Jon Jones favors Ronaldo over Messi due to personal DMs

Jon Jones has publicly picked Cristiano Ronaldo over Lionel Messi during a recent social media interaction. In an Instagram video, Jones stated that he supports Ronaldo because they have an ongoing friendship through direct messages. Jones, a mixed martial arts champion, has also mentioned that Ronaldo maintains good relationships with other MMA fighters. Recently, Ronaldo was seen attending a UFC event in Riyadh, further demonstrating his connections with the sport. As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, it is anticipated to be Ronaldo's final appearance in the tournament following his team's elimination in the Round of 16 this summer.

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