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Jon Jones


•    Youngest champion in UFC history

•    Has only gone the distance three times as a pro (8 KO wins and 6 submission wins)

•    Has gone on record saying that he learned many of his unorthodox moves from youtube videos.

•    Older brother Arthur plays for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens and younger brother Chandler plays for the New England Patriots

•    Has defended his title five times, tying him with Tito Ortiz for most light heavyweight title defenses

•    Foiled attempted robbery on the day of the Rua fight
TRAINING: Practice with Coach Jackson and / or Winkeljohn, 2-3 times a day... a morning and night session plus one private a day, as well as strength and conditioning every night and swimming every Tuesday and Thursday with Sandia High School’s swim team.

When and why did you start training for fighting? I started training MMA in 2007. I had an unexpected child in college and I needed to make some money.

What ranks and titles have you held? UFC light heavyweight champion, JUCO National Wrestling Champion, USKBA 205lb MMA Champion

Do you have any heroes? Anderson Silva, Fedor Emelianenko, Muhammad Ali

What does it mean for you to fight in the UFC? It is a great opportunity for me at such a young age and being new to the sport of MMA.  I am extremely excited to be a part of the UFC.

Did you go to college and if so what degree did you earn? I attended Iowa Central and earned an associates degree.

Specific accomplishments in amateur competition? JUCO National Wrestling Champion, Greco Roman All-American, NYS Champion

Specific accomplishments in pro competition? USKBA 205lb Champion

Favorite grappling technique: Whatever taps the guy out.

Favorite Striking technique: Whatever KOs him.
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