“One of the Greatest” – Jon Jones Praises P4P King Islam Makhachev After Dominant Welterweight Victory
Jon Jones has spent many years in MMA, becoming one of the most decorated champions in UFC history. He dominated legendary opponents throughout his career and is often regarded by fans and experts as the greatest fighter ever.
Although less active now, the veteran continues to closely follow the new generation of talented MMA fighters. One fighter who clearly impresses him is pound-for-pound king Islam Makhachev with his consistency and championship mentality.
The Dagestani recently became a double champion by defeating Jack Della Maddalena to capture the welterweight title convincingly. In a recent interview, Jon Jones praised Makhachev’s achievements and legacy while acknowledging his incredible impact on modern MMA.
“I think Islam is one of the greatest fighters of all time. I’m not surprised that he’s dominating the competition. He’s a special athlete. Some guys are chosen to do great things, and I think he’s one of those guys. I’m excited to watch the rest of his career. He’s on the right path. He’s one of the guys in the sport I respect very much,” said Jon Jones via Red Corner MMA.
Makhachev currently holds the longest winning streak in modern MMA after Anderson Silva, proving remarkable consistency at elite levels. He is a complete athlete, capable of striking and wrestling fluently, much like Jon Jones during his championship prime years.
Makhachev has dominated opponents with composure and pressure, rarely allowing rivals to establish any meaningful rhythm. Given his discipline and evolving skillset, he appears capable of maintaining this dominance for many more successful years ahead.
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Much like Jones, Makhachev has shown mutual respect for Jon Jones, consistently praising his achievements and lasting influence on mixed martial arts. However, he recently backed Daniel Cormier to defeat Jones in a wrestling match, reigniting discussion about their long rivalry.
Jon Jones goes off on Daniel Cormier following recent controversial comments
Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier are now collaborating as coaches for ALF Reality in Thailand, creating surprising reactions among fans. Following the news, Cormier discussed his current relationship with Jones and explained how their dynamic has changed over the years.
He also claimed that in a wrestling match, he would defeat ‘Bones’, confidently trusting his Olympic background and experience. After these remarks, Jon Jones finally responded publicly and addressed Cormier’s statements without showing any restraint at all.
“He was an a**hole. I tried to make peace with him many times, he made it very clear that he wants to be enemies for the rest of his life. He’s a d**head. Look at the way he treats his staff members. He just bosses guys around. He wasn’t very sociable,” Jon Jones continued.
Jones believes Cormier continues trash-talking about him because mentioning his name still provides the veteran with valuable clout. They have fought two times, with Jon Jones winning once and the controversial no-contest completing their bitter rivalry. Despite everything, their rivalry remains active, fueled by resentment and constant comparisons between two legendary competitors.
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