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Neymar Heaps Praise With 4-Word Reaction on “King” Jon Jones’ Monumental Win at UFC 285

Published 03/06/2023, 9:00 AM EST

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The world is still reeling from the shock of Jon Jones’ comeback at UFC 285. Jon Jones returned to the octagon after a three-year hiatus and what a return. In the main event of UFC 285, the 35-year-old created history by defeating Ciryl Gane for the UFC Heavyweight title.

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He made quick work as he ended the match in just two minutes of the first round with a submission. The fight has left fans and celebrities alike stunned across the world. One of these was none other than soccer star Neymar.

Neymar left in awe by Jon Jones’ victory

Neymar is no doubt one of the most popular faces in the world of soccer. The Brazilian forward, along with showing off his soccer skills, is also a big fan of UFC. Neymar, as a big fan of the sport, was left in awe of the victory by Jon Jones.

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The 31-year-old took to his Instagram story to share the picture of Jon Jones with the title. He also wrote, “The king is back,” while tagging the man Jon Jones himself. It is clear Neymar is a big fan of the UFC heavyweight champion.

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The victory was a huge moment for Jones, who had been sidelined for three years, but for Neymar, it was just another example of why Jones is considered one of the greatest UFC fighters of all time.

Has Jones become the ‘G.O.A.T’

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In the UFC, Jon Jones is considered one of the greatest fighters of all time. His win over Ciryl Gane has pushed him into the ranks of the few fighters who have won titles in multiple divisions. He was a lightweight champion and is now a heavyweight champion. His three-year comeback has been nothing short of impressive, and Dana White also has called him the greatest of all time.

Jones has always been a dominant force in the UFC. His dominant MMA record sits at 27 wins and just 1 loss. His striking is incredibly accurate, and he has a reach advantage over most of his opponents. He is also a very strong grappler, which makes him a well-rounded fighter.

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His win over Gane was very impressive, and it is clear that he is the best fighter in the world right now. Do you think Jon Jones is the greatest of all time in UDC? let us know in the comments.

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Saransh Chauhan is a Soccer Writer at EssentiallySports. He has an open-minded set of interests, from soccer and video games to anime and music. As an avid gamer, he enjoys playing all genres of video games.
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