Jon Jones, considered the light heavyweight MMA GOAT, is set to defend his title in the heavyweight category against former champion Strip Miocic on November 11th. This highly anticipated fight will be the main event of UFC 295, taking place in New York (USA).
Considered one of the most talented and well-rounded fighters in history, Jones has achieved victory over numerous notable opponents. His impressive record includes wins against legendary fighters such as Lyoto Machida, Chael Sonnen, Vitor Belfort, Glover Teixeira, and Daniel Cormier, among others who have left a lasting mark on Dana White’s franchise.

During a recent episode of the “Connect Cast” podcast, Jayme Sandall, a karateka and former MMA coach to Vitor Belfort , shared his insights on what could potentially be the sole strategy to face and conquer Jones. Sandall stated, “If I were to train someone to fight against Jon Jones, the only approach I would suggest is to maintain distance and target his front leg. It’s not about striking from behind. Instead, you need to provoke him, taunt him, and provoke a reaction. The goal is to make him angry and vulnerable, creating an opportunity to strike. However, this requires immense patience and strategic timing.

Jones (36) became the youngest UFC champion in 2011 when he defeated Maurício Shogun in the light heavyweight title fight. With an impressive professional record of 27 wins, Jones has suffered only one loss. This defeat occurred early in his career when he was disqualified for an illegal strike against Matt Hamill in his fourth UFC fight. Additionally, Jones has a “No Contest” result in his fight against Daniel Cormier in 2017, as he tested positive for a banned substance.
In conclusion, Jon Jones remains a force to be reckoned with in the MMA world, and according to Coach Sandall, the key to defeating him lies in a strategic and patient approach.