Jon Jones Confident About Generating Millions in Fight Against Alex Pereira at White House

Former UFC heavyweight champion Jon Jones talks about potentially sharing the Octagon with the light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira next.

Jon Jones Confident About Generating Millions in Fight Against Alex Pereira at White House

Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira at the White House event (via X)

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Ever since Jon Jones decided to make his UFC return, his ultimate goal has been competing at the White House event. Jones expressed that fighting in front of President Donald Trump at such a historic venue would be an incredible honor. He has made it clear that he wants to face the current light heavyweight champion, Alex Pereira, for this monumental occasion.

Jon Jones vs. Pereira had been discussed for a long time, and the Brazilian’s recent win over Magomed Ankalaev reignited interest. ‘Poatan’ confirmed his desire to move up to the heavyweight division and challenge Jones next. ‘Bones’ has since accepted the challenge and explained in a recent interview why this fight holds massive potential for both fighters. 

I would like to fight Alex Pereira at the White House. I think he’s incredibly respectful, he’s a household name. He’s a champion. He’s in the conversation of being one of greatest champions of all time. It would be a blockbuster event. I think the whole world will come out. No one loses in that fight. It will generate so many millions for the sport.

Jon Jones via No Script Podcast 

Pereira is undoubtedly one of the biggest names in recent UFC history, starring in multiple blockbuster pay-per-view events. His incredible knockout power makes him a dangerous threat to anyone, and fans are thrilled about his potential clash with Jones. The excitement grew even more after the devastating conclusion of the recent heavyweight showdown between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane. 

Following an accidental eye poke, Aspinall felt he couldn’t continue, which sparked widespread criticism from fans and fellow fighters alike. Jones went viral for labeling Aspinall a quitter, claiming that his potential fight with Pereira could revive the heavyweight division. In a recent interview, Jones also took verbal shots at the British fighter, dismissing his wrestling skills as completely overrated and untested.

Jon Jones gets White House backing from Donald Trump’s son

Despite Jon Jones’ strong interest and the massive hype surrounding a potential showdown with Alex Pereira, Dana White hasn’t approved it. White remains cautious about officially booking the fight, even though fans believe it could be the biggest event in years. The main reason behind the delay reportedly stems from Jones’ failed contract negotiations with the UFC earlier this year.

Eric Trump backs Jon Jones for the UFC White House event
Eric Trump backs Jon Jones for the UFC White House event (via X)

Until those disputes are resolved, White seems hesitant to move forward, despite the immense buzz around both fighters. The future of Jones vs. Pereira remains uncertain, but it undeniably stands as one of the most anticipated potential UFC matchups ever. In a recent interview, Donald Trump’s son Eric talked about his preferred fighters at the White House event.

I mean, Jon Jones has to fight there, he has to. I would love to see him (compete on the event). I feel like he has one left in him, and man, if there’s ever one you’re gonna do, it’s the White House. I think you’re gonna see (Conor) McGregor at that one. This could be the greatest performance of all time.

Eric Trump via FULL SEND PODCAST 

Jones is doing everything possible to convince Dana White to grant his request to fight at the White House event. Similarly, Conor McGregor has become increasingly serious about making his long-awaited UFC comeback at the same highly anticipated historic occasion. 

The former double champion recently discussed his spiritual journey, which reignited his motivation and discipline to return to fight training. It will be fascinating to see whether these two global superstars finally appear together on the same electrifying fight card in UFC history.

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