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Jon Jones questions Islam Makhachev's GOAT status after UFC 330

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Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Jon Jones questions Islam Makhachev's GOAT status after UFC 330
Summary

Jon Jones expressed confusion over the recent discussion surrounding Islam Makhachev as the greatest UFC fighter of all time. Makhachev enhanced his legacy at UFC 330 on August 15, 2026, successfully defending his Welterweight title against Ian Machado Garry and breaking Anderson Silva's win streak record. Jones, historically sensitive to GOAT debates, criticized the notion that Makhachev should be ranked above him, highlighting the subjective nature of such discussions. The ongoing debate contrasts various achievements, including title wins versus win streaks and competitive legacy.

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  • •Makhachev won his first Welterweight title defense at UFC 330.
  • •He defeated Ian Machado Garry to extend his legacy.
  • •Jones challenged the perception of Makhachev as a GOAT contender.
  • •Makhachev set a new record for the longest win streak in UFC history.
  • •The GOAT debate remains subjective and contested among fans and analysts.
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  • 7:00 AMYahoo Sports — Jones ‘Confused’ By Islam GOAT Push: ‘Make It Make Sense’
What they're saying
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Jon Jones has strong opinions about who is the greatest UFC fighter of all time. Spoiler alert: it’s not Islam Makhachev. Last weekend (Sat., Aug. 15, 2026), Makhachev made a considerable addition to his own legacy at UFC 330. Though it was a hard-fought battle, Makhachev managed to defeat the young and talented Ian Machado […]

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