Jon Jones indicates he remains on UFC roster amid retirement talks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 4:49 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026
Jon Jones stated he has not fully committed to retirement and remains on the UFC roster. Despite recent tensions and a public call for his release, Jones claimed to be capable of competing again. He appreciated a compliment from former opponent Ciryl Gane, who called him the best fighter in UFC history. Jones's last fight was in 2023 when he won the UFC heavyweight title but has not fought since avoiding a matchup with interim champion Tom Aspinall and announcing retirement in June 2025.
- •Jones expressed he is still capable of competing in UFC.
- •He has had a falling out with UFC but has not retired officially.
- •His last fight was in 2023 against Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title.
- •Jones has been absent from the octagon since June 2025.
- •Ciryl Gane recently praised Jones's legacy in the sport.
- 4:49 PMYahoo Sports — Jon Jones on current UFC status: 'Still on the roster'
"Jon Jones has yet to fully commit to retirement.
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