Jon Jones may have revealed a crucial detail behind the collapse of a potential superfight with Alex Pereira.
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The former two-weight UFC champion had been linked with a return at UFC Freedom 250, which is set to take place at the White House, and was expected to feature one of the biggest fights in promotional history.
Despite denials from Dana White, multiple reports indicated talks had taken place with ‘Bones’.
Jones now appears to have confirmed negotiations did not reach an agreement due to money issues. His remarks point to a significant gap between what he felt the fight was worth and what the UFC was willing to offer.
Jon Jones hints at UFC offer for Alex Pereira fight
Photo by Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCThis Saturday, Jones published on X (formerly Twitter): “[I] Was ready, willing and physically able to step in. I was willing to take substantially less than the Aspinall ask, but they wouldn’t budge one dollar over $15m. I felt like our fight was worth more.”
The statement suggests the UFC capped its offer at $15 million for a potential blockbuster clash with ‘Poatan’, who is moving up to heavyweight in a bid to become world champion in the third different weight class.
That figure is notably lower than the reported $30 million Jones had been offered to face Tom Aspinall.
The 38-year-old indicated he was open to accepting less than the Aspinall purse, but not at that level. The gap ultimately appears to have ended discussions.
The situation adds another layer to ongoing tensions between Jones and the UFC. It also raises questions about how the promotion values blockbuster fights, especially one as unique as a White House event.
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