabolic steroid, and was placed on a provisional suspension as a result of the positive drug test. On September 13, the CSAC announced that it had overturned the result of the fight with Cormier from a KO victory for Jones to a 'no contest', after both Jones's A and B samples tested positive for Turinabol. Jones was also stripped of the title for a third time, and it was then returned to Cormier.{{cite news|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2017/9/13/16303218/jon-jones-vs-daniel-cormier-at-ufc-214-overturned-to-no-contest|title=Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier at UFC 214 overturned to no-contest|last=Raimondi|first=Marc|date=September 13, 2017|work=MMA Fighting|access-date=September 13, 2017|archive-date=September 13, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170913231956/https://www.mmafighting.com/2017/9/13/16303218/jon-jones-vs-daniel-cormier-at-ufc-214-overturned-to-no-contest|url-status=live}}

Jones stated that he did not knowingly take any prohibited substances,{{Cite news|url=http://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/20697110|title=UFC reinstates Daniel Cormier as champion following Jon Jones ruling|last=Okamoto|first=Brett|date=September 14, 2017|work=ESPN|access-date=September 14, 2017|archive-date=September 15, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170915201114/http://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/20697110|url-status=live}} with his team believing Jones consumed tainted substances. Jones potentially faced up to a 4-year suspension if found guilty,{{Cite news|url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/daniel-cormier-on-jon-jones-once-again-this-guy-has-made-a-mockery-of-the-sport|title=Daniel Cormier on Jon Jones: 'Once Again This Guy Has Made A Mockery Of The Sport'|last=Martin|first=Damon|date=September 14, 2017|work=MMA Weekly|access-date=September 14, 2017|archive-date=September 14, 2017|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20170914105259/http://www.mmaweekly.com/daniel-cormier-on-jon-jones-once-again-this-guy-has-made-a-mockery-of-the-sport|url-status=live}} but on September 18 he was handed a 15-month suspension by USADA, retroactive to July 28,{{Cite news|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/ufc-jon-jones-receives-15-month-usada-suspension-after-arbitration|title=Jon Jones gets 15-month USADA suspension after arbitration, eligible for UFC return Oct. 28|date=September 20, 2018|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=September 20, 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=September 20, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180920011935/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/ufc-jon-jones-receives-15-month-usada-suspension-after-arbitration|url-status=live}} plus three months community service.{{Cite news|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/jon-jones-gets-three-months-community-service-csac|title=Jon Jones gets three months' community service from CSAC following USADA suspension|date=September 20, 2018|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=September 21, 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=September 21, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180921034326/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/jon-jones-gets-three-months-community-service-csac|url-status=live}} Thirty months were deducted from the four-year suspension because Jones provided "substantial assistance" to USADA. "Substantial assistance" refers to an athlete informing an anti-doping agency about a doping violation by another athlete.{{Cite web |last=Raimondi |first=Marc |date=September 19, 2018 |title=Jon Jones given 15-month suspension after arbitration in USADA case |url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case |access-date=May 29, 2023 |website=mmafighting.com |archive-date=November 9, 2020 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109040149/https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case |url-status=live }} USADA said it reduced the suspension by a further three months after a hearing with an independent arbitrator, Richard McLaren, on September 15. Travis Tygart, CEO of USADA, said in a statement: "The independent arbitrator found that Jon Jones was not intentionally cheating in this case, and while we thought 18 months was the appropriate sanction given the other circumstances of the case, we respect the arbitrator's decision and believe that justice was served. This case is another strong reminder that athletes need to be extremely cautious about the products and supplements they use to ensure they are free of prohibited substances."{{Cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case|title=Jon Jones given 15-month suspension after arbitration in USADA case|last=Raimondi|first=Marc|date=2018-09-19|website=MMA Fighting|access-date=2019-04-29|archive-date=November 9, 2020|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20201109040149/https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/9/19/17880798/jon-jones-given-15-month-suspension-after-arbitration-in-usada-case|url-status=live}}

Jones became eligible to fight again on October 28, 2018,{{Cite news|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/ufc-dana-white-defends-jon-jones-usada-suspension-length|title=Dana White on Jon Jones' USADA suspension: 'The science doesn't lie'|date=September 20, 2018|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=September 20, 2018|language=en-US|archive-date=September 20, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20180920052325/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/09/ufc-dana-white-defends-jon-jones-usada-suspension-length|url-status=live}} and was scheduled to fight against Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 232 in Las Vegas on December 29. However, after further inconsistencies arose with his drug test on December 23, he was not granted a license to compete in Nevada, so the event was moved to Los Angeles.{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2018/12/jon-jones-drug-test-atypical-result-ufc-232-moved-to-los-angeles-gustafsson-dana-white|title=Jon Jones drug test nets 'atypical finding,' UFC 232 moved to Los Angeles on one week's notice|date=December 23, 2018|website=MMAjunkie|language=en|access-date=December 24, 2018|archive-date=December 24, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181224010613/https://mmajunkie.com/2018/12/jon-jones-drug-test-atypical-result-ufc-232-moved-to-los-angeles-gustafsson-dana-white|url-status=live}} In order to receive a license from CSAC, Jones had to enroll into the VADA (Voluntary Anti-Doping Association) testing program, thus making him the first UFC fighter to be signed to both USADA and VADA testing programs simultaneously.{{cite web|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/12/24/18155298/jon-jones-agrees-to-vada-drug-testing-ahead-of-ufc-232|title=Jon Jones agrees to VADA drug testing ahead of UFC 232|first=Danny|last=Segura|publisher=mmafighting.com|date=December 24, 2018|access-date=December 25, 2018|archive-date=December 25, 2018|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20181225130149/https://www.mmafighting.com/2018/12/24/18155298/jon-jones-agrees-to-vada-drug-testing-ahead-of-ufc-232|url-status=live}} Drug tests administered at UFC 232 found an ultra trace amount of turinabol, which doctors attributed to a long-term "pulsing effect" of the M3 metabolite detected in 2017. CSAC did not take disciplinary action against Jones as the medical experts stated that there was no evidence that Jones had re-administered a banned substance and no performance-enhancing benefits were gained.{{Cite news|url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/1/23/18195095/trace-amount-of-same-steroid-metabolite-found-in-jon-jones-ufc-232-vada-test-results|title=Trace amount of same steroid metabolite found in Jon Jones' UFC 232 VADA test results|publisher=mmafighting.com|first=Marc|last=Raimondi|date=January 23, 2019|access-date=January 25, 2019|archive-date=June 3, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230603013648/https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/1/23/18195095/trace-amount-of-same-steroid-metabolite-found-in-jon-jones-ufc-232-vada-test-results|url-status=live}}

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• Ultimate Fighting Championship
• UFC Hall of Fame (Fight Wing, Class of 2021) vs. Alexander Gustafsson 1 at UFC 165
• 20x20pxUFC Heavyweight Championship (One time, current)
• One successful title defense
• Most wins in UFC title fights (16){{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-309-post-event-facts-jon-jones-enhances-goat-resume-more-records|title=UFC 309 post-event facts: Jon Jones enhances GOAT resume with more records|publisher=mmajunkie.usatoday.com|author=Mike Bohn|date=2024-11-17|access-date=2024-11-17}}
• Most successful title defenses in UFC history (12)
• Most UFC title fights (17)
• Second most submissions in UFC title fights (4)
• Tied (Matt Hughes) for second most finishes in UFC title fights (8)
• 20x20pxUFC Light Heavyweight Championship (Two times)
• Eleven successful title defenses (Overall)
• Eight successful title defenses (First reign)
• Three successful title defenses (Second reign)
• Most successful title defenses in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (11)
• Most consecutive title defenses in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (8)
• Fourth most consecutive title defenses in UFC history (8)
• 20x20pxInterim UFC Light Heavyweight Championship (One time)
• Longest Light Heavyweight champion reign in UFC history (1,501 days)
• Most wins in UFC Light Heavyweight title fights (14)
• Most UFC Light Heavyweight title fights (15)
• Most finishes in UFC Light Heavyweight title fights (6)
• Youngest champion in UFC history (23 years, 243 days)
• Youngest fighter to win a UFC championship (23 years, 242 days)
• Eighth multi-divisional champion in UFC history
• Fourth fighter to defend the title in two weight divisions in UFC history
• Most total fight time in UFC title fights (4:56:20){{Cite web|url=https://bolavip.com/en/sports/top-25-most-impressive-ufc-records-20210614-0015.html|title=Octagon feats: The 25 most impressive UFC records|publisher=bolavip.com|author=rlesende|date=2023-11-10|access-date=2024-10-21}}
• Fight of the Night (Four times) vs. Quinton Jackson, Lyoto Machida, Alexander Gustafsson and Daniel Cormier 1{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-135-Bonuses-Jones-Jackson-Koscheck-Diaz-Bank-75K-Each-35908 |title=UFC 135 Bonuses: Jones, Jackson, Koscheck, Diaz Bank $75K Each |last=Whitman |first=Mike |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=September 24, 2011 |access-date=September 24, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110926043607/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-135-Bonuses-Jones-Jackson-Koscheck-Diaz-Bank-75K-Each-35908 |archive-date=September 26, 2011}}{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-140-Bonuses-Jones-Machida-Mir-Zombie-Net-75K-Apiece-37977 |title=UFC 140 Bonuses: Jones, Machida, Mir, 'Zombie' Net $75K Apiece |last=Whitman |first=Mike |publisher=Sherdog.com |date=December 10, 2011 |access-date=December 10, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120107203506/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-140-Bonuses-Jones-Machida-Mir-Zombie-Net-75K-Apiece-37977 |archive-date=January 7, 2012}}{{cite news|last=Whitman|first=Mike|title=UFC 165 Bonuses: Jones, Gustafsson, Barao, Gagnon Pocket $50,000 Awards|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-165-Bonuses-Jones-Gustafsson-Barao-Gagnon-Pocket-3650000-Awards-56643|access-date=September 22, 2013|newspaper=Sherdog.com|date=September 21, 2013|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130925211003/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-165-Bonuses-Jones-Gustafsson-Barao-Gagnon-Pocket-3650000-Awards-56643|archive-date=September 25, 2013}}{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-182-Salaries-Jon-Jones-36500K-Donald-Cerrone-36140K-Top-Payroll-79771|title=UFC 182 Salaries: Jon Jones ($500K), Donald Cerrone ($140K) Top Payroll|work=Sherdog|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713081037/http://www.sherdog.com/news/news/UFC-182-Salaries-Jon-Jones-36500K-Donald-Cerrone-36140K-Top-Payroll-79771|archive-date=July 13, 2015}}
• Knockout of the Night (One time) vs. Brandon Vera
• Submission of the Night (Two times) vs. Ryan Bader and Vitor Belfort
• Tied (Ovince Saint Preux & Misha Cirkunov) for third most submissions in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (5)
• Performance of the Night (Three times) vs. Daniel Cormier 2, Ciryl Gane and Stipe Miocic{{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.com/2017/07/ufc-214-bonuses-jon-jones-volkan-oezdemir-earn-50k-for-knockout-wins|title=UFC 214 bonuses: Jon Jones, Volkan Oezdemir earn $50K for knockout wins|date=2017-07-30|website=MMAjunkie|language=en|access-date=2019-02-25|archive-date=June 3, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230603013518/http://mmajunkie.com/2017/07/ufc-214-bonuses-jon-jones-volkan-oezdemir-earn-50k-for-knockout-wins|url-status=live}}
• Tied (Mauricio Rua & Ovince Saint Preux) for second most Post-Fight bonuses in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (8)
• Longest unbeaten streak in UFC history (20)
• Most consecutive wins in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (13)
• Tied (Demetrious Johnson, Georges St-Pierre, Max Holloway & Khabib Nurmagomedov) for fourth longest win streak in UFC history (13)
• Second most main events in UFC history (20) (behind Anderson Silva){{Cite web|url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/lists/ufc-309-jon-jones-resume-records|title=UFC 309 preview: Inside Jon Jones' resume and records he can set in potential retirement bout|publisher=mmajunkie.usatoday.com|author=Mike Bohn|date=2024-11-12|access-date=2024-11-12}}
• Most wins in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (20)
• Tied (Demian Maia, Dustin Poirier, Neil Magny & Max Holloway) for fifth most wins in UFC history (22){{cite web|url=http://statleaders.ufc.com/?fighter_status=0&weight_class=MW|title=UFC Stats - All Fighters|website=statleaders.ufc.com|access-date=2024-11-16|archive-date=June 5, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230605221801/http://statleaders.ufc.com/?fighter_status=0&weight_class=MW|url-status=live}}
• Most decision wins in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (10){{cite web|url=http://statleaders.ufc.com/?fighter_status=0&weight_class=LHW|title=UFC Stats - Light Heavyweight Division|author=UFC.com|date=February 14, 2022|publisher=ufc.com|access-date=February 14, 2022|archive-date=June 6, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230606001447/http://statleaders.ufc.com/?fighter_status=0&weight_class=LHW|url-status=live}}
• Most unanimous decision wins in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (9)
• Most total fight time in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (5:40:15)
• Second longest average fight time in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (15:28)
• Most significant strikes landed in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (1,463)
• Most total strikes landed in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (1,835)
• Highest takedown defense percentage in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (95.0%)
• Second highest takedown defense percentage in UFC history (95.0%)
• Third most finishes in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (10)
• Fourth most takedowns landed in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (42)
• Most total leg strikes landed in a UFC Light Heavyweight bout (111) vs. Anthony Smith{{Cite web|url=http://statleaders.ufc.com/en/fight?weight_class=LHW|title=UFC - Light Heavyweight Fight Stats|publisher=ufc.com|author=UFC|date=2024-01-21|access-date=2024-01-21}}
• Lowest bottom position percentage in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (0.2%)
• Fifth highest significant strike percentage in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (57.9%)
• Fifth most submission attempts in UFC Light Heavyweight division history (10)
• Longest total reign as #1 pound for pound (1,743 days)
• Holds wins over nine former UFC champions (8 undisputed) — Maurício Rua, Quinton Jackson, Lyoto Machida, Rashad Evans, Vitor Belfort, Glover Teixeira, Daniel Cormier, Stipe Miocic and Ciryl Gane (interim)
• UFC Honors Awards
• 2023: Fan's Choice Submission of the Year Winner {{small|vs. Ciryl Gane}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/honors/fans-choice|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240418003110/https://www.ufc.com/honors/fans-choice|url-status=dead|archive-date=2024-04-18|title=UFC Honors Fan's Choice Awards 2023|publisher=ufc.com|author=UFC Staff|date=2024-04-18|access-date=2025-01-13}} & President's Choice Performance of the Year Nominee {{small|vs. Ciryl Gane}}{{Cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/honors/presidential-choice-award|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20240114155314/https://www.ufc.com/honors/presidential-choice-award|url-status=dead|archive-date=2024-01-14|title=UFC Honors President's Choice Awards 2023|publisher=ufc.com|author=UFC Staff|date=2024-01-14|access-date=2025-01-13}}
• UFC.com Awards
• 2009: Ranked #2 Loss of the Year {{small|vs. Matt Hamill}},{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-losses-2009|title=Ten Best – The Losses of 2009|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=December 18, 2009|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} Ranked #10 Fighter of the Year,{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-fighters-2009|title=Ten Best – The Fighters of 2009|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=December 22, 2009|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} Ranked #9 Submission of the Year {{small|vs. Jake O'Brien}}{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-submissions-2009|title=Ten Best – The Submissions of 2009|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=December 20, 2009|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} & Ranked #4 Upset of the Year {{small|vs. Stephan Bonnar}}{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-upsets-2009|title=Ten Best – The Upsets of 2009|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=December 18, 2009|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2011: Fighter of the Year{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-fighters-2013|title=Ten Best - The Fighters of 2013 (and before)|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=January 7, 2014|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} & Ranked #7 Submission of the Year {{small|vs. Lyoto Machida}}{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-2011-submission-year|title=Ten Best - 2011 Submission of the Year|date=January 5, 2012|author=Thomas Gerbasi|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2012: Ranked #2 Fighter of the Year{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-2012-fighters-year|title=Ten Best - 2012 Fighters of the Year|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=January 8, 2013|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2013: Fight of the Year vs. Alexander Gustafsson 1{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/jones-gustafsson-battle-inducted-into-ufc-hall-fame|title=Jones, Gustafsson Battle Inducted Into the Hall of Fame|date=March 8, 2020|author=UFC|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} & Ranked #10 Fighter of the Year{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-fighters-2013|title=Ten Best: The Fighters of 2013|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=January 7, 2014|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2019: Top 10 Fighter of the Year{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/ten-best-fighters-2019|title=Ten Best – The Fighters of 2019 (No Rankings This Year)|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=January 5, 2020|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2020: Ranked #9 Fight of the Year {{small|vs. Dominick Reyes}}{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/2020-awards-10-best-fights|title=The 2020 Awards: 10 Best Fights|author=Thomas Gerbasi|date=December 24, 2020|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}}
• 2023: Ranked #4 Submission of the Year {{small|vs. Ciryl Gane}}{{cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/2023-submissions-ufccom-awards-grasso-jones-lopes-rakhmonov|title=The Submissions - 2023 UFC.com Awards|date=December 21, 2023|author=UFC Staff|work=Ultimate Fighting Championship}} & Ranked #10 Fighter of the Year{{Cite web|url=https://www.ufc.com/news/fighters-2023-ufc-com-awards-makhachev-jones-gaethje-pereira-grasso|title=The Fighters - 2023 UFC.com Awards|publisher=ufc.com|author=UFC Staff|date=2023-12-23|access-date=2024-12-23}}
• United States Kickboxing Association
• 20x20pxUSKBA Light Heavyweight Championship (one time){{cite web |url=http://www.mixedmartialarts.com/mma.cfm?go=stats.fightCard&eid=d849b290-facd-436f-a866-07895f723d28#fight_75336 |title=Battle Cage Extreme V Official Results |publisher=MixedMartialArts.com |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101229225547/http://www.mixedmartialarts.com/mma.cfm?go=stats.fightCard&eid=d849b290-facd-436f-a866-07895f723d28#fight_75336 |archive-date=December 29, 2010}}
• Sherdog
• 2009 Breakthrough Fighter of the Year{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/5/Sherdogs-2009-Misc-Awards-22093 |title=Breakthrough Fighter of the Year |last=Encarnacao |first=Jack |publisher=Sherdog.com |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20101113070221/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/5/Sherdogs-2009-Misc-Awards-22093 |archive-date=November 13, 2010}}
• 2010 All-Violence 1st Team{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogs-2010-All-Violence-Team-29293 |title=Sherdog's 2010 All-Violence Team |last=Breen |first=Jordan |publisher=Sherdog.com |access-date=January 16, 2012 |date=January 10, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111222073548/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogs-2010-All-Violence-Team-29293 |archive-date=December 22, 2011}}
• 2011 All-Violence 1st Team{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2011-All-Violence-Team-38799 |title=Sherdog.com's 2011 All-Violence Team |last=Breen |first=Jordan |publisher=Sherdog.com |access-date=January 16, 2012 |date=January 6, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120110045544/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2011-All-Violence-Team-38799 |archive-date=January 10, 2012}}
• 2011 Beatdown of the Year for win over Maurício Rua{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Sherdogs-2011-Beatdown-of-the-Year-Bones-Breaks-Rua-38773 |title=Sherdog's 2011 Beatdown of the Year: 'Bones' Breaks Rua |last=Critchfield |first=Tristen |publisher=Sherdog.com |access-date=January 5, 2011 |date=January 4, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120108072535/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Sherdogs-2011-Beatdown-of-the-Year-Bones-Breaks-Rua-38773 |archive-date=January 8, 2012}}
• 2011 Fighter of the Year{{cite web |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Sherdogcoms-2011-Fighter-of-the-Year-39047 |title=Sherdog.com's 2011 Fighter of the Year |last=Critchfield |first=Tristen |publisher=Sherdog.com |access-date=January 16, 2012 |date=January 16, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120116140054/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Sherdogcoms-2011-Fighter-of-the-Year-39047 |archive-date=January 16, 2012}}
• 2012 All-Violence 1st Team{{cite news |last=Breen |first=Jordan |title=Sherdog.com's 2012 All-Violence Team |url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2012-AllViolence-Team-48763 |access-date=January 5, 2013 |newspaper=Sherdog.com |date=January 5, 2013 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130108082642/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2012-AllViolence-Team-48763 |archive-date=January 8, 2013}}
• 2013 All-Violence 1st Team{{cite news|last=Breen|first=Jordan|title=Sherdog.com's 2013 All-Violence Team|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2013-AllViolence-Team-61947|access-date=January 12, 2014|newspaper=Sherdog.com|date=January 12, 2014|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140113033508/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/2/Sherdogcoms-2013-AllViolence-Team-61947|archive-date=January 13, 2014}}
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/1/Sherdogcoms-2013-Fight-of-the-Year-61591|title=Sherdog.com's 2013 Fight of the Year|work=Sherdog|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713072235/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/1/Sherdogcoms-2013-Fight-of-the-Year-61591|archive-date=July 13, 2015}}
• 2023 Comeback Fighter of the Year{{cite web|url=https://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/Sherdogs-2023-Comeback-Fighter-of-the-Year-192116|title=Sherdog's 2023 Comeback Fighter of the Year|date=December 24, 2023|work=Sherdog|author=Ben Duffy}}
• Greatest Fighter of the 2010s{{Cite web |last=Sherdog.com |title=Sherdog's Top 10: Greatest Fighters of the 2010s - Number 1 |url=https://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/11/Sherdogs-Top-10-Greatest-Fighters-of-the-2010s-189810 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Sherdog |language=en}}
• Greatest Light Heavyweight of All Time{{Cite web |last=Sherdog.com |title=Sherdog's Top 10: Greatest Light Heavyweights - Number 1 |url=https://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/11/Sherdogs-Top-10-Greatest-Light-Heavyweights-188055 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Sherdog |language=en}}
• Greatest Male Fighter Pound-for-Pound of All Time{{Cite web |last=Sherdog.com |title=Sherdog's Top 10: Greatest Pound-for-Pound Men - Number 1 |url=https://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/12/Sherdogs-Top-10-Greatest-PoundforPound-Men-188564 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Sherdog |language=en}}
• Mixed Martial Arts Hall of Fame{{cite web|url=http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/8/Imagining-an-MMA-Hall-of-Fame-The-ShooIns-71497|title=Imagining an MMA Hall of Fame: The Shoo-Ins|work=Sherdog|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713073251/http://www.sherdog.com/news/articles/8/Imagining-an-MMA-Hall-of-Fame-The-ShooIns-71497|archive-date=July 13, 2015}}
• World MMA Awards
• 2010 Breakthrough Fighter of the Year{{cite web |url=http://www.onlineawards.co.uk/fightersonly/winners2010.asp |title=World MMA Awards 2010 Winners |publisher=WorldMMAAwards.com |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110225010735/http://www.onlineawards.co.uk/fightersonly/winners2010.asp |archive-date=February 25, 2011}}
• 2011 Fighter of the Year{{cite web |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/11/30/2011-world-mma-awards-results/ |title=2011 World MMA Awards Results |work=MMAFighting.com |date=November 30, 2011 |last=Chiappetta |first=Mike |access-date=December 1, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111202073012/http://www.mmafighting.com/2011/11/30/2011-world-mma-awards-results/ |archive-date=December 2, 2011}}
• 2012 Fighter of the Year{{cite web |last=Tucker |first=Bryan |title=World MMA Awards 2012 Results |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/1/11/3867210/2012-world-mma-awards-results |publisher=MMAFighting.com |date=January 11, 2013 |access-date=January 14, 2013 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130113084213/http://www.mmafighting.com/2013/1/11/3867210/2012-world-mma-awards-results |archive-date=January 13, 2013}}
• 2013 Fight of the Year vs. Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165{{cite web|url=http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/20607-browne-white-gustafsson-rousey-winners-at-world-mma-awards-vi|title=Browne, White, Gustafsson, Rousey winners at World MMA Awards VI|first=John Joe |last=O'Regan|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160109082417/http://www.fightersonlymag.com/content/news/20607-browne-white-gustafsson-rousey-winners-at-world-mma-awards-vi|archive-date=January 9, 2016}}
• CombatPress.com
• 2018 Biggest Story of the Year (Jon Jones and the Move of UFC 232){{cite web|url=http://combatpress.com/2019/01/combat-press-2018-mma-awards-biggest-story-of-the-year-jon-jones-and-the-move-of-ufc-232/|title=Jones caused the relocation of an entire UFC event.|first=Bryan|last=Henderson|access-date=January 9, 2019|archive-date=January 10, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190110051422/http://combatpress.com/2019/01/combat-press-2018-mma-awards-biggest-story-of-the-year-jon-jones-and-the-move-of-ufc-232/|url-status=live}}
• 2023 Event of the Year (UFC 285){{Cite web |last=Petela |first=Matthew |date=2025-02-21 |title=Combat Press 2023 MMA Awards: Event of the Year – UFC 285 |url=https://combatpress.com/2024/01/combat-press-2023-mma-awards-event-of-the-year-ufc-285/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Combat Press |language=en-US}}
• talkSPORT
• Greatest UFC Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |last=Ellis |first=Jordan |date=2024-12-03 |title=Greatest UFC fighters ever from McGregor to Jones and 'GOAT' with perfect record |url=https://talksport.com/mma/1746424/greatest-ufc-fighters-ever/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=talkSPORT}}
• BodySlam.net
• 2024 Return of the Year{{Cite web |last=Alexander |first=Brady |date=2024-12-09 |title=2024 BodySlam MMA Year-End Awards |url=https://www.bodyslam.net/2024/12/09/2024-bodyslam-mma-year-end-awards/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Bodyslam.net |language=en-US}}
• MMA Mania
• 2011 Fighter of the Year{{Cite web |last=Mrosko |first=Geno |date=2012-01-01 |title=Best fighter of 2011: UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Jon Jones |url=https://www.mmamania.com/2012/1/1/2675250/best-fighter-of-2011-ufc-light-heavyweight-champion-jon-jones |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=MMAmania.com |language=en}}
• MMA Fighting
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web |last=Mindenhall |first=Chuck |date=January 2, 2014 |title=Fight of the Year: Alexander Gustafsson vs. Jon Jones at UFC 165 |url=http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/1/2/5261674/fight-of-the-year-alexander-gustafsson-vs-jon-jones-at-ufc-165 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713115253/http://www.mmafighting.com/2014/1/2/5261674/fight-of-the-year-alexander-gustafsson-vs-jon-jones-at-ufc-165 |archive-date=July 13, 2015 |access-date=July 12, 2015 |work=MMA Fighting}}
• Fighter of the Decade (2010s){{Cite web |last=Chiappetta |first=Mike |date=2019-12-24 |title=Top 10 fighters of the decade |url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2019/12/24/21013269/top-10-fighters-of-the-decade |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=MMA Fighting |language=en}}
• MMAInsider.net
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web |last=Grace |first=Chuck |title=MMAInsider.net MMAInsider's 2013 Annual Awards: The Results |url=http://mmainsider.net/13967/mmainsiders-2013-annual-awards-the-results |url-status=usurped |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140129015243/http://mmainsider.net/13967/mmainsiders-2013-annual-awards-the-results |archive-date=January 29, 2014 |access-date=July 12, 2015 |work=MMAInsider.net}}
• Yardbarker
• Greatest MMA Fighter of the 2010s{{Cite web |date=2024-06-21 |title=The 30 best MMA fighters of the 2010s |url=https://www.yardbarker.com/mma/articles/the_30_best_mma_fighters_of_the_2010s/s1__30705851#slide_1 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Yardbarker |language=en}}
• Greatest MMA Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |date=2024-01-15 |title=Ranking the greatest MMA fighters of all time |url=https://www.yardbarker.com/mma/articles/ranking_the_greatest_mma_fighters_of_all_time_011324/s1__38389585#slide_1 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Yardbarker |language=en}}
• FoxSports.com
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web|url=http://msn.foxsports.com/ufc/story/2013-s-fight-of-the-year-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-122713|title=2013's Fight of the Year: Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson|author=Fox Sports|work=FOX Sports|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20140612200328/http://msn.foxsports.com/ufc/story/2013-s-fight-of-the-year-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-122713|archive-date=June 12, 2014|date=December 27, 2013}}
• Yahoo! Sports
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs. Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web|url=https://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/2013-mma-awards-fight-183456253--mma.html|title=2013 MMA Awards: Fight of the year|date=January 2, 2014|work=Yahoo Sports|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304200355/http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/mma-cagewriter/2013-mma-awards-fight-183456253--mma.html|archive-date=March 4, 2016}}
• Ranked #6 Story of the Decade (2010s){{Cite web |date=2019-12-23 |title=Top 10 MMA Stories of the Decade |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/top-10-mma-stories-of-the-decade-070020546.html |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Yahoo Sports |language=en-US}}
• Male MMA Fighter of the Decade (2010-2019){{Cite web |date=2019-12-23 |title=Yahoo Sports Male MMA Fighter of the Decade |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/yahoo-sports-mma-male-fighter-of-the-decade-063050755.html#:~:text=Yahoo%20Sports%20Male%20MMA%20Fighter%20of%20the%20Decade&text=A%20year%20into%20the%20decade,pound%20fighter%20in%20the%20sport. |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=Yahoo Sports |language=en-US}}
• Greatest MMA Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |date=2023-03-05 |title=Jon Jones back on top as MMA's unquestioned greatest of all time |url=https://sports.yahoo.com/jon-jones-back-on-top-as-mmas-unquestioned-greatest-of-all-time-090046948.html#:~:text=Jon%20Jones%20back%20on%20top,of%20all%20time%20-%20Yahoo%20Sports |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Yahoo Sports |language=en-US}}
• MMAWeekly.com
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs. Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite news|url=http://www.mmaweekly.com/2013-fight-of-the-year-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson?vbox=1|title=2013 Fight of the Year: Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson|work=MMAWeekly|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150713181157/http://www.mmaweekly.com/2013-fight-of-the-year-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson?vbox=1|archive-date=July 13, 2015|date=January 8, 2014}}
• 2018 Comeback Fighter of the Year{{cite news|url=https://www.mmaweekly.com/2018-comeback-fighter-of-the-year-jon-jones|title=2018 Comeback Fighter of the Year: Jon Jones|first=Jeff|last=Cain|newspaper=Mmaweekly.com | Ufc and Mma News, Results, Rumors, and Videos|date=January 12, 2019|publisher=mmaweekly.com|access-date=January 14, 2019|archive-date=January 14, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190114210549/https://www.mmaweekly.com/2018-comeback-fighter-of-the-year-jon-jones|url-status=live}}
• MMA Fighter of the Decade (2010-2019){{Cite web |date=2019-12-27 |title=Top MMA fighters of the decade, 2010-2019: Jon Jones ranked No. 1 |url=https://mmajunkie.usatoday.com/2019/12/jon-jones-no-1-fighter-of-the-decade-2010-to-2019 |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=MMA Junkie |language=en-US}}
• MMAjunkie.com
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs. Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2014/01/mmajunkies-2013-mma-awards-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-named-fight-of-the-year/|title=MMAjunkie's 2013 MMA Awards: Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson named Fight of the Year|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150714005155/http://mmajunkie.com/2014/01/mmajunkies-2013-mma-awards-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-named-fight-of-the-year|archive-date=July 14, 2015|date=January 10, 2014}}
• 2015 January Fight of the Month vs. Daniel Cormier{{cite web|url=http://mmajunkie.com/2015/02/mmajunkies-fight-of-the-month-for-january-the-grudge-match-delivers|title=MMAjunkie's 'Fight of the Month' for January: The grudge match delivers - MMAjunkie|work=MMAjunkie|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150704125526/http://mmajunkie.com/2015/02/mmajunkies-fight-of-the-month-for-january-the-grudge-match-delivers|archive-date=July 4, 2015|date=February 5, 2015}}
• Men's Journal
• Ranked #3 UFC Fight of All Time {{small|vs. Alexander Gustafsson at UFC 165}}{{Cite web |last=Taylor |first=Tom |date=2023-01-08 |title=The 10 Best UFC Fights of All Time, Ranked |url=https://www.mensjournal.com/sports/best-ufc-fights-of-all-time |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Men's Journal |language=en}}
• GiveMeSport
• Greatest UFC Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |last=Sutherland |first=Nick |date=2022-08-10 |title=The 10 greatest fighters in UFC history have been named & ranked - in order |url=https://www.givemesport.com/greatest-ufc-fighters-of-all-time-ranked/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=GiveMeSport |language=en}}
• ClutchPoints
• Greatest UFC Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |last=Vitale |first=Benedetto |date=2024-11-18 |title=Ranking The 25 Greatest UFC Fighters Of All Time |url=https://clutchpoints.com/ufc/ranking-the-25-greatest-ufc-fighters-of-all-time |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=ClutchPoints {{!}} UFC News |language=en}}
• Ranked #12 Greatest Male Athlete of All Time{{Cite web |last=Bassett |first=Bailey |date=2024-07-30 |title=25 greatest male athletes of all time, ranked |url=https://clutchpoints.com/evergreen/25-greatest-male-athletes-all-time-ranked |access-date=2025-05-06 |website=ClutchPoints {{!}} Evergreen News |language=en}}
• Fight Matrix
• Rookie of the Year (2008){{Cite web |title=MMA Awards |url=https://www.fightmatrix.com/fightmatrix-awards/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=Fight Matrix |language=en-US}}
• Fighter of the Year (2011)
• Comeback Fighter of the Year (2023)
• Greatest Light Heavyweight of All Time{{Cite web |title=All-Time LightHeavyweight |url=https://www.fightmatrix.com/all-time-mma-rankings/all-time-lightheavyweight/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=Fight Matrix |language=en-US}}
• New York Times
• The 2010s MMA All-Decade Team{{Cite news |author=The Athletic Staff |title=The 2010s: MMA's all-decade team, with the top fighter in each major division |url=https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1343546/2019/11/25/the-2010s-mmas-all-decade-team-with-the-top-fighter-in-each-major-division/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |work=The New York Times |date=November 25, 2019 |language=en-US |issn=0362-4331}}
• The 2010s Men's Light Heavyweight Fighter of the Decade
• CBS Sports
• Greatest Light Heavyweight Fighter in MMA History{{Cite web |title=Ten greatest light heavyweight fighters in MMA history: Jon Jones tops the list, but who's No. 2? |url=https://www.cbssports.com/mma/news/ten-greatest-light-heavyweight-fighters-in-mma-history-jon-jones-tops-the-list-but-whos-no-2/amp/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=www.cbssports.com}}
• Greatest MMA Fighter of All Time{{Cite web |title=Ranking the 10 best MMA fighters of all time: Where Jon Jones, Georges St-Pierre and Anderson Silva land |url=https://www.cbssports.com/mma/news/ranking-the-10-best-mma-fighters-of-all-time-where-jon-jones-georges-st-pierre-and-anderson-silva-land/ |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=www.cbssports.com|date=March 5, 2023 }}
• Bleacher Report
• 2013 Fight of the Year {{small|vs. Alexander Gustafsson (UFC 165)}}{{Cite web |last=Homistek |first=Hunter |title=Jon Jones vs. Alexander Gustafsson: 2013 Fight of the Year |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/1783021-jon-jones-vs-alexander-gustafsson-2013-fight-of-the-year |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=bleacherreport.com |language=en}}
• UFC Fighter of the Decade (2011-2021){{Cite web |last=Fitzsimmons |first=Lyle |title=Ranking the Best UFC Fighters in the Last Decade |url=https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2949884-ranking-the-best-ufc-fighters-in-the-last-decade |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=bleacherreport.com |language=en}}
• Sports Illustrated
• Ranked #10 MMA Story of the Year (2011){{Cite web |date=2011-12-27 |title=Biggest MMA stories of 2011 |url=https://www.si.com/mma/2011/12/27/top-stories2011 |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=SI |language=en-US}}
• ESPN
• 2011 Fighter of the Year{{cite web |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/7431228/mma-awards-2011 |title=ESPN.com MMA awards for 2011 |last=Gross |first=Josh |publisher=ESPN |access-date=January 16, 2012 |date=January 6, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120112054013/http://espn.go.com/mma/story/_/id/7431228/mma-awards-2011 |archive-date=January 12, 2012}}
• 2013 Fight of the Year (vs. Alexander Gustafsson) (UFC 165){{cite web|url=https://www.espn.com/blog/mma/post/_/id/20120/fight-of-the-year-jones-gustafsson|title=MMA fight of the year: Jon Jones-Alexander Gustafsson - Mixed Martial Arts Blog - ESPN|work=ESPN.com|access-date=July 12, 2015|url-status=live|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150708233420/http://espn.go.com/blog/mma/post/_/id/20120/fight-of-the-year-jones-gustafsson|archive-date=July 8, 2015|date=January 4, 2014}}
• Best Male MMA Fighters of the Decade (2010-2019){{Cite web |date=2019-12-24 |title=The best male MMA fighters of the decade |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/28335527/the-best-male-mma-fighters-decade |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=ESPN.com |language=en}}
• Top 100 Athletes of the 21st Century- #66{{Cite web |date=2024-07-18 |title=ESPN's top 100 professional athletes of the 21st century: Unveiling 1-25 |url=https://www.espn.com/espn/story/_/id/40446224/top-100-athletes-21st-century |access-date=2025-01-21 |website=ESPN.com |language=en}}
• Greatest Men's MMA Fighter of the 21st Century{{Cite web |date=2024-07-22 |title=Ranking the top 10 men's MMA fighters since 2000 |url=https://www.espn.com/mma/story/_/id/40588557/ranking-top-10-men-mma-fighters-2000 |access-date=2025-02-21 |website=ESPN.com |language=en}}
• Wrestling Observer Newsletter
• Mixed Martial Arts Most Valuable (2023){{cite web |last1=Meltzer |first1=Dave |title=February 26, 2024 Observer Newsletter: 2023 Observer Awards issue |url=https://www.f4wonline.com/newsletters/wrestling-observer-newsletter/february-26-2024-observer-newsletter-2023-observer-awards-issue |work=Wrestling Observer Newsletter |date=February 23, 2024 |access-date=February 23, 2024}}
• Best Box Office Draw (2023)
• 2014 Feud of the Year vs. Daniel Cormier{{cite journal | last = Meltzer | first = Dave | author-link = Dave Meltzer | date = January 26, 2015 | title = Jan. 26, 2015 Wrestling Observer Newsletter: 2014 awards issue w/ results & Dave's commentary, Conor McGregor, and much more | journal = Wrestling Observer Newsletter | location = Campbell, California | issn = 1083-9593 | page = 6 | url = http://www.f4wonline.com/component/content/article/110-wrestling-observer-newsletter/40865-jan-26-2015-wrestling-observer-newsletter-2014-awards-issue-w-results-a-daves-commentary-conor-mcgregor-and-much-more | access-date = January 21, 2015 | archive-date = February 15, 2015 | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20150215081415/http://www.f4wonline.com/component/content/article/110-wrestling-observer-newsletter/40865-jan-26-2015-wrestling-observer-newsletter-2014-awards-issue-w-results-a-daves-commentary-conor-mcgregor-and-much-more | url-status = live }}
• 2011 Most Outstanding Fighter{{cite journal| last=Meltzer | first=Dave | author-link = Dave Meltzer| date = January 30, 2012| title = Jan 30 Wrestling Observer Newsletter: Gigantic year-end awards issue, best and worst in all categories plus UFC on FX 1, death of Savannah Jack, ratings, tons and tons of news| journal = Wrestling Observer Newsletter| location = Campbell, CA| issn = 1083-9593}}
• Spike Guys' Choice Awards
• 2011 Most Dangerous Man{{cite web |url=http://www.spike.com/articles/9hdbs9/guys-choice-spike-tv-announces-2011-guys-choice-winners |title=Spike TV Announces 2011 Guys Choice Winners |publisher=Spike.com |date=June 6, 2011 |access-date=April 20, 2012 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120426143900/http://www.spike.com/articles/9hdbs9/guys-choice-spike-tv-announces-2011-guys-choice-winners |archive-date=April 26, 2012}}
• FIGHT! Magazine
• 2009 Newcomer of the Year{{cite web|url=http://www.fightmagazine.com/mma-magazine/mma-article.asp?aid=455&issid=33 |title=FIGHT! Magazine Awards |publisher=FightMagazine.com |access-date=April 3, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110711000538/http://www.fightmagazine.com/mma-magazine/mma-article.asp?aid=455&issid=33 |archive-date=July 11, 2011}}
• 2011 Fighter of the Year{{Cite web |date=2012-01-15 |title=FIGHT! Magazine Awards 2011 |url=https://www.fightmagazine.com/2012/01/fight-magazine-awards-2011/ |access-date=2025-02-22 |website=FIGHT! Magazine |language=en-US}}
• ESPY Award
• 2011 Nomination – Best Fighter ESPY Award
• 2012 Nomination – Best Fighter ESPY Award
• 2013 Nomination – Best Fighter ESPY Award
• 2014 Nomination – Best Fighter ESPY Award
• 2023 Best MMA Fighter{{Cite web |last=Lee |first=Alexander K. |date=2023-07-09 |title=Jon Jones wins ESPY for Best UFC Fighter |url=https://www.mmafighting.com/2023/7/9/23788457/jon-jones-wins-espy-for-best-ufc-fighter |access-date=2023-07-13 |website=MMA Fighting |language=en |archive-date=July 13, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230713033526/https://www.mmafighting.com/2023/7/9/23788457/jon-jones-wins-espy-for-best-ufc-fighter |url-status=live }}

• National Junior College Athletic Association
• 16x16pxNJCAA 197 lb National Championship out of Iowa Central Community College (2006){{cite web | url = http://www.njcaa.org/news/NEW%20RECORD%20BOOK/Wrestling_Record_Book_081810.pdf | title = NJCAA CHAMPIONS By Weight Class | access-date = April 6, 2011 | publisher = NJCAA.org | url-status=dead | archive-url = https://web.archive.org/web/20110106025224/http://www.njcaa.org/news/NEW%20RECORD%20BOOK/Wrestling_Record_Book_081810.pdf | archive-date = January 6, 2011 }}
• NJCAA All-American out of Iowa Central Community College (2006){{cite web |url=http://www.iowacentral.edu/athletics/wrestling/national_champions.asp |title=Triton Wrestling NJCAA All-Americans (1990-2010) |publisher=IowaCentral.edu |access-date=April 6, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006041633/http://www.iowacentral.edu/athletics/wrestling/national_champions.asp |archive-date=October 6, 2011 }}
• National High School Coaches Association
• NHSCA Senior All-American (2005){{cite web |url=http://cfd135.cfdynamics.com/nhsca/index.cfm?go=news&id=219 |title=2005 NHSCA Senior Wrestling All-Americans |publisher=NHSCA.com |access-date=April 5, 2011 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110813092829/http://cfd135.cfdynamics.com/nhsca/index.cfm?go=news&id=219 |archive-date=August 13, 2011 }}
• New York State Public High School Athletic Association
• 16x16pxNYSPHSAA Division I State Championship out of Union-Endicott High School (2005){{cite web |url=http://www.democratandchronicle.com/article/20110327/SPORTS0101/103270377/Jon-Jones-an-instant-star-UFC-champion |title=Jon Jones an instant star as UFC champion |last=Matthews |first=Bob |publisher=DemocratandChronicle.com |date=March 26, 2011 |access-date=April 6, 2011}}
• USA Wrestling
• 16x16pxNortheast Junior Greco-Roman Regional Championship (2004){{cite web |url=http://www.longislandwrestling.com/liwa/fsgrfk/result04/neregjrgr.htm |title=Northeast Junior Greco-Roman Regional Championships |publisher=LongIslandWrestling.com |access-date=April 6, 2011 |url-status=live |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110810051051/http://www.longislandwrestling.com/liwa/fsgrfk/result04/neregjrgr.htm |archive-date=August 10, 2011}}

• 20x20px Submission Underground (SUG) 2 Superfight Champion (2016){{Cite web |last=Willis |first=Oscar |date=2016-12-12 |title=Video: Jon Jones defeats Dan Henderson in grappling match at Submission Underground 2 |url=https://themaclife.com/sports/video-jon-jones-defeats-dan-henderson-in-grappling-match-at-submission-underground-2/ |access-date=2025-02-02 |language=en-US}}

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|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|28–1 (1)

|Stipe Miocic

|TKO (spinning back kick and punches)

|UFC 309

|{{dts|2024|November|16}}

|align=center|3

|align=center|4:29

|New York City, New York, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Heavyweight Championship. Broke the record for overall title defenses in UFC history (12). Performance of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|27–1 (1)

|Ciryl Gane

|Submission (guillotine choke)

|UFC 285

|{{dts|2023|March|4}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|2:04

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|{{small|Heavyweight debut. Won the vacant UFC Heavyweight Championship. Performance of the Night.}}

|-

| {{yes2}}Win

| align=center| 26–1 (1)

| Dominick Reyes

| Decision (unanimous)

| UFC 247

| {{dts|format=mdy|2020|February|8}}

| align=center| 5

| align=center| 5:00

| Houston, Texas, United States

| {{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Later vacated the title.}}

|-

| {{yes2}}Win

| align=center| 25–1 (1)

| Thiago Santos

| Decision (split)

| UFC 239

| {{dts|format=mdy|2019|July|6}}

| align=center| 5

| align=center| 5:00

| Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

| {{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

| {{yes2}}Win

| align=center| 24–1 (1)

| Anthony Smith

| Decision (unanimous)

| UFC 235

| {{dts|format=mdy|2019|March|2}}

| align=center| 5

| align=center| 5:00

| Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

| {{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Jones was deducted two points in round 4 due to an illegal knee.}}

|-

| {{yes2}}Win

| align=center| 23–1 (1)

| Alexander Gustafsson

| KO (punches)

| UFC 232

| {{dts|format=mdy|2018|December|29}}

| align=center| 3

| align=center| 2:02

| Inglewood, California, United States

| {{small|Won the vacant UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

| {{nocontest}}NC

| align=center| {{nowrap|22–1 (1)}}

| Daniel Cormier

| NC (overturned)

| UFC 214

| {{dts|format=mdy|2017|July|29}}

| align=center| 3

| align=center| 3:01

| Anaheim, California, United States

| {{small|For the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Performance of the Night. Originally a KO (head kick and punches) win for Jones; overturned and stripped of the title after he tested positive for a turinabol metabolite.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|22–1

|Ovince Saint Preux

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 197

|{{dts|2016|April|23}}

|align=center|5

|align=center|5:00

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|{{small|Won the interim UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Later stripped of the title after he tested positive for clomiphene and letrozole.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|21–1

|Daniel Cormier

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 182

|{{dts|2015|January|03}}

|align=center|5

|align=center|5:00

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Fight of the Night. Later stripped of the title after he violated the UFC athlete conduct policy.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|20–1

|Glover Teixeira

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 172

|{{dts|2014|April|26}}

|align=center|5

|align=center|5:00

|Baltimore, Maryland, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|19–1

|Alexander Gustafsson

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 165

|{{dts|2013|September|21}}

|align=center|5

|align=center|5:00

|Toronto, Ontario, Canada

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Broke the record for the most consecutive UFC Light Heavyweight title defenses (6). Fight of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|18–1

|Chael Sonnen

|TKO (elbows and punches)

|UFC 159

|{{dts|2013|April|27}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|4:33

|Newark, New Jersey, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

| {{yes2}}Win

|align=center|17–1

|Vitor Belfort

|Submission (keylock)

|UFC 152

|{{dts|2012|September|22}}

|align=center|4

|align=center|0:54

|Toronto, Ontario, Canada

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Submission of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|16–1

|Rashad Evans

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 145

|{{dts|2012|April|21}}

|align=center|5

|align=center|5:00

|Atlanta, Georgia, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|15–1

|Lyoto Machida

|Technical Submission (guillotine choke)

|UFC 140

|{{dts|2011|December|10}}

|align=center|2

|align=center|4:26

|Toronto, Ontario, Canada

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Fight of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|14–1

|Quinton Jackson

|Submission (rear-naked choke)

|UFC 135

|{{dts|2011|September|24}}

|align=center|4

|align=center|1:14

|Denver, Colorado, United States

|{{small|Defended the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship. Fight of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|13–1

|Maurício Rua

|TKO (punches and knees)

|UFC 128

|{{dts|2011|March|19}}

|align=center|3

|align=center|2:37

|Newark, New Jersey, United States

|{{small|Won the UFC Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|12–1

|Ryan Bader

|Submission (guillotine choke)

|UFC 126

|{{dts|2011|February|5}}

|align=center|2

|align=center|4:20

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|{{small|Submission of the Night.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|11–1

|Vladimir Matyushenko

|TKO (elbows)

|UFC Live: Jones vs. Matyushenko

|{{dts|2010|August|1}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|1:52

|San Diego, California, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|10–1

|Brandon Vera

|TKO (elbows and punches)

|UFC Live: Vera vs. Jones

|{{dts|2010|March|21}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|3:19

|Broomfield, Colorado, United States

|{{small|Knockout of the Night.}}

|-

|{{no2}}Loss

|align=center|9–1

|Matt Hamill

|DQ (illegal elbows)

||The Ultimate Fighter: Heavyweights Finale

|{{dts|2009|December|5}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|4:14

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|9–0

|Jake O'Brien

|Submission (guillotine choke)

|UFC 100

|{{dts|2009|July|11}}

|align=center|2

|align=center|2:43

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|8–0

|Stephan Bonnar

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 94

|{{dts|2009|January|31}}

|align=center|3

|align=center|5:00

|Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|7–0

|André Gusmão

|Decision (unanimous)

|UFC 87

|{{dts|2008|August|9}}

|align=center|3

|align=center|5:00

|Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|6–0

|Moyses Gabin

|TKO (punches)

|Battle Cage Xtreme 5

|{{dts|2008|July|12}}

|align=center|2

|align=center|1:58

|Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

|{{small|Won the USKBA Light Heavyweight Championship.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|5–0

|Parker Porter

|KO (punch)

|World Championship Fighting 3

|{{dts|2008|June|20}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|0:36

|Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|4–0

|Ryan Verrett

|TKO (punches)

|United States Fight League: War in the Woods 3

|{{dts|2008|May|9}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|0:14

|Ledyard, Connecticut, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|3–0

|Anthony Pina

|Submission (guillotine choke)

|ICE Fighter

|{{dts|2008|April|25}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|1:15

|Worcester, Massachusetts, United States

|

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|2–0

|Carlos Eduardo

|KO (punches)

|Battle Cage Xtreme 4

|{{dts|2008|April|19}}

|align=center|3

|align=center|0:24

|Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States

|{{small|Light Heavyweight debut.}}

|-

|{{yes2}}Win

|align=center|1–0

|Brad Bernard

|TKO (punches)

|Full Force Productions: Untamed 20

|{{dts|2008|April|12}}

|align=center|1

|align=center|1:32

|Boxborough, Massachusetts, United States

|{{small|Catchweight (210 lb) bout.}}

|-

{{end}}

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