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UFC finally has a new heavyweight champion, and it is none other than Jon ‘Bones’ Jones. Being away from the octagon for nearly three years, Jones has had a dream comeback. The former light heavyweight champion suffered several setbacks in the last 3 years. Problems with the law, problems with his fiancee, problems with the UFC, and much more!

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But these problems did not stop Jones from coming back and achieving what he wanted to. Jones made the long-awaited switch to the heavyweight division to fight Ciryl Gane for the vacant world heavyweight title. The 35-year-old once again established his name in the history books by submitting Gane in the very first round. The victory was nothing short of spectacular, and Jones had a lot to say in his post-fight conference.

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Jon Jones is grateful to everyone around him

Fans are seeing a different Jon Jones this time. The new heavyweight champ sounded a lot happier, more positive, and more humble in his post-fight interview than he ever did before.

First and foremost, Jones thanked Jesus Christ for his victory. “I gotta give thanks to my lord and savior Jesus Christ”. Then, Jones thanked all the “prayer warriors” that prayed for him.

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Then Jones beautifully credited his fiance Jessie Moses for being his support throughout his journey. “I want to thank my beautiful fiance Jesse for being my biggest support. I love you so much! My biggest supporter!”, the heavyweight champion said.

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Jones had a controversial fallout with his fiancee last year but reunited with her recently. The newly crowned champion also thanked his teammates, coaches, and his daughters.

 Jones calls out Stipe Miocic

Joe Rogan then asked a very important question about the prospect of Jon Jones fighting Stipe Miocic later this year. The UFC star did not shy away from calling out Stipe Miocic as his next target. “You all want to see me beat Stipe Miocic? One thing I know about the UFC is we give the fans what they want to see. Stipe Miocic, I hope you’re training my guy. You’re the greatest heavyweight of all time, and that’s what I want. I want you real bad,” said Jones.

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Miocic has long etched his name as of the most dominant forces in the sport, having successfully defended his heavyweight title more times than any other fighter in UFC history. A potential fight between Jones and Miocic would be a matchup for the ages, with both fighters possessing incredible skills and experience.

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While it remains to be seen whether the fight will happen, fans are already buzzing with excitement at the prospect of these two champions going head-to-head.

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