Although he is the frontrunner in the GOAT conversation for many, Jon Jones is also one of the most controversial superstars in the history of MMA. The two-time UFC light heavyweight champion has been in trouble with the law on multiple occasions. His arrest shortly after the Hall of Fame induction in 2021 shocked the MMA community.

Therefore, UFC president Dana White is extra careful when it comes to one of his best fighters. After booking Jones’s return fight against Ciryl Gane at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the UFC head honcho candidly said what he felt about Jones being in Vegas. White maintained that Vegas was not a good venture for Jones, considering his history in the city.

However, Jones could achieve arguably the biggest win of his career this weekend in Vegas. The former champion already has an afterparty planned for the evening. During the UFC 285 press conference, a question came up about his post-fight plans.

To the satisfaction of White, Jones gave a responsible reply that his boss spontaneously approved.

How will Jon Jones celebrate if he wins?

During the press conference, popular MMA figure “The Schmo” had a question for ‘Bones’ about his post-fight celebration plans. With news of the afterparty already out, “Schmo” asked, “How lit does Jon Jones get getting the victory Saturday evening?”

With a smile on his face, Jones replied, “I’m not getting lit at all.” Dana White immediately seconded Jones’s statement, saying, “Amen.” The 35-year-old continued, “You guys don’t want to see me lit. I’ll just leave it at that.”

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Jones had previously taken decisions to make changes in his life after running into some troubles. His latest comments indicate he is planning to stick to those commitments.

Jon Jones’ vow after Las Vegas controversy

Jon Jones went through one of the darkest phases of his life in September 2021. The police arrested the former champion shortly after the hall of fame induction of his fight against Alexander Gustafsson. The charges against him included misdemeanor battery and felony tampering with a vehicle.

Following this incident, Jones vowed to leave alcohol out of his life. He took to his social media to announce this decision in the aftermath of the arrest.

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Judging by his response at the UFC 285 press conference, Jones is planning on abiding by that vow. Furthermore, he has Dana White’s support for the same.

What are your takes on Jones’ decision? Do you think he has truly turned over a new leaf? And what are your predictions for UFC 285?

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