After a dominating win at the UFC 302, fans have sparked the Jon Jones vs. Islam Makhachev Pound-for-Pound debate again.
And now UFC President Dana White weighed in on this topic, and Aljamain Sterling, a former UFC champion, has also shared his perspective.
Dana White on Jon Jones vs. Islam Makhachev
Dana White has said it many times and it looks like his answer will not change anytime soon. He firmly believes that Jon Jones is the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world.
Aljamain Sterling on the Comparison
As per a recent interview, Aljamain Sterling agreed with Dana White’s stance on the Jon Jones vs. Islam Makhachev debate. He said that Jon Jones is the #1 PFP over Islam Makhachev. He added:
“If we’re talking pound-for-pound… the way I understand it is, if weight was not a factor… skill for skill, who would be the best guy.
And I agree, I think it’s Jon Jones.”… pic.twitter.com/8Pmqh4RZH8
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) June 3, 2024
Islam Makhachev’s Dominance: The prodigy reigns
Islam Makhachev has been on a tear in the lightweight division. His recent victory over Dustin Poirier at UFC 302 clearly shows his dominance. Makhachev’s strength as a grappler and a puncher mixed with his consistent performances elevates him to the top of the pound-for-pound list.
Jon Jones is still going strong
Jon Jones, the former light heavyweight and current heavyweight champion, took a hiatus from the sport, leaving fans wondering about his future. However, his dominance at the UFC 285 where he submitted Ciryl Gane in just over two minutes is still something people talk about. And many still believe that he’s still the top P4P fighter in the world.
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