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The combat sports world has been buzzing with excitement as  WBC Heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and UFC Heavyweight champion Jon Jones engage in a playful war of words, teasing a potential super fight between the two. The speculation began when renowned MMA commentator Joe Rogan entertained the idea of a hypothetical matchup between Jones and Fury. Since then, the conversation has escalated, with both fighters taking jabs at each other online.

Recently, fans were treated to a wholesome encounter when UFC Middleweight champion Israel Adesanya and Jones came together. The meeting between two of the sport’s biggest stars created a stir among fight enthusiasts. During their encounter, Adesanya and Jones engaged in some lighthearted fighting. However, Fury, known for his boisterous personality, couldn’t resist adding his own commentary to the mix.

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Tyson Fury left unimpressed with Jon Jones

Not one to shy away from stirring the pot, ‘The Gypsy King’ took to social media and playfully mocked Jones’ defensive guard during the sparring session with Adesanya. With his characteristic wit, Fury commented, “Jonny, imagine the number of right hands I’d catch you with here.” The lighthearted banter added fuel to the speculation of a potential showdown between the boxing Heavyweight champion and the former UFC light Heavyweight kingpin.

This was not all as ‘Bones’ did not back down and came out with a bold statement showcasing his belief in his boxing pedigree. In addition, Fury might have gone a step further testing a potential showdown between the two.

‘The Gypsy King’ teases a potential showdown as Jon Jones responds to his taunts

In response to Fury’s playful taunt, Jones came out guns blazing ready to take it to ‘The Gypsy King’. He asserted some confidence in his boxing abilities and claimed that he could knock out the WBC heavyweight champion with a dedicated boxing camp.

“I have no reason to doubt myself against any man. Give me a few months in a serious boxing camp. I like my chances; I may just knock you out.” he wrote

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Fueling the speculation further, Fury shared a clip of Jones’ response on his Instagram Story, hinting at the possibility of a future fight. While he is currently pursuing a potential unification fight against Oleksandr Usyk, his playful exchange with Jones suggests that the door for a crossover remains open. The ongoing banter between the two icons has created a buzz within the combat sports world. Moreover, as fans await further developments, the prospect of Fury vs. Jones looms large as a potential blockbuster event that would captivate the imaginations of fight fans worldwide.

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